Our town has a recycling program, and we do participate, but it still seems like such a waste to constantly be getting rid of perfectly good glass bottles.
There has to be some use for them!
Recently I was shopping online for glass spray bottles to use with my homemade spray cleaner that I use in my kitchen. At $15 per bottle I knew there had to to another way.
And there is.
All of these bottles have one thing in common – they all have the same size cap.
And it just so happens that these caps are the same size as most spray nozzles.
Disclaimer – I am note sure if the tequila bottle is the right size but I think it is and would love to have my kitchen cleaner in a tequila bottle. I cannot properly test that one until it is empty because the cap is taller for some reason. Margaritas anyone?
DIY Glass Spray Bottle
Materials:
- Empty glass bottle
- Spray bottle nozzle
Directions:
- Test to make sure the spray nozzle will fit on the glass bottle by putting the glass bottle lid on the spray bottle. If it fits and threads properly, the spray nozzle should fit on the glass bottle.
- Remove the glue and label from the glass bottle, directions here: how to remove labels and glue from jars & bottles without chemicals.
- Trim the spray nozzle tube down to the correct length if necessary.
- Assemble your new glass spray bottle.
- Fill with your homemade spray cleaner.
We had some leftover spray bottles in our cabinet that we removed the nozzles from and cleaned them but you can also buy cheap empty bottles (make sure you recycle the bottle itself) or you can order nozzles only in 3 packs or in bulk if you look online.
Becky says
May 11, 2015 at 11:17 amThis is a fabulous idea as an alternative the the plastic spray bottles. Recycling is so important!!
April Decheine says
May 10, 2015 at 9:15 amI would love to make a spray bottle for my DIY Salt spray for my hair. I love getting a beachy look with it.
Rosey says
May 10, 2015 at 5:46 amIf you can use them, that’s even better than recycling! We have recycling here too but we have to drive to the stores to use the bins.
Elizabeth O. says
May 9, 2015 at 9:09 amThat’s a great idea. I always threw away. Now, I’m going to save those spray bottle nozzles and perhaps the pumps, too.
Susan Quackenbush says
May 8, 2015 at 10:13 pmWe are big on recycling as well and also believe in implementing leftover products in our daily lives. It’s amazing how many uses you can find for the most random items! Thank you for this wonderful DIY tip!
Terri says
May 8, 2015 at 5:48 pmWhat a great idea to reuse glass bottles. I am always throwing my bottles away unless
Terri says
May 8, 2015 at 5:49 pmI use them to put peppers in. I didn’t mean to hit post, lol.
Amanda says
May 8, 2015 at 5:06 pmWhat a great idea. We recycle a ton of old glass jars as crafts, but I could also use them for spray bottles, too!
Christi from sexymoxiemama.com says
May 8, 2015 at 4:26 pmThat is such a great idea. I am trying to get away from using so much plastic…I wish manufactureres would too. Thanks for sharing this,
Stephanie says
May 8, 2015 at 9:37 amThis is a great idea! Much better than purchasing glass bottles, when you have ones lying around anyway!
Michele says
May 8, 2015 at 7:56 amI definitely like this idea except that I can be rather a klutz and would be afraid I would drop that glass bottle!!
Robin {Mom Foodie} says
March 25, 2014 at 11:33 amThis certainly looks a whole lot better than a plastic srap bottle hanging around.
Debi says
March 23, 2014 at 1:29 pmThat is a great idea. I try to keep things out of the recycling bin when I can.
Debbie Denny says
March 22, 2014 at 10:03 amGood ideas. I love reusing bottles.
Mama to 5 BLessings says
March 22, 2014 at 7:33 amgreat idea, I usually clean out my old plastic bottles and reuse them too. Great ways to recycle!
Tess says
March 21, 2014 at 10:22 pmI love that idea. I always throw away bottles that I could be reusing-thanks!
Liz Mays says
March 21, 2014 at 10:08 pmMiss Kim is a thinker, through and through. What a super idea which I’m totally using.
Aly Mashrah says
March 21, 2014 at 9:46 pmThat is such a great idea! I’ve been using glass more often lately and can’t wait to make this switch.
Lisa says
March 21, 2014 at 9:10 pmThat is so awesome. I wouldn’t have thought to do that!
Brett says
March 21, 2014 at 9:10 pmGreat idea. And much prettier than the plastic
Dawn Lopez says
March 21, 2014 at 7:47 pmOh how amazingly clever! I am the type to always save things like this and then never do anything with them! Looks like I have a fun new project! Thanks!
Pam says
March 21, 2014 at 7:30 pmUsually I put my glass bottles in the recycle bin, but this is a much better use!
Lisa Jones says
March 21, 2014 at 7:08 pmWhat Great Idea I Love It Thank You!
Jennifer B says
March 21, 2014 at 4:43 pmThanks for this easy and frugal tip for re-using those glass bottles!
Laurie - Steals and Deals for Kids says
March 21, 2014 at 3:19 pmWhat a great way to repurpose old glass bottles!! I love it!! Making your own cleaners is definitely the way to go!!
Sandra says
March 21, 2014 at 1:04 pmSharing and pinning this. I have scheduled to share this on my FB this Sunday! xo San
Lois Alter Mark says
March 21, 2014 at 10:29 amSuch a good idea! I love when you can repurpose stuff!
Francine @ Teresa's Family Cleaning says
March 21, 2014 at 10:03 amWhat a great way to repurpose would be trash!
Jen Temcio @dapperhouse says
March 21, 2014 at 9:29 amOh my goodness this is going to be so fun to DIY my own spray bottles! SO SMART! (I can do spray tequila shots too- lol)
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
March 20, 2014 at 4:27 pmThat’s a great way to recycle!!