Comments on: Skoy cloths: they’re plastic-free and save many, many paper towels.

By: Michelle Lundqvist

Michelle Lundqvist — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 01:30:44 +0000

Hi Beth! Michelle here from Skoy – just checked back and read some comments. Two things. Twist sponge cloth is made in China – they have one product made in Mexico and try to use that as where “all” their products are made. I am sorry about the plastic from Amazon, but when we found out – we contacted them and explained the importance of no plastic and now they are shipping plastic-free. All my best…

By: Beth Terry

Beth Terry — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 03:55:45 +0000

Hi. As I recall, Twist does come in plastic packaging. But double check. Also, someone told me that she ordered Skoy cloths through Amazon and they came packaged in plastic. But if you get them directly from Skoy, there is no plastic.

By: kanishka

kanishka — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 02:56:28 +0000

thinking about switching to skoy. if i remember right, the twist loofah sponge i buy does not come in plastic packaging.

for materials used, i’m not sure which one is better.

for production process, based on skoy’s claim, they win.

“2. Twist’s products are made in China and SKOY in Germany. Our factory is leaps and bounds above on environmental awareness.”

correction, from what i see on the web, twist is made in mexico. and they try to support their workers. from a workers right stand point, Germany has a stronger record.

from resources used in shipping from factory to usa, looks like twist wins.

i’ll probably go with skoy based on German worker’s rights and claims about cleaner production method.

By: Nikki

Nikki — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 20:29:45 +0000

A friend (thanks MaryAnne) sent one of these great cloths home with my husband from church… (to say the angels sang “Alleluiah” would be lyin’, and just because I’m not Catholic, doesn’t meant that I don’t still wanna go to heaven) … BUT I did love it, and I will keep passing on the great news of this product!

By: stella

stella — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 05:37:55 +0000

I’ve wondered how good these are.Totally agree. Thanks for sharing that.

By: Berry

Berry — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 18:01:15 +0000

Hi,
I gave up using paper towels over a year ago. We use cloth napkins, wipes, etc for cleaning ourselves up. I have a kitchen rag I use to wipe up spills. If I have to wipe the floor, I use it and then start a new one.

Regarding Kim's question about what to use on greasy items (oiling cast iron, bacon grease, etc)-I use a tea towel designated for oil. Then I wash it in hot soapy water in my sink, rinse it out, then simply wash it with other towels in the regular wash. I DO use hot water for towels (and underwear/socks and diapers). Everything else is on cold water. I've never had a problem with grease transferring to other items.

By: Fake Plastic Fish

Fake Plastic Fish — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 04:45:00 +0000

Hey Kim. I suggest you email Michelle at Skoy and ask her your question. She’s really nice and responsive. She might have a solution for you.

michelle[at]skoycloth[dot]com

By: Kim

Kim — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 15:08:00 +0000

Thanks.

We don’t have a dishwasher, unless you count my kids :) I was just wondering what other people were doing since this is the last area that we really use paper towels in. I’ve tried the soaking method but the grease and oil still tends to transfer to the sheets and other towels that the greasy stuff is washed with. I guess we’ll just continue to use regular paper towels for these few things.

By: Fake Plastic Fish

Fake Plastic Fish — Sun, 26 Oct 2008 08:19:00 +0000

Hi Kim. You can put Skoy cloths in the dishwasher. I’m wondering if that would be better than the laundry since the dishwasher already contains greasy dishes? You could also keep a bucket of soapy water for soaking them beforehand.

By: Kim

Kim — Sat, 25 Oct 2008 16:17:00 +0000

This might be a silly question but I was wondering what you do for greasy foods? I use paper towels for oiling my cast iron and for greasy food because I cannot figure out a substitute. Using rags for this kind of thing just doesn’t work since I can’t wash them with the rest of my laundry.