〜I use Andre Jardin dishcloths.〜

Today, I'd like to introduce Andree Jardin dishcloths, along with my honest impressions.

At home, we use these cloths daily in the kitchen to wipe down sinks, induction cooktops, and tables. (They serve as our dishcloths.)

Before, when I used a dishcloth, I would get bothered by the damp smell, or if it was white, stains would stand out, so I couldn't use it for long and would quickly throw it away.

I also struggled with where to hang the dishcloths to dry, eventually just tossing them over the faucet.

Not only did it look unappealing, but the slow drying was also a source of frustration…

So, I switched to using durable paper towels as dishcloths, getting into the habit of throwing them away as soon as they got dirty.

The damp smell was gone, and there was no need to hang anything to dry, solving my problems.

However, I increasingly felt, "With serious waste and environmental pollution issues, is it okay for me to solve my problems by immediately throwing things away? Isn't that selfish thinking?"

That's when I decided to try using Andree Jardin dishcloths as dishcloths.

While this cloth is labeled "dishcloth" in English, in French, it's described as a "square sponge." Either way, its absorbency is exceptional. It's been incredibly useful as a dishcloth. I've been using the same one continuously since the beginning of this year without throwing it away, and it hasn't deteriorated yet. Its absorbency is still going strong. However, it does require care, such as rinsing it with water after use or washing it with dish soap if it gets heavily soiled. If left wet, it will start to develop that sharp, damp smell. In such cases, I bleach it in a small jar. I used to think bleaching was a hassle, but surprisingly, having a dedicated lidded jar for bleaching makes it less bothersome. (Perhaps using a cute jar helps too.)

However, the need to hang the washed cloth to dry remains. I still just toss it over the sink area. But since it's compact and visually appealing, it blends into the decor better than a "THE dishcloth," so my frustrations have definitely decreased.

This dishcloth is made of cellulose and cotton, and the ink used is natural, so even if it flies away or gets dropped outside, it will all return to the earth. (It's biodegradable.)

Knowing this, I feel a little happy (even if it's only been three and a half months) to be using an environmentally friendly product for an extended period.

And the great thing about this dishcloth is that it's machine washable. If you find hand-washing a hassle, try washing it in a washing machine. I think putting it in a net will make it last longer.

When dry, it's stiff and difficult to use, so please wet it first, wring it out firmly, and then start wiping.

I plan to continue using it multiple times every day to see how long it lasts and share my findings with you all.