How to clean with Swiffer Wet Jet and save money
The Swiffer WetJet is a floor cleaning system that eliminates the need for a mop and a bucket of water. The Swiffer WetJet is a stick mop with floor cleaning solution attached to the pole and a disposable cleaning pad at the base, making it an all-in-one floor cleaning system. The Swiffer WetJet website purports that you can clean virtually any floor in half the time with the Swiffer compared to a traditional mop and bucket. Though the Swiffer cuts down on your cleaning time, cleaner pads and refills can be expensive. There are a few creative ideas that will cut costs. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Swiffer WetJet cleaning system
- Swiffer solution refill
- Swiffer cleaning pad refills
- Microfiber cleaning cloths
- Baby burp cloths
- Tall drinking glass
- Funnel
- Hot water
- Vinegar
Instructions
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Cleaning with Swiffer WetJet
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Push and hold down the button located on the handle of your Swiffer WetJet. This will spray the cleaning solution onto the floor. Release the button once you have covered the desired area with cleaner.
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Push the Swiffer back and forth over the area until clean. Continue spraying and mopping until the entire area is cleaned.
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Clean tougher stains by spraying solution directly onto the spot. Use your foot to flip the Swiffer head so that it stands vertically. Scrub the spot with the scrubbing pad located on the side of the mop head until the stain is removed.
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Remove the soiled cleaning pad from the Swiffer and throw it in the garbage. Place a new cleaning pad on the Swiffer by pressing the printed side against the bottom of the head, adhering it to the Velcro.
Reusable Cleaning Pads
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Create your own reusable cleaning pad for your Swiffer WetJet by wrapping the Swiffer head with a microfiber cloth or old burp cloth. Wrap each end of the Swiffer head with a rubberband to hold the cloth in place.
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Clean your floor as you typically would with the Swiffer.
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Remove the cloth from the base by removing the rubber bands. Launder the cloth as usual before the next use.
Homemade Swiffer Solution Refill
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Fill a tall drinking glass with very hot water and place the WetJet solution refill upside down in the cup so that the white dispenser cap is submerged in the water. Leave the refill in the water for five minutes or until the cap is loosened.
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Twist off the refill cap.
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Place a funnel into the end of the refill and pour in 1 1/2 cups hot water and 1 1/2 cups vinegar. Replace the cap and place refill into your Swiffer. Clean your floor as usual.
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Tips & Warnings
For best results, sweep the area you want to clean before cleaning with the Swiffer WetJet.
If residue remains on your floor after it has dried, use more solution when cleaning.
Other items can make inexpensive Swiffer pads. Try old socks, disposable diapers, or paper towels.
You can also use your favorite brand of floor cleaner to refill your Swiffer Wetjet solution bottle.
Buy in bulk and visit the Swiffer website for coupons to cut the cost of refill materials.
Do not use Swiffer WetJet on unfinished hardwood, rugs, carpeting, or unsealed tile flooring.
References
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