I don't know how some people can get more than a few uses out of this. I babysit, do the dishes and groom them as instructed. However, I'm lucky enough to use half a dozen of each before my machine stops reading the code engraved on the bottom of the pads. With a thorough rinse I can use 4 or 5 uses of Orange Damp or Blue. Wet pads, so I'll consider this experiment over. I'll stick with disposable pads. Unless your house is dirty and you have my problem—dog hair and the occasional wet paw print on hardwood—then consider using disposables, too. Use, dry, clean (scrape hair), reuse. It doesn't need more.