I am well-known for being stingy. Sometimes even my mother can't stand it. It's not because I can't bear to spend money, but because I think some things don't need to be wasted, and they can be replaced with cheaper ones.

In this issue, I will share 10 alternative products that were praised by my mother. They are really easy to use and save money!

1. Heater can replace dryer

My mother came to my house and laughed when she saw what I did. Why would I hang my child’s clothes under the bathroom heater?

I said: Mom, don't underestimate this operation. It has been raining recently and the children's clothes are never completely dry. They feel a little damp. Hanging them under the heater is very effective. It takes basically half an hour to remove the moisture. It is very convenient to use.

After hearing this, my mother wondered why I didn't buy a dryer. Why was I so stingy? Actually, it wasn't that I was stingy, but considering the actual situation, there was really no need to spend so much money on a dryer.

I live in the north, where we have heating in the winter and it's hot in the summer. Clothes can be dried in half a day if hung out. The only time in a year that we need to dry clothes is during those few rainy days in autumn. It would be a waste to buy a dryer for this. This warm air bathroom heater is enough.

What's more, I happen to have a shower room at home, so I can hang it there, which makes it convenient to use.

If there is no place to hang clothes in the bathroom, you can install this folding clothes rack. You can put it down when you need it and hang a few clothes on it. It will not take up any space when you put it up when not in use.

The installation is also simple, just stick it on with nail-free adhesive, which is very convenient.

2. Stainless steel punching plate replaces perforated plate

My mother said, I have seen this perforated board at your sister's house, but why does it feel different from yours?

They are definitely different. Hers is a real perforated board, which is expensive, while mine is a substitute - a stainless steel perforated board.

When I was shopping, I found a circle of perforated boards on the pillars of a convenience store. I wondered how much would so many perforated boards cost? The store owner told me that they were custom-made stainless steel perforated boards from the Internet, and the total cost was about 100 yuan, which I thought was too cheap.

When I came back, I searched online and found it. Not only can the size be customized, the price is also very suitable. I directly ordered a storage piece to use as a tool wall. To be honest, except for the slightly rough workmanship, everything else is really good, with a super high cost performance.

3. Supermarket cigarette racks can be used as bathroom storage racks

Acrylic storage racks are sturdy and translucent, and everyone likes them, but the price is really not low. Even a very simple one will cost dozens of dollars, and if you add the words "cosmetics storage rack", it will cost hundreds of dollars.

But if you change the keywords and search for supermarket cigarette rack, you can get an acrylic rack of the following specifications for just twenty or thirty dollars.

Moreover, its specifications are very complete, with three-layer, four-layer, two-pack and three-pack thicknesses, and different widths, which can fully meet the needs of home use.

In addition to buying one for the bathroom, I also put a small one next to the desk in the bedroom. It is very convenient for storing miscellaneous items on the desk.

4. Kindergarten school bag cabinet can be used as a substitute for bookshelf

I have to admit that nowadays, if you add the word "children" to something, the price will double. At that time, I wanted to buy a bookshelf for my child, but a simple search showed that it would cost hundreds of dollars.

Later, when my child went to kindergarten, I saw that the simple bookshelves used by other people were very beautiful. I searched for kindergarten bookcases on the Internet and found that they were indeed much cheaper.

Then, I ordered one according to the size of my home. It is very suitable for storing children's books and comes in a universal size.

What's more, there are different internal partitions. If you buy a large partition, it's great for storing children's toys.

5. Laundry basket can be used as a toy storage rack

My mother said that I was stingy before, and I became even more stingy after having children. I would like to spend every penny as if it were fifty cents. Haha, who made the substitutes so cheap and so useful?

For example, when it comes to storing my children’s toys, I didn’t buy a special storage rack. Instead, I bought this kind of laundry basket and modified it myself.

The cost is very low, a frame costs about ten yuan, and you can spend a few more yuan to buy a universal wheel. After the toys are stored, you can just push it away. The child can also use it when he grows up and learns to walk. You can use two things for one price.

The installation of the universal wheel is also simple. Just fix it with a cable tie. If the bottom is a solid flat surface, you can also stick it on.

When my baby is taking a bath, he likes to soak his toys in the basin, but there is no suitable storage place in the bathroom, so the toys are always thrown all over the place.

I suddenly had an idea and bought a foldable laundry basket and hung it on the wall. This way, the baby's toys can be easily stuffed in, clean and tidy, and it is also breathable and easy to drain, without worrying about mold.

It comes in large and small sizes. If you just want to store toys, a medium size is enough. If you also want to store dirty clothes, it is recommended that you choose the large size directly.

6. Medical storage boxes are a good alternative to desktop storage boxes

The reason why I found this substitute is because I bought several desktop storage boxes and they were all failures.

This is a medical device, originally used by nurses to store medicines, but it is really suitable for use at home, and it is super cheap, only two or three dollars each.

Its biggest advantage is that the middle partition can be removed and its position can be adjusted at will, which is very convenient. Items of different sizes on the desktop can all be matched to suitable positions without being useless.

If you want to store larger items, you can just remove the partitions. It is very flexible.

In addition, it also comes in different sizes and specifications. I also bought a few and put them in the drawer of my dressing table. It is simply perfect. All kinds of irregular makeup tools can have a suitable place. It is more convenient to use than a special storage box.

It is strongly recommended that sisters who need it should go and collect it.

7. Electric meat/garlic stirrer as a substitute for baby food processor

99% of mothers have definitely bought baby food processors for their children, and they spend a huge amount of money on them, starting at at least 200 yuan. However, the frequency of use is really not satisfactory, and the chances of using functions such as steaming and cooking are not high.

So, when my mother insisted on spending more than 500 yuan to buy a baby food machine for her child in the mall, I stopped her strongly. Why should it be so expensive? This one that costs only 70 or 80 yuan is very useful.

It can be used to crush garlic and mince meat, so it is no problem to mix complementary food for children. It can meet daily complementary food needs such as carrots, meat puree, pumpkin puree, etc.

The key point is, when the child grows up and no longer needs it, he can still use it to mince garlic and meat. Which one is more cost-effective? I don’t need to say more, right?

The structure inside is simple and easy to clean. It won’t harbor dirt and grime, and the price-performance ratio is really high.

8. Computer heightening rack to replace pet food tray

It is said that cats need to raise the table a little to protect their necks when eating, just like humans. Therefore, these elevated pet food plates are very popular online.

The cheapest ones are sixty or seventy, and the most expensive ones are several hundred.

But for someone like me who likes pets but doesn't want to spend a lot of money, this alternative computer stand is obviously more suitable. It costs only a dozen bucks, and you can put cat food on top and stock underneath. It is cheap and convenient.

It is definitely good news for pet lovers.

9. Shuhua milk is a substitute for pet milk

Another pet substitute is Shuhua milk. If you search online for pet milk, you will be scared away by the price. A 300 ml can costs about 20 yuan. It's really a rip-off.

I heard that many dogs are lactose intolerant. This Shuhua milk is lactose-free, so there is no problem in replacing pet milk. My family has been drinking it and has no discomfort.

However, if your pet has never drunk the drink before, it is recommended to give it small amounts multiple times to try first. If there is no adverse reaction, then increase the amount as appropriate.

10. Milk tea cans are a good alternative to grain storage cans

My mother was quite surprised to see me using milk tea cans to store grains. She said it was more convenient than mineral water bottles because the can mouth was wide and airtight, and it was easier to take the grains and put them in.

Indeed, a large bucket like this can not only be used to store grains, but can also be placed on the table to store makeup brushes or used as a pen holder. It has a wide range of uses.

The only trouble is that you need to wash it clean and dry it before using it every time. But compared to a can of mixed grains that costs dozens of dollars, this trouble is nothing.