Plastic-Free Cleaning Cloths and Sponges
Seep eco sponge scourers are sold online (a pack of 12 should last a year). Everything from this wonderful company is plastic-free and stop microplastics being rinsed down sinks, and going into the sea.
Perfect for cleaning or washing dishes, these can safely laundered (or put in the top rack of your dishwasher). Over 1 million already sold!
Made from wood pulp cellulose (sewed with cotton to bind the loofah side), at end of use, just cut up and compost or pop them in the bin, to naturally break down (just ensure they dry out between uses, to prevent mould).
Use with eco-friendly cleaning products (choose non-scented for pregnancy/nursing and near babies/pets). For washing-up, use with eco washing-up liquids.
Seep eco pop-up sponges are not just good for cleaning your home, they are plastic-free and can be sent through the letterbox, so it’s no issue if you’re not home! Buy one pack, or register for a regular subscription (each one should last around four weeks).
Perfect for wiping up spills, these look like a flat paper sponge, but just run it under the tap, to watch it transform into a full-size sponge. After use, you can simply pop it in the washing machine, to use again.
Eco-Friendly Cleaning Cloths
Seep all-purpose cleaning cloths are made from biodegradable cellulose wood pulp, and ideal for all your cleaning jobs.
You can use these wet or dry (as polishing cloths) and each cloth is a different colour, so you don’t accidentally clean your bedside table with one used in the bathroom!
After use, reshape the damp cloth and allow to dry naturally (don’t tumble dry not use fabric conditioner, this will reduce absorbency). Sold in packs of 3.
Each cloth is very absorbent can take 15 times its own weight in water, so it won’t fall apart (don’t use fabric conditioner if you tumble dry, as it will reduce absorbency).
Seep Rubber Cleaning Gloves (in cardboard packs)
Seep rubber cleaning gloves are good quality, but different from you-know-who, because not only are they are made with natural rubber, but unlike most brands, these are sold in cardboard packs (no plastic). They also have textured fingers, to help you grip things, while washing-up.
Avoid for latex allergies. Use a separate pair for dishwashing, than cleaning. At end of use, cut them up (to speed up biodegradation) and pop in your bin!
Designed with soft lining for extra comfort, each pack includes 3 packs of gloves which should last you a long time. Made ethically in Sri Lanka, choose from small, medium or large sizes (rinse with water after use, dry out between uses, and store away from sunlight (to prevent mould).
The natural rubber is sourced from trees by tapping (like maple syrup, this does not require trees to be chopped down). So does not contribute to deforestation. And this company also donates to reforestation project, to offset the carbon from shipping the rubber from abroad.
Avoid for latex allergies. Use a separate pair for dishwashing, than cleaning. At end of use, cut them up (to speed up biodegradation) and pop in your bin!
