A Plastic-Free Christmas Kitchen: Simple Swaps for the Big Cook
A Plastic-Free Christmas Kitchen: Simple Swaps for the Big Cook
From gravy splashes to mince-pie crumbs, your festive clean-ups don’t need plastic. Build a cheerful sink setup with cellulose sponges, loofah scourers and Swedish dishcloths—so the kitchen sparkles while waste stays low. That’s the magic of The Better Sponge.
Festive sink checklist
- Loofah Scourer Eco Sponges: non-scratch muscle for roasting tins & trays.
- Magic Pop-Up Sponges: arrive flat (space-saving), expand with water for dish duty.
- Swedish Dishcloths: super-absorbent wipe-ups for counters, spills, and glass.
Hosting hacks (calm, clean & low-waste)
- Stage a ventilated caddy so tools dry fast between courses.
- Colour-code cloths: one for food prep areas, one for table wipe-downs.
- Rinse, squeeze and hang—then weekly wash post-holidays; compost worn pieces.
FAQ
Will loofah scratch enamel roasting dishes?
No—loofah grips grime without gouging. Start gentle; add bicarb on baked-on bits.
How many dishcloths do I need for Christmas lunch?
Keep 3–5 in rotation: two in use (prep & surfaces), the rest clean and ready.
What do I do with worn-out sponges after the holidays?
Cut into strips and home-compost. Plant-based fibres break down in a healthy heap.