The Dollar Tree Cleaning Essential That Will Save You Money With A Swiffer

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Many people want the convenience that Swiffer cleaning tools provide, but there are some sneaky drawbacks you need to consider before buying a Swiffer. If you already have a Swiffer mop that you use regularly, you likely know just how expensive it can be to repeatedly buy mop pad refills. Generally, it is recommended that Swiffer brand mop pads be used only once before disposing of them, though some people use them multiple times. This is bad for the environment and your budget, as the mop pads for Swiffer Power Mops cost about $10 for a pack of five. However, Dollar Tree has a surprising alternative that can save you money: a reusable microfiber mop pad that costs only $1.50.

The Dollar Tree Essentials standard microfiber heavy-duty mop pad is basically a piece of microfiber cloth that is reusable and machine washable, so you don't have to keep repurchasing it. The pads can be used dry or damp, and the dimensions are 12.2 inches by 5.12 inches. With the dimensions and the material that allows you to simply align the pad and stick it in place, this reusable mop pad is compatible with the Swiffer Power Mop or WetJet. 

The Dollar Tree mop pad may only have eight reviews, but all except one rate it five stars. Reviewers talk about the product's good fit with the Swiffer WetJet and its overall effectiveness. The outlier is a person disappointed with the Velcro attachment method that is compatible with some Swiffers but not all. Reviews of other reusable mop pads are also positive, and many find that the disposable and reusable pads have a similar level of effectiveness.

To use the Dollar Tree reusable mop pads (or similar reusable pads), you attach them to the bottom of the mop and then use the mop as you normally would. When you are done cleaning, remove the pad. You may want to shake the pad outdoors or over a garbage can to remove loose dust, dirt, or hair. Then, toss the pad into the washing machine. You should follow the washing instructions of your specific pad, but generally, it is best to wash them on a delicate cycle with fragrance-free detergent in cold water and dry alone with low heat and no dryer sheets to protect the microfibers. Then, the pad is ready to use again, though you may also want to learn how to properly disinfect microfiber towels after using them for cleaning to make sure they're truly clean.

If you are tired of spending money every few months on new pads, then reusable pads are a good option that can last for years with proper care, which could result in saving hundreds of dollars over time. Plus, you can save even more with budget-friendly Swiffer hacks you'll wish you knew sooner. For those with other types of Swiffers or similar mops, the Dollar Tree pad is not compatible, but you can find reusable pads designed to work with other types of mops with removable pads, so you, too, can save money. The reusable mop pad for Swiffer Sweeper Mop on Amazon, for example, costs about $15 for a pack of four, and these pads have straps that allow them to attach to more mops. However, the straps make them incompatible with the Swiffer WetJet. Just like the Dollar Tree pads and many other reusable options, these pads are machine washable.