2 septembre 2026

Don’t throw away the detergent caps, they could be worth gold reused this way

What to do with laundry detergent caps

Creative recycling of these materials is an activity that allows us to give a second chance to materials that would otherwise be wasted. It can also be a way to spend creative time with family or teach children the importance of recycling and sustainability.

In practice, detergent caps can be worth as much as gold, if used wisely to create fun new items.

Additionally, plastic bottles can also be used as a dishwasher detergent dispenser. If so, cut the bottle in half horizontally and fill the bottom half with dishwasher detergent. By using the top of the bottle as a dispenser, you can precisely dispense the amount of detergent needed for each wash load.

Remember to always recycle plastic bottles after use, in order to reduce the environmental impact of your plastic consumption. With a few simple steps, you can do your part to reduce the amount of waste that ends up in our oceans and on our beaches.

Small creative objects with detergent caps

Creative recycling is a simple and fun solution to create new useful and fun objects from materials that we often throw away. Among the most common materials we can reuse are detergent caps and cardboard kitchen paper rolls, which can be used to create pen holders and object holders or small toy puppets.

To create a pen holder with detergent caps, simply collect a set of colorful caps, wash them thoroughly and dry them. Once ready, they can be glued together, creating a stable and strong structure. This way you will get an original colorful pen holder, perfect for the office or for the children’s desk.

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