Swedish Dishcloths | Reusable, Compostable Cleaning Cloths




Swedish Dishcloths | Reusable, Compostable, and Surprisingly Mighty
PAPER TOWELS ARE SO OVER.
These ultra-absorbent, quick-drying dishcloths are made with sustainable wood pulp and organic cotton—perfect for cleaning spills, counters, glass, and more. Each one replaces 17 rolls of paper towels and composts at the end of its life.
Every dishcloth sold restores 20 gallons of water via 1% for the Planet.
OVERVIEW +
- Each dishcloth replaces 17 rolls of paper towels
- Absorbs up to 20x its weight
- Quick-drying and odor-resistant
- More durable than sponges or paper towels
- Ideal for most surfaces: counters, glass, stainless steel, and more
- Effective for tough messes and streak-free cleaning
- Reusable up to 200 times
- Biodegradable and home compostable
- Benefits 1% for the Planet
MATERIALS +
- 70% FSC-certified wood cellulose (sustainably forested)
- 30% organic cotton (GOTS and OEKO-TEX Standard 100-certified)
- Printed with water-based, home-compostable inks
DIRECTIONS + CARE +
For daily use:
Reuse and wash up to 200 times! Lather up with dish soap to wash dishes, or use with spray cleaner to wipe down counters, glass, and other surfaces. Rinse and squeeze out excess moisture after each use. Air dry on your dish rack or faucet.
To clean+sanitize:
To clean, run through the top rack of your dishwasher or toss in the washing machine. To sanitize, soak in boiling water for 1–2 minutes or microwave while damp for 30 seconds.
End of life:
Dishcloths last 3–6 months depending on use. Once worn out, cut up into smaller pieces and compost at home.
LEARN MORE +
Swedish Dishcloths combine the strength of a sponge with the absorbency of a paper towel—minus the waste. Originally invented in Sweden in 1949, they’ve become a cult favorite for low-waste living, and for good reason.
The quick-drying texture prevents bacteria and mildew buildup, while the textured surface gets into every nook and cranny without falling apart. They clean beautifully with water alone, or pair easily with soap or your favorite non-toxic spray cleaner.
Our dishcloths are screen printed with water-based inks and made only from natural materials, meaning they return to the earth when composted. Unlike microfiber cloths, they contain no plastic or synthetics—just plant-based performance that’s easy on your skin and the planet.
Designed for Daily Use
We chose these specific cloths after testing dozens of options. While we don’t manufacture them ourselves, we only stock products that align with our values: quality, ethics, and environmental responsibility. If you ever have a concern with your order, please reach out with your order number. We're here to help.
SHIPPING + RETURNS +
Orders typically ship within 5–7 business days, packed plastic-free using recyclable and compostable materials.
If you're anything less than 5-star satisfied, reach out to hello@simplealchemyco.com—we'll happily make it right.
For full details, see our Returns Policy.
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