Don’t Throw Out Your Old Kitchen Towels (Do This Instead)
It's important to replace you kitchen towels after they've gotten old, but you don't have to throw away the old ones. Instead of tossing them in the trash, you can turn them into something practical and sustainable.
Repurposing towels saves money, reduces waste, and gives your home a cleaning upgrade without buying extra supplies. Here’s a simple way to make them useful again.
Turn them into reusable mop pads
Old towels make great replacements for disposable mop pads. Just cut them to fit your mop head and attach them like store-bought versions.
They work perfectly for dry dusting or wet mopping. When you're done, toss them in the wash and reuse them.
Customize to fit your mop
For this step, you will need fabric scissors and a measuring tape. Measure your mop head and trim the towel accordingly.
The average size is around 11 by 12 inches, but adjust as needed. You can cut several at once to always have a clean one ready.
Try a chemical-free solution
If you want to avoid harsh chemicals often found in store-bought cleaning solutions, a little soap and water can go a long way.
For wet mopping, just soak the towel warm soapy water before use.
Save money and waste less
Disposable mop pads add up quickly in cost and waste. A package can cost around ten dollars and is single-use.
Reusing old towels gives them a second life and keeps more plastic out of landfills. It's a small change that saves money, reduces clutter, and makes your cleaning routine more sustainable.