Tired of kitchen roll? Try these sustainable alternatives for a greener home
In many households, kitchen roll is the go-to solution for a quick and easy clean up. In fact, a survey conducted by Statista indicates that 87% of UK households use kitchen roll. While it’s convenient, traditional kitchen roll is not the most eco-friendly choice.
If you’re looking to reduce your environmental impact without sacrificing convenience, we’ve rounded up some of the best sustainable alternatives to kitchen roll. From reusable bamboo towels to cotton rolls, these options are not only good for your home but also for the planet.
Our favourite eco-friendly kitchen roll alternatives
There’s a lot on the market when it comes to eco-conscious alternatives. From bamboo rolls to reusable cloth rolls, there’s a lot of excellent products out there to suit your needs, be friendlier on the environment and affordable. Here are a few of our favourites:
Ecoegg Bamboo Towels
Have you tried our Ecoegg Bamboo Towels yet? They’re eco-friendly and reusable. Our Bamboo Towels are made from 100% sustainable sources, completely plastic free and one sheet can be reused up to 85 times! All you need to do is pop them in your washing machine after use, leave them out to dry and you’re ready for round two! One roll lasts for a money saving 1,700 uses! Currently half price at £3.99
Not sure how to use your bamboo towels? Check out our blog ‘10 Ways to use your Ecoegg Bamboo Towels’ for some tips and inspiration.
Marley’s Monsters
Marley’s Monsters offers UNpaper towels, made from soft, absorbent cotton. These reusable sheets are perfect for wiping up spills, cleaning surfaces and can even be used as napkins. Conveniently rolled onto a tube for easy storage, their absorbency improves with each wash, making them a long-lasting and sustainable choice.
Plus, with a variety of fun patterns and colours available, these wonderous sheets are guaranteed to bring a little more joy and personality to your kitchen while helping you reduce waste. You can purchase a starter pack of 12 sheets for £31.22 and purchase additional refills for £16.43 for a pack of six.
re:gn
re:gn offers both Reusable Bamboo Paper Towels and Reusable Cotton Kitchen Roll, providing a great alternative for those who are new to eco-friendly options. With affordable prices, re:gn makes it easy to switch to sustainable products without breaking the bank. The Reusable Bamboo Paper Towels are £6.99 per roll and the Reusable Cotton Kitchen Roll is £6.90 for a pack of 7 sheets.
If you decide to have a mooch on their website, you’ll discover a wide selection of other eco-conscious items to help reduce your environmental footprint.
Serious Tissues
Sustainable and UK-made kitchen roll. Completely recycled kitchen rolls available on a subscription or one-off purchase basis. If you’re not ready to say goodbye to kitchen rolls, this is a great alternative that’s a little more environmentally friendly.
You can choose between a six pack, which for a one-time purchase would cost you £18.50 or £16.55 if you subscribe the subscription service. Or you could choose the pack of 12 which would cost you £26 for a one-time purchase or £23.40 if you opt for the subscription service.
Switching to eco-friendly kitchen roll alternatives is a small change that can have a big impact on the planet. Whether you opt for reusable bamboo towels, cotton-based alternatives, or sustainable bamboo kitchen rolls, these options are better for the environment and just as convenient as traditional kitchen roll.
Ready to make the switch? You can purchase our Bamboo Towels here.