The perforation on paper goods is merely a suggestion. A small mess might not require an entire paper towel, so try ripping the amount you need off the roll rather than following the manufacturer's suggestion. Some companies now offer towels with short sheets just for this … [Read more...] about Tear outside the lines

As with most items at the supermarket, unit price is the most informative way to compare the cost of similar items. With paper goods, the unit price includes the total square footage of paper and the number of layers in each sheet. Don't look at the number of rolls in each … [Read more...] about Size matters

Not all paper goods are created equal. Choosing the quality of product that meets your needs will save you money. If you buy 1-ply toilet paper, but use 3x as much, then you are paying more per use than with 2-ply paper. Those thick, absorbent paper towels certainly cost more per … [Read more...] about Quality saves money

Wrapping paper, gift bags and other festive ornaments can be expensive at the grocery store or home goods store. Discount stores (e.g., Dollar Tree) are a great alternative for finding less expensive gift wrap and these stores often have a wide selection of designs. For gifts to … [Read more...] about Buy inexpensive wrapping paper

A large box of visible replacement rolls makes it easy to be wasteful with extra tissue on the toilet. You will naturally be more frugal with the tissue when you don't know exactly how much is left. Consider putting your stash out of reach and out of sight. This will help you … [Read more...] about Be sneaky with the tissue