What's a Swedish Dishcloth? The original Swedish dishcloth material was invented by a Swedish engineer in 1949 and are made from: 70% wood cellulose from FSC certified forests and 30% cotton. Replaces paper towels + sponges* 3,000 tons of paper towels end up in our country’s landfills every day.* One Swedish Dishcloth replaces 17 rolls of paper towels.* It absorbs 20x its weight.* It is far more hygienic than a sponge and won’t crumble or pill.* It air dries quickly, so it doesn’t breed bacteria or smell. Cleans most household surfaces * Perfect for household chores, from cleaning up spills to polishing.* Can be used with just water, soap, or cleaners.* Cleans counter tops, granite, stainless steel and glass.* Cleans virtually streak-free.* Can be washed 200 times* It can be cleaned in the washing machine or in the top rack of the dishwasher.* It can also be boiled or microwaved (when damp) for one minute.* Hang over the faucet or lay flat to air dry. Do not tumble dry. Lasts several months and is biodegradable It is 100% natural and printed with water based inks. You can even compost it!