Frugal Friday Tip

How to remove the cap on a Swiffer Wet-Jet cleaner bottle

 Here's how to remove the cap on your swiffer wet-jet bottle that makes it impossible to refill and causes you to have to purchase more of their product. You'll need a pair of fingernail clippers and a pot of boiling watter (and the bottle of course).

Step 1  Removing The Cap

   

In a small pot, bring just enough water to cover the cap to a boil. Once you've brought it to a boil, place the bottle, cap first, into the water. After about a minute and a half, remove the bottle from the water, and give the cap a good, hard twist. It should pop right off as the boiling water will have softened the plastic cap.

 

Making the Cap PERMANENTLY Removeable.

   

When you get the cap off, you'll see that it has a number of prongs which cause it to catch on the bottle. With a pair of fingernail clippers, remove these prongs. You could also use an exacto knife, or even a razor blade.

Step 3  Refill the Bottle

Now you're ready to refill the bottle with your cleaner of choice. Vinegar and Water, Pine-sol, or anything else you may want to clean your floors with. Place the cap back on the bottle firmly and mop away!