Have you seen “just add water” cleaning products? These are cleaning products that arrive in a dry or concentrated form and require water to be activated. This makes them lighter and more compact, reducing the environmental impact of production and transportation. Let’s take a closer look at how these “just add water” cleaning products work and why they could be a good choice for you and your family. 

Usually, for these cleaning products you need to add a specified amount of water to the product, allowing it to dissolve and transform into a ready-to-use cleaning solution. This is an option for things like multi-purpose cleaners, hand soap, window cleaner, and floor cleaner. It can be less convenient because of the need to follow the instructions to add the water and prepare the cleaner, but it also boasts several benefits: 

Sustainability: One of the most significant advantages of concentrated or dehydrated cleaning products is their positive impact on the environment. It involves transporting less water, which makes the products lighter and smaller, saving fuel and packaging. 

Cost: Because these cleaning products are concentrated, a small amount goes a long way. You are essentially paying for the active ingredients without the added cost of transporting and packaging water. As these products become more popular, the cost per use should continue to come down. 

Storage: The compact nature of dehydrated cleaning products means they take up less space. This is particularly beneficial for small apartments or offices, where several months’ worth of cleaning supplies can now be stored without taking up large amounts of room. 

There are some things to be aware of when choosing a “just add water” cleaning product.  

• Read the instructions on the product packaging to determine the correct water-to-product ratio. Adding too much or too little water will give you an improperly balanced product that may not work as intended. 

• Use a clean container designed for cleaning products and label it so that you know what is inside. Check if your product comes with a sticker for the container, as that likely includes important safety information. 

• Shake or mix the container to ensure the product is evenly distributed, then use the solution according to the directions on the packaging. 

• Store it up and out of sight and reach of children, as you would any other cleaning product. 

• Only add water to cleaning products specifically formulated for it. 

As awareness of environmental issues grows, the demand for sustainable cleaning solutions is likely to increase and dehydrated cleaning products is one of these options. Have you tried one of these products? What did you think? Let us know in the comments section!