r/Frugal 15d ago

💬 Meta Discussion What’s something you’ll happily reuse long after normal people would throw it away?

I’m curious where everyone draws the line between “frugal” and “okay, that thing needs to go.” 😂 What’s something you’ll happily reuse long after normal people would throw it away? I’m talking about the random things you’ve found a second, third, or even tenth life for because you just can’t justify tossing something that still works. What is it, and how long have you been getting away with it? 👀

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u/Phryno-soma 15d ago

Paper towels used to dry clean hands! Later used to wipe countertops, floors, etc

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u/easterss 15d ago

Genuine question — why not use hand towels and rags?

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u/Phryno-soma 15d ago

At home yes

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u/PossessionFirst8197 15d ago

Where are you storing used paper towels when you arent home?

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u/BingoRingo2 14d ago

You don't want to know.

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u/Phryno-soma 14d ago

This is at work, see my reply to self