Easy Ways to Recycle at Home: Eco-Friendly Cleaning in Ware 

It’s 2025, and we’re all aware of the impact global warming is having on our planet. With that in mind, many of us are eager to embrace more sustainable lifestyles by reducing waste wherever possible. 

This ethos can (and should) extend to your cleaning habits. By embracing eco-friendly cleaning, you can make small but meaningful reductions in your consumption and contribute to a healthier environment. Adopting these practices can even help you save time and money! 

So, our house cleaners in Ware have shared some easy ways to recycle everyday items within your cleaning routine. Let’s get into it… 

Turn old clothing into cleaning rags 

Clearing out your wardrobe? Consider salvaging some unwanted items to use as eco-friendly cleaning rags. T-shirts and socks make excellent reusable cloths, even if they have a few holes in them.  

The beauty of this solution is that you can throw your makeshift cloths into the washing machine and use them again and again — no more disposable wipes! 

Reuse plastic product bottles 

Most commercial cleaning products come in plastic bottles and containers. Once you’ve reached the end of the product, these containers tend to go straight into the bin.  

Instead, you could save time and money and reduce your use of single-use plastics by reusing and refilling these containers. Some eco-friendly brands and shops offer refill stations for your favourite cleaning products. Or, you can get rid of shop-bought chemicals altogether by creating your own cleaning solutions at home. A simple combination of white vinegar, baking soda and water can help you tackle most cleaning tasks! 

Upcycle toothbrushes for cleaning 

Thinking about replacing your kids’ toothbrushes or swapping your manual for an electric one? Don’t bin your old brush. Their soft, small bristles are great for getting into tight spaces and scrubbing grout. 

When the brush has worn out, you can recycle it. But in the meantime, you’ll get more use out of it and enjoy a handy cleaning tool without needing to buy anything new. 

Use newspapers to clean glass 

One of our favourite eco-friendly cleaning hacks is using newspapers to clean windows and mirrors.  

Newspapers are lint-free, so they won’t leave behind any annoying fibres. Plus, their paper is highly absorbent, and their ink has properties that help polish surfaces, giving you a shiny, streak-free finish. 

Looking for a sustainability-focused domestic cleaning team? Our Ware home cleaning experts are always on hand to help you care for your home. 

Our Ware office offers local house cleaning services to clients in Ware and all surrounding areas, including Great Amwell, Stansted Abbotts, Hunsdon, Widford, Babbs Green, Wareside, Bakers End, Thundridge, Wadesmill, Sacombe Green, Sacombe, Dane End, Whempstead, Green End, Chapmore End, Tonwell, Barwick, Paynes Hall, Crouchfields and more. 

Get in touch today to speak to our team! 

Call 01920 732101 to arrange a free, no-obligation quote in the comfort of your own home.