The 6 best refillable cleaning products in the UK
Refillable cleaning products are becoming one of the simplest ways to reduce household waste without changing your cleaning routine. From concentrated refills to closed-loop systems, these eco cleaning refills help cut down single-use plastic while keeping your home clean and fresh.
We’ve picked out 6 of the handiest refillable cleaning products for you to take a look at – if you like what you see, maybe it’s time to think about making the switch.
1. Ecover All Purpose Cleaner
A multi-purpose refillable cleaner designed to replace multiple household sprays in one.
If you’ve got separate bottles for each job, it might be a good idea to downsize. This Ecover cleaner comes in a bag-in-a-box, for a convenient stackable shape that keeps the amount of plastic used to an absolute minimum. It does the work of multiple products, cleaning sinks, work surfaces, floors, wood, glass… the list is endless.
2. Ocean Saver Kitchen Spray
A concentrated refillable kitchen spray designed to reduce plastic waste and eliminate single-use bottles.
Ocean Saver work with the Blue Marine Foundation, a conservation charity dedicated to protecting the ocean and its wildlife. Their products reflect this concern with their biodegradable, plant-based, microplastic-free formulas. They’re presented in concentrated form to minimise packaging – grab a bottle for life and get mixing.
3. Yokuu Bathroom Cleaner Starter Kit
A probiotic-based refillable bathroom cleaner that uses natural bacteria to clean surfaces effectively.
Embrace “lazy cleaning” with Yokuu’s cleaning products packed full of probiotic power – effective, eco-friendly and fully safe for children, pets and pregnant women. The refills come as solid “pearls” to be dissolved in water, meaning less packaging and a lower carbon footprint. This starter pack includes one pearl and a handy spray bottle to help kickstart your cleaning journey.
4. Bio-D Concentrated Washing Up Liquid
The closed loop system takes reusability to the next level.
Empty 20L containers can be posted back to Bio-D for no extra cost, where they’re cleaned and reused. Handy if your recycling bin is overflowing already, or recycling options aren’t great where you live. Many of their products, including this washing-up liquid, are extra-concentrated and last even longer than you’d expect.
5. Bower Collective Glass & Mirror Cleaner
A refillable glass and mirror cleaner supplied in returnable, reusable packaging to reduce waste.
Bower Collective products come in specially designed “BowerPacks” – digitally traceable pouches with a one-way safety valve. They can be sent back to the company via freepost or by depositing in special in-store bins. This glass cleaner delivers instant results on windows, mirrors and stainless steel – just spray and wipe immediately for a sparkling streak-free finish. Try it in a reusable spray bottle.
6. Miniml White Vinegar
A range of refillable household cleaning products designed for return-and-reuse packaging systems.
Miniml also use a closed loop system, where 5L containers or 1L pouches can be returned to the company in sets of 4 to be reused. Even their forever bottles are made from 100% post-consumer recycled plastic. Miniml have one of the widest product ranges of any company here – from toilet cleaner to dishwasher rinse aid, you’re sure to find what you’re looking for. Even a product as simple as this white vinegar has many varied uses around the home, from cleaning glass to removing stains from clothes.
Getting started
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With our help, making a few changes here and there needn’t be a stressful experience. Your journey to a cheaper and less wasteful cleaning routine starts here – and we’re with you every step of the way.
