Might 4, 2020
If you’re on the lookout for options to paper towels, it may be tough to make the swap however the swap is price it for quite a lot of causes. You gained’t run out of paper towels, it’s extra economical (when you undergo 4-Eight rolls a month, you possibly can save as much as $20+/month), and also you’ll be making a step in the direction of extra sustainable dwelling items.
I get a variety of questions from readers relating to what cloths in my store I exploit to scrub totally different areas of our dwelling. I assumed it might be enjoyable to share all of the methods I exploit the Clean Mama cleansing cloths and towels in our dwelling. After 5+ years of testing and manufacturing of textiles I’m nonetheless discovering new methods to make use of reusables in our dwelling – these are simply the methods I exploit Clean Mama cloths and towels, you might need different methods – if it really works for you, maintain doing it!
MICROFIBER – cleansing and dusting – 80% polyester/20% polyamide
Microfiber cleansing cloths are nice for cleansing. They’ve ‘micro’ fibers that seize the grime and germs and maintain on to them in lieu of spreading them round as you clear. A typical false impression with any cleansing material that you simply wash and reuse is that it won’t be clear or that you simply would possibly unfold germs round from the fabric as you clear. I believe that’s what holds individuals again from switching from disposable cleansing wipes and paper towels – perhaps you may relate?
I carry two various kinds of microfiber cleansing cloths within the store – All-Function and Sharpening. The all-purpose cloths are gentle and fluffy and have a loop texture to that grabs grime and holds it. I exploit the all-purpose cloths for cleansing bogs and for dusting. I like how they choose up grime, clear surfaces, and might be rinsed whereas I’m cleansing. I at all times barely dampen the all-purpose cloths earlier than utilizing them – I discover that this helps the cleaners work a little bit higher. This system additionally helps when you aren’t a fan of how microfiber ‘feels’ in your arms. The Sharpening cloths I exploit for home windows and mirrors (the All-Function will work for home windows and mirrors too) and for chrome steel. The Texture is clean and gentle and works nice for any floor that must be polished.
Microfiber cleansing cloths ought to solely be laundered with different microfiber cleansing cloths and you shouldn’t use any cloth softener with them as it’s going to coat the fibers. Try this put up for the way I clear and look after microfiber – it additionally talks about some widespread misconceptions with microfiber and the surroundings in case you are .
BAR MOP TOWELS – my favourite paper towel substitute – kitchen counters and basic cleansing – 100% cotton
I began utilizing bar mop towels years in the past as a substitute for paper towels within the kitchen. I maintain a jar by the sink the place a paper towel holder would basic be after which I can simply seize one as a substitute of a paper towel to wipe down counters.
They have been the the primary merchandise I wished to hold in my store. I exploit these in place in of paper towels – merely roll them up and put them in a container by the kitchen sink. They’ve a scrubbing texture which make them perfect for cleansing up massive and small messes, but they’re additionally gentle on pores and skin and nice for drying dishes.
I like utilizing them to wipe down counters and the kitchen desk. Put a moist one by the range whilst you’re cooking to wipe up spills to maintain issues neat and tidy. I additionally use them for basic cleansing like baseboards and doorways as nicely. I carry these in two colours – white and aqua and in two sizes. The Petite Bar Mop Towels (white) are a standard dish material measurement at 12”x12” and nice for washing dishes. The usual measurement Bar Mop Towels (white and aqua) are 16”x19″ and bigger in measurement making them nice for cleansing giant areas like kitchen counters.
How do I launder kitchen towels? I allow them to dry over the kitchen sink in a single day after which put them in a bin beneath the sink. When that bin is full I toss this load within the washer. I exploit Oxygen Whitener, Laundry Tremendous Powder, and 1/Four cup of white vinegar in every load of any kitchen towels. The Oxygen Whitener removes any stains and retains white white and the Laundry Tremendous Powder deep cleans these cloths. You could find the Clean Mama Laundry Merchandise within the store. This put up particulars this kitchen cleansing material course of a little bit extra.
REVERSIBLE TERRY TOWELS – kitchen and loo hand towels – 100% cotton
I like the Reversible Terry Towels for hand towels. They’re gentle, absorbent and have two textures – a terry aspect and an ornamental reverse weave aspect. I exploit them within the kitchen and within the powder room for hand towels however in addition they work nicely while you’re cooking and baking.
I’ll use one over a bowl of dough that’s rising or beneath a mixing bowl so it doesn’t slide. They’re higher than only a hand towel and so they look fairly too.
FLOUR SACK TOWELS – drying dishes, baking, basic cleansing – 100% cotton
For those who aren’t utilizing flour sack towels, you’re lacking out. These old school towels have so many makes use of however my favourite is for laying out on the counter for dishes to drip dry. I additionally use them for hand drying dishes – they’re so light-weight that they dry in about an hour. They’re additionally lint-free and nice for cleansing home windows and huge surfaces.
Are you attempting to chop again on paper towel utilization? Have you ever already reduce on paper towels? What’s your favourite substitute towels?
You could find all of those Cloths + Towels within the Clean Mama Store.
