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How to Use

It's as easy as wet, use, rinse, and hang. Here's your complete guide to getting the most out of every cloth.

Whether you just got your first pack or you're a seasoned pro, here's everything you need to know to get the most out of your Harps & Seb Swedish dishcloths.

Wet It to Soften
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Wet It to Soften

Your dishcloth will feel stiff and flat right out of the package — that's totally normal! It's the natural cellulose doing its thing.

Simply run it under water and watch the magic happen. In seconds, it transforms into a soft, flexible, ready-to-use cloth. Give it a gentle squeeze to remove excess water and you're good to go.

Pro tip: The very first time you wet your cloth, it may take a few extra seconds to fully soften. After that first use, it'll soften up instantly every time.
Use It Like a Paper Towel
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Use It Like a Paper Towel

Now just use it the way you'd use a regular paper towel or sponge — wipe, scrub, absorb, repeat. The 3D diamond grippy surface makes cleaning easy, and it absorbs up to 20x its weight in liquid.

Use it with just water for everyday wipe-downs, or pair it with your favorite cleaning spray for tougher jobs. It's compatible with any cleaning product you already use.

Pro tip: For really wet spills, just wring it out over the sink and go back for more. One cloth can handle a surprising amount of liquid!
Rinse, Wring & Hang
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Rinse, Wring & Hang

When you're done cleaning, give your cloth a quick rinse under the faucet with a little soap (or just water if it wasn't a messy job). Wring out the excess water.

Then hang it to dry using the convenient clip that comes with every pack. This is key — hanging it up lets it dry quickly, which prevents bacteria and keeps it fresh.

Pro tip: The clip is a game-changer. Hang it on your faucet, cabinet handle, or anywhere nearby so it's always within reach and drying between uses.
Deep Clean (About Once a Week)
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Deep Clean (About Once a Week)

After a particularly messy job, or whenever your cloth needs a refresh (about once a week), give it a deep clean. You've got three easy options:

  • Dishwasher — Place it on the top rack and run a normal cycle. Fan favorite!
  • Washing machine — Toss it in with your regular laundry on a warm cycle. Lay flat to dry or tumble dry on low.
  • Microwave — Place it damp in the microwave for 60 seconds to sanitize.

After any of these, your cloth will look and feel like new.

Pro tip: Running it through the dishwasher is the easiest method — just throw it in with your next load of dishes and forget about it.
Compost When It's Time
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Compost When It's Time

One Harps & Seb Swedish dishcloth lasts 6-12 months with regular use, replacing up to 17 rolls of paper towels. You'll know it's time for a new one when you notice thinning or wear.

When your cloth has lived its best life, simply toss it in your compost bin. It's made from 100% natural materials, so it'll break down completely. No landfill waste — just back to the earth.

Pro tip: Most customers like to swap in a new cloth every 2-3 months. Our Subscribe & Save plans deliver fresh cloths on your schedule and save you 10% every time.

Use Them Anywhere

Our customers use them all over the house.

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Kitchen

Dishes, countertops, stovetops, and appliance wipe-downs

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Bathroom

Mirrors, sinks, showers, vanity surfaces, and tubs

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Glass & Mirrors

Streak-free, lint-free cleaning on all glass surfaces

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Spills & Messes

Absorbs 20x its weight — perfect for big and small spills

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Kids & Pets

Sticky hands, messy faces, muddy paws — it handles it all

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Floors & Walls

Scrub marks off walls and mop up floor spills with ease

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