How to Make Your Own Treated Dust Cloths
Dusting with cloths that are pretreated to attract and hold dust is a huge time-saver. But why spend money on store-bought ones when you can make them yourself for pennies?
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You Will Need
- 2 c. hot water
- 1 c. lemon essential oil
- A bowl
- Cotton cloths
- A coffee can or resealable bag
- Cotton T-shirts
Steps
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Step 1
Mix your solution
In a bowl, mix together the hot water and lemon oil, which you can find in health food stores.
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Step 2
Add the cloths
Dip some clean, untreated cotton cloths or cheesecloth squares into the mixture.
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Tear up some old cotton T-shirts to use as dust cloths.
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Step 3
Wring out
Squeeze out the cloths and allow them to air dry. That's it -- they're ready to use. When they get dirty, toss them in the washing machine and start over.
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Step 4
Store extras
Keep extras in a closed container so they don't dry out; an empty coffee can or resealable plastic bag works fine.
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