The Swedish Dishcloth

Advantages of the Swedish Dishcloth:

1949

How did it start?

In 1949, the civil engineer Curt Lindquist in Norrköping, Sweden, had grown tired of rags that didn’t dry properly. Using a meat grinder, he pressed cellulose, cotton, and salt into a cloth that eventually met his expectations. The Swedish dishcloth was born.

Two manufacturers in the world of the Swedish dishcloth

A German manufacturer was granted a license from Sweden in the mid-1950s, and since then, there have been only two companies in the world producing the Swedish dishcloth. By looking at the back of the dishcloth, you can tell whether it was produced in Sweden or Germany. Diamonds on the back – Germany. Smooth back – Sweden. At TekoTryck, we work closely with both of these manufacturers.

From forest to soil

The dishcloth was invented in Sweden as early as 1949, since then it has formed part of an eco-friendly cycle. It all starts with wood waste from FSC-labelled forests, wish is converted into cellulose in the pulp factory. The voyage then continues into the dishcloth factory where the cellulose is transformed into viscose and mixed with cotton – and then gradually becomes a finished cloth. Once the cloth reaches the end of its service life, it makes its way to the compost, where it decomposes. The journey starts in the forest and ends in the soil. The circle is closed!

There is a dishcloth for every occasion

Swedish Dishcloths vs. Paper Rolls

The Swedish dishcloth is made from 70% cellulose from FSC-certified forests and 30% cotton from textile industry byproducts, making it 100% biodegradable. It absorbs 15 times its own weight and replaces paper rolls — a LOT of paper rolls.

Swedish Dishcloth vs. Washing Machine

Save the environment, energy, the clothes’ lifespan, as well as money, by wiping dirt with a Swedish dishcloth from outdoor clothes, instead of throwing them into a washing machine.

Swedish Dishcloths for Dirty Paws

When a new Swedish dishcloth replaces a well-used one in the kitchen, the used one is perfect to for cleaning dirty dog paws, before ending up in the compost. Use & Reuse!

Swedish Dishcloth Under Your Bicycle Seat

The Swedish dishcloth is perfect for wiping wet bicycle seats. Store it under the seat and you’re always ready. Wet – squeeze – Use and reuse!

Swedish Dishcloth for Wiping Plants

The Swedish dishcloth is ideal for wiping your plants and windowsills. If your plants look wilted, it could be because the leaves are full of dirt and dust, which prevents the plants from accessing the essential chlorophyll. Clean your plants with a real everyday hero.