Woman Binds Two Old Toothbrushes Together - The Cleaning Hack You Didn’t Know You Needed!
Of all the innovations mankind has created, the simple toothbrush stands tall as one of the most celebrated tools of daily life.
In fact, a 2003 survey by MIT revealed just how essential it truly is—when asked what they couldn’t live without, people ranked the toothbrush above cars, mobile phones, and even computers.
Who knew such a small item could hold such a big place in our lives?
But There’s a Catch…
As brilliant as the toothbrush is, it comes with a serious downside: plastic. Most modern toothbrushes are made from this virtually indestructible material.
To put things in perspective, a toothbrush tossed out in the 1930s could still be sitting intact in a landfill—or worse, floating in our oceans—today.
It’s a sobering thought: a tool designed to promote hygiene may actually be polluting the planet for generations.
So, Don’t Toss That Toothbrush Just Yet!
Instead of throwing them away, why not give them a second life?
In a clever video shared by the popular YouTube channel Simple & Fast, old toothbrushes are repurposed in a brilliant way.
This time, they're not cleaning your teeth — they’re tackling tough surfaces and those impossible-to-reach spots around your home.
Narrow gaps, stubborn corners, and tricky crevices? Consider them handled.
Your trusty toothbrush just got promoted from dental duty to household hero!
First Hack: Turn It into a Toilet Brush!
It’s surprisingly simple — and incredibly useful.
Start by using a torch or any safe open flame. Gently pass the back of the toothbrush handle over the flame.
Focus on the spot just below the neck where the handle starts to curve.
Once the plastic becomes soft and bendable, carefully fold the brush head backward toward the handle.
Let it cool and set — and voila! You’ve made a custom brush that can reach under the inner rim of your toilet bowl.
That shadowy area barely sees the light of day... and let’s be honest — who knows what kind of grime or gunk hides up there?
Second Hack: DIY Double-Headed Scrubber
This clever trick takes two old toothbrushes and turns them into one powerful cleaning tool!
Here’s how to make it:
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Line up two toothbrushes so that their bristles are facing each other.
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Use rubber bands to secure them together — one around the necks (just below the brush heads), and one around the lower part of the handles.
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Make sure they’re tightly bound so they don’t shift while scrubbing.
That’s it — you now have a double-headed scrubber!
It’s perfect for cleaning thin or hard-to-scrub items like:
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Oven racks
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Grill grates
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Trivets
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Coasters
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Knife slots
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Window tracks
Anywhere you need double-sided action, this brush has your back!
Third Hack: Opposite-Headed Pipe Cleaner Tool
Let’s take your toothbrush repurposing game up another level.
This time, instead of facing the bristles toward each other like in the last hack, you’ll face them away from each other.
Here’s how:
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Grab two old toothbrushes.
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Line them up back-to-back, so the bristles point in opposite directions.
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Secure them together using rubber bands — one around the neck and another near the handles.
Now you’ve got a dual-ended scrubber that can clean both sides of a narrow space at once!
Great for:
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Sink drains
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Narrow tubes
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Pipes and plumbing fixtures
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Vacuum cleaner nozzles
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Reusable straws (the thicker kind)
With one motion, you can scrub the inside and outside, or two sides of a tight space. It’s simple, smart, and saves money — all while keeping more plastic out of landfills.
People All Over the Internet Loved These Hacks!
The response to these toothbrush transformations has been overwhelmingly positive.
One commenter shared:
“I have been using old toothbrushes for cleaning aids for many years, especially around the bathroom sink drains, crevices around taps, and where the basin meets the countertop.”
And added:
“You have given me some new ideas, so thank you very much!”
It’s amazing how something as simple as an old toothbrush can become such a versatile and eco-friendly tool. With just a bit of creativity (and maybe a rubber band or two), you can turn everyday waste into something useful and clever.
So next time you're about to toss out that old toothbrush—pause! You might just be a few steps away from your new favorite cleaning gadget.
Another wrote:
“Solid ideas all. I’ve been using my old toothbrushes singly for cleaning tasks, but these duo brush ideas never occurred to me. Thanks!”
We love seeing clever ways to reuse everyday items and reduce waste. These simple hacks not only help you clean smarter, but they also give your old brushes a second life.
Give these a try and tell us what you think!
Got your own toothbrush hack? Share it with us—we’d love to feature your brilliant idea next!
Watch how you can reuse old toothbrushes and turn them into brilliant cleaning tools in the video below!
Don’t toss them—transform them!
