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How to Properly Clean Out Bamboo Straws Maintain the sustainability of your bamboo straw with upkeep so that it lasts you years like it is supposed to Steps for how to clean out your bamboo straw In order to sustain the life of your environmentally sustainable bamboo straw, it is recommended that you at least rinse it out after it is used.  Try to refrain from running your bamboo straw through a dishwasher. The machine uses high temperature heat that will diminish the strength of the straw.  Running hot water through it, or shaking it up in a warm, soapy mixture can also do the trick. Here are some simple steps to give it a nice deep -clean. These care instructions, on how to wash the bamboo straw, should be performed about once a month to prevent bacterial build-up.  Step 1. Bring a pot of water to a boil. Make sure pot is large enough to fit the straw into. Step 2. Add in a tablespoon or so of white vinegar to the water. This will help to kill a...

Why Use Bamboo Utensils Have you ever wondered what the benefits of bamboo utensils are? You’re not alone. As consumers around the world have been growing more eco-conscious about the environmental impact of using things made out of plastic, naturally renewable products such as bamboo utensils have been growing in popularity. What Are the Benefits of Bamboo Utensils? 1. Environmentally Friendly  The first benefit of bamboo utensils is the environmental benefits of bamboo. Bamboo is a highly renewable extremely fast-growing natural material. This makes it ideal for utensils and other cooking equipment, since it can be so easily produced without even killing the plant. It is also biodegradable which makes it great for disposable utensil sets.  2. Strong and Durable Utensils  The second awesome benefit of bamboo utensils, is that they are strong and durable. Bamboo is much stronger than traditional woods while also being lightweight. This makes them ideal for ...

Cutting boards comes in different materials such as wood, plastic, glass, marble or granite. But recently, bamboo cutting board has become more in demand as people discover the benefits of bamboo. Below we give you 7 reasons why bamboo cutting boards are the best for you and your kitchen. 1.) Green, Renewable and Eco-Friendly Resource Bamboo is an environmentally sound choice and great alternative to plastic or glass. Bamboo grows extremely fast and is ready to harvest after a few years. After harvest, bamboo does not need to be replanted to regrow which is why bamboo is considered grass and not wood. Knowing that bamboo is easily replenished, purchasing a bamboo cutting board is a decision you can feel great about. 2.) Hard and Durable Bamboo is known to be lightweight but is actually considered stronger and denser than maple, walnut and cherry wood which makes it an excellent choice for a cutting surface. Bamboo is actually 16 percent harder than maple. Having...

Are Bamboo Plates Microwave Safe?  No, microwaving your wooden or bamboo plates could cause them to dry out, and shorten the lifespan of your product. Some customers of ours have claimed there products are fine when microwaving them, but we really would not recommend it!  Check out our wide selection of bamboo plates!