I noticed we use a lot of paper towel and wipes in our household and in my mission to be frugal and reduce our grocery bill I am trying to find cheaper alternatives, like using my own homemade all purpose cleaner.  Over the past few months I have been using reusable homemade antibacterial wipes, although I do still use the disposable variety for cleaning the toilets.  These have been fantastic to have on hand for wiping up spills in the kitchen to grabbing a cloth and doing a quick clean of light switches or wiping up dust while on the phone, I can’t sit still when chatting on the phone.

Reusable Antibacterial Wipes can be used for:

The uses are endless really for these wipes.  I call them my miracle wipes as they clean just about everything.  I used a wipe recently to clean one of my kids formal school hats, got all the dirt out and I didn’t have to take it to the dry cleaners!!

• floor spills
• bench tops
• dusting
• stove top
• sink
• microwave
• skirting boards
• fridge
• clean taps
• light switches
• cleaning toddlers face and hands after eating
• wall
• and so much more

Reusable Homemade Antibacterial Wipes

When I first started making these I used a large airtight glass jar from The Reject Shop and Sabco All Purpose Microfibre Cloths, found at Woolworths (or you could be even more frugal and use old t-shirts), plus my own antibacterial solution. This only held 6-8 wipes.  I roll up the cloths, place in jar and pour the liquid mix over the cloths.  When I need to use them I pick out a cloth, wring out as much liquid as I can, use it, rinse and then put in the laundry to go through my usual kitchen linen wash.

I was using them far too quickly, so I now double the solution and use a decor container and filled it with a pack of microfibre clothes I found at Bunnings.  Pack of 20 for $10.98. Which gives me spares so when I have some dirty in the washing basket, I have a pile of clean ones ready to refil the container.

Again, this is another really easy homemade cleaning recipe.  You will need to mix the following into a jug:

WATER – I used cooled water from the kettle

VINEGAR – mild disinfectant, cuts through grease, de-scaler, glass cleaner

DETERGENT – will help lift dirt and grime. Preferably PH neutral, colour free,  fragrance free and septic tank safe. You can find at your local supermarket, Earth Choice, Fragrance-Free Morning Fresh (ph neutral) and ecostore.

LAVENDER OIL – is well known for it’s natural antibacterial properties

ANOTHER ESSENTIAL OIL – for those that are not fond of the lavendar scent (me!!) add an addtional few drops of your favourite essential oil.  I have started using doTERRA Oils and absolutely love the Grapefruit Pure Essential Oil. Read more here about why I use doTERRA or this page to learn how to buy.

SPRAY BOTTLE – these can be found at chemists, hairdresser supply shops, kmart or most grocery stores.

HOT WATER – I boil the kettle just prior to making this solution and allow it to sit to cool slightly.

DETERGENT – preferably PH neutral, fragrance free and septic tank safe.  Will help lift dirt and grime. You can find at your local supermarket, Earth Choice, Fragrance-Free Morning Fresh (ph neutral) and ecostore.

VINEGAR – mild disinfectant, cuts through grease, de-scaler, glass cleaner

Store your wipes out of the sunlight, I keep mine under the sink.

REUSABLE HOMEMADE ANTIBACTERIAL WIPES

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YOU WILL NEED

• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 cup vinegar
• 6 drops lavender oil
• 2 drops of your favourite essential oil
• 1 teaspoon detergent
• Micro-fibre cloths
• Large airtight jar

Instructions

1. Place cloths into large jar
2. In a jug combine water, vinegar, essential oil and detergent, mix to combine
3. Pour liquid over cloths
4. Seal jar

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Have you tried my Reusable Wipes? Did you love them!!