Swedish Dishcloths are 70% wood-pulp cellulose and 30% cotton. Wet under tap water, wring out, and wipe surfaces. Pair with Universal Cleaner or Dishwashing Liquid.

What are Swedish Dishcloths & how do I use them?

Rinse and air-dry after every use, sanitise weekly in the dishwasher, boiling water, or on a gentle machine wash, and replace after about three months of daily use.

<article id="tool-swedish-dishcloths-care" class="promo-article"><p><strong>TL;DR:</strong> Rinse and wring your <a href="https://koh.com/products/swedish-dishcloths-4pk" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="color:#085041; text-decoration:none;"><strong>Swedish Dishcloth</strong></a> after each use, then hang or lay flat to air-dry. Sanitise weekly in the dishwasher, by boiling, or on a gentle 30&#xB0;C machine wash. Each cloth lasts about 3 months of daily use, then composts at end of life.</p><p style="font-size:11px; color:#0F6E56; margin:0 0 1rem;">Last reviewed: April 2026</p><div style="display:grid; grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit, minmax(220px, 1fr)); gap:10px; margin:1rem 0;"><div style="margin:0;"><a href="https://koh.com/products/swedish-dishcloths-4pk" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><img src="https://koh.com/cdn/shop/files/1.Koh_Tools_Still_Swedish-Dishcloth_4d808196-066d-4332-a999-1a98d81cd73d.jpg?width=400" alt="Koh Swedish Dishcloths 4pk" style="width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:12px;" class="fr-fil fr-dib"></a></div><div style="margin:0;"><a href="https://koh.com/products/swedish-dishcloths-4pk" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><img src="https://koh.com/cdn/shop/files/2.Koh_Tools_Hero_Swedish-Dishcloth_2c577eb3-3eaf-4139-bb5f-a1cd18ff5823.jpg?width=400" alt="Koh Swedish Dishcloths in use" style="width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:12px;" class="fr-fil fr-dib"></a></div></div><hr><div itemprop="mainEntity"><h2 itemprop="name" id="after-each-use">How do I clean Swedish Dishcloths after each use?</h2><div itemprop="acceptedAnswer"><p itemprop="text" style="display:none;">Rinse Swedish Dishcloth thoroughly under running water, squeeze out the excess moisture, and hang or lay flat to air-dry. Drying is the most important part. A damp cloth left scrunched up in the sink develops odours quickly, while a properly dried cloth stays fresh for weeks.</p><div style="background:#E1F5EE; border-radius:12px; padding:1rem 1.25rem; margin:1rem 0;"><div style="display:flex; align-items:flex-start; gap:12px; margin-bottom:10px;"><span style="display:inline-flex; align-items:center; justify-content:center; width:24px; height:24px; border-radius:50%; background:#A3D6B1; color:#085041; font-size:11px; font-weight:500; flex-shrink:0;">1</span><p style="font-size:13px; color:#0F6E56; margin:2px 0 0; line-height:1.6;"><strong style="color:#085041;">Rinse thoroughly.</strong> Run under water until it runs clear of food and cleaner residue.</p></div><div style="display:flex; align-items:flex-start; gap:12px; margin-bottom:10px;"><span style="display:inline-flex; align-items:center; justify-content:center; width:24px; height:24px; border-radius:50%; background:#A3D6B1; color:#085041; font-size:11px; font-weight:500; flex-shrink:0;">2</span><p style="font-size:13px; color:#0F6E56; margin:2px 0 0; line-height:1.6;"><strong style="color:#085041;">Squeeze out water.</strong> Don&apos;t twist or wring hard. That breaks the fibres down faster.</p></div><div style="display:flex; align-items:flex-start; gap:12px;"><span style="display:inline-flex; align-items:center; justify-content:center; width:24px; height:24px; border-radius:50%; background:#A3D6B1; color:#085041; font-size:11px; font-weight:500; flex-shrink:0;">3</span><p style="font-size:13px; color:#0F6E56; margin:2px 0 0; line-height:1.6;"><strong style="color:#085041;">Air-dry properly.</strong> Hang over a tap, lay flat on the edge of the sink, or peg on a hook. Avoid scrunching it up damp.</p></div></div></div><hr><div itemprop="mainEntity"><h2 itemprop="name" id="how-to-sanitise">How do I sanitise Swedish Dishcloths?</h2><div itemprop="acceptedAnswer"><p itemprop="text" style="display:none;">Three methods work. Place Swedish Dishcloth on the top rack of the dishwasher during a normal cycle. Submerge it in boiling water for 2 to 3 minutes, then air-dry. Or machine wash on a gentle cycle at 30&#xB0;C with Sensitive Laundry Liquid. Skip bleach and fabric softener. Sanitise weekly for a daily-use cloth.</p><div style="display:grid; grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit, minmax(200px, 1fr)); gap:10px; margin:1rem 0;"><div style="background:#E1F5EE; border-radius:12px; padding:1rem 1.25rem; display:flex; flex-direction:column;"><p style="font-size:13px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; margin:0 0 8px;">&#x2713; Dishwasher</p><p style="font-size:13px; color:#0F6E56; margin:0 0 10px; line-height:1.6;">Place on the top rack and run your normal cycle with dishes. Easiest option if you already run the dishwasher daily.</p><div style="display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; gap:6px; margin-top:auto;"><span style="font-size:12px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; background:#A3D6B1; border-radius:20px; padding:3px 10px;">Top rack</span> <span style="font-size:12px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; background:#A3D6B1; border-radius:20px; padding:3px 10px;">Normal cycle</span></div></div><div style="background:#E1F5EE; border-radius:12px; padding:1rem 1.25rem; display:flex; flex-direction:column;"><p style="font-size:13px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; margin:0 0 8px;">&#x2713; Boil</p><p style="font-size:13px; color:#0F6E56; margin:0 0 10px; line-height:1.6;">Submerge in boiling water for 2 to 3 minutes, lift out with tongs, squeeze gently, and hang to air-dry. Fastest deep sanitise.</p><div style="display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; gap:6px; margin-top:auto;"><span style="font-size:12px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; background:#A3D6B1; border-radius:20px; padding:3px 10px;">2 to 3 minutes</span> <span style="font-size:12px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; background:#A3D6B1; border-radius:20px; padding:3px 10px;">Air-dry after</span></div></div><div style="background:#E1F5EE; border-radius:12px; padding:1rem 1.25rem; display:flex; flex-direction:column;"><p style="font-size:13px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; margin:0 0 8px;">&#x2713; Gentle machine wash</p><p style="font-size:13px; color:#0F6E56; margin:0 0 10px; line-height:1.6;">Machine wash at 30&#xB0;C with <a href="https://koh.com/products/sensitive-laundry-liquid" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="color:#085041; text-decoration:none;"><strong>Sensitive Laundry Liquid</strong></a>. No bleach. No fabric softener. No tumble dryer. Air-dry flat to keep its shape.</p><div style="display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; gap:6px; margin-top:auto;"><span style="font-size:12px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; background:#A3D6B1; border-radius:20px; padding:3px 10px;">30&#xB0;C max</span> <span style="font-size:12px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; background:#A3D6B1; border-radius:20px; padding:3px 10px;">No bleach</span></div></div></div></div><hr><div itemprop="mainEntity"><h2 itemprop="name" id="how-long-do-they-last">How long do Swedish Dishcloths last?</h2><div itemprop="acceptedAnswer"><p itemprop="text" style="display:none;">Up to 3 months of daily use per cloth. Cellulose fibres naturally break down over time, so proper care extends Swedish Dishcloth to its full lifespan rather than beyond it. A 4-pack gives you roughly a year of cloths if you rotate through the set. At end of life, cut into strips and add to your compost or green waste bin to break down naturally.</p><div style="display:grid; grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit, minmax(220px, 1fr)); gap:10px; margin:1rem 0;"><div style="background:#E1F5EE; border-radius:12px; padding:1rem 1.25rem; display:flex; flex-direction:column;"><p style="font-size:13px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; margin:0 0 8px;">Lifespan</p><p style="font-size:13px; color:#0F6E56; margin:0 0 10px; line-height:1.6;">Each cloth lasts up to 3 months of daily use. Rotate through the 4-pack and you&apos;ll get roughly a year before you need to restock.</p><div style="display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; gap:6px; margin-top:auto;"><span style="font-size:12px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; background:#A3D6B1; border-radius:20px; padding:3px 10px;">Up to 3 months</span> <span style="font-size:12px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; background:#A3D6B1; border-radius:20px; padding:3px 10px;">Daily use</span></div></div><div style="background:#FAEEDA; border-radius:12px; padding:1rem 1.25rem; display:flex; flex-direction:column;"><p style="font-size:13px; font-weight:500; color:#633806; margin:0 0 8px;">&#x26A0; Time to replace</p><p style="font-size:13px; color:#854F0B; margin:0 0 10px; line-height:1.6;">Thinning, tearing, loss of absorbency, or a lingering smell that won&apos;t rinse out. Cut the worn cloth into strips and add to compost, then start the next one in the pack.</p><div style="display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; gap:6px; margin-top:auto;"><span style="font-size:12px; font-weight:500; color:#633806; background:#FFF36E; border-radius:20px; padding:3px 10px;">Thinning</span> <span style="font-size:12px; font-weight:500; color:#633806; background:#FFF36E; border-radius:20px; padding:3px 10px;">Tearing</span> <span style="font-size:12px; font-weight:500; color:#633806; background:#FFF36E; border-radius:20px; padding:3px 10px;">Lingering odour</span></div></div></div><div style="background:#E1F5EE; border-radius:12px; padding:1rem 1.25rem; margin:1rem 0;"><p style="font-size:13px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; margin:0 0 8px;">&#x2713; Compostable end of life</p><p style="font-size:13px; color:#0F6E56; margin:0 0 10px; line-height:1.6;">Made from 70% cellulose and 30% cotton with no synthetic plastics or microfibres. When the cloth wears out, cut it into strips and add to your home compost or green waste bin. Breaks down naturally within 24 weeks. No microplastic shedding.</p><div style="display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; gap:6px;"><span style="font-size:12px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; background:#A3D6B1; border-radius:20px; padding:3px 10px;">Home compost</span> <span style="font-size:12px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; background:#A3D6B1; border-radius:20px; padding:3px 10px;">Green waste</span> <span style="font-size:12px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; background:#A3D6B1; border-radius:20px; padding:3px 10px;">Microplastic free</span></div></div></div><hr><div style="display:grid; grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit, minmax(220px, 1fr)); gap:10px; margin:1rem 0;"><div style="display:flex; flex-direction:column;"><a href="https://koh.com/products/swedish-dishcloths-4pk" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><img src="https://koh.com/cdn/shop/files/3.Koh_Tools_BA_Swedish-Dishcloth_b39b2121-ed6c-463b-a502-022de82a7237.jpg?width=400" alt="Koh Swedish Dishcloths 4pk" style="width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:12px 12px 0 0;" class="fr-fil fr-dib"></a><div style="background:#E1F5EE; padding:1rem 1.25rem; border-radius:0 0 12px 12px; flex:1; display:flex; flex-direction:column;"><p style="font-size:13px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; margin:0 0 4px;">Need a fresh set?</p><p style="font-size:12px; color:#0F6E56; margin:0 0 10px; line-height:1.5;">A 4-pack of <a href="https://koh.com/products/swedish-dishcloths-4pk" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="color:#085041; text-decoration:none;"><strong>Swedish Dishcloths</strong></a> gives you roughly a year of reusable, compostable cloths.</p><div style="display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; gap:8px; margin-top:auto;"><a href="https://koh.com/products/swedish-dishcloths-4pk" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="display:inline-block; font-size:12px; font-weight:700; color:#000000; text-decoration:none; background:#ffffff; border:1.5px solid #000000; border-radius:20px; padding:5px 14px;">View product</a><a href="https://koh.com/cart/add?id=40524503515208&amp;quantity=1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="display:inline-block; font-size:12px; font-weight:700; color:#ffffff; text-decoration:none; background:#000000; border-radius:20px; padding:6px 14px;">Add to cart</a></div></div></div><div style="display:flex; flex-direction:column;"><a href="https://koh.com/products/sensitive-laundry-liquid" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><img src="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1074/1454/files/PDPCollection_SensitiveLaundryLiquid_Hero_c237bf88-4588-410e-8207-7391cdce9bbc.jpg?width=400" alt="Koh Sensitive Laundry Liquid" style="width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:12px 12px 0 0;" class="fr-fil fr-dib"></a><div style="background:#E1F5EE; padding:1rem 1.25rem; border-radius:0 0 12px 12px; flex:1; display:flex; flex-direction:column;"><p style="font-size:13px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; margin:0 0 4px;">For machine washing</p><p style="font-size:12px; color:#0F6E56; margin:0 0 10px; line-height:1.5;"><a href="https://koh.com/products/sensitive-laundry-liquid" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="color:#085041; text-decoration:none;"><strong>Sensitive Laundry Liquid</strong></a> is gentle on cellulose fibres so it won&apos;t break the cloth down faster.</p><div style="display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; gap:8px; margin-top:auto;"><a href="https://koh.com/products/sensitive-laundry-liquid" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="display:inline-block; font-size:12px; font-weight:700; color:#000000; text-decoration:none; background:#ffffff; border:1.5px solid #000000; border-radius:20px; padding:5px 14px;">View product</a><a href="https://koh.com/cart/add?id=40784068214856&amp;quantity=1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="display:inline-block; font-size:12px; font-weight:700; color:#ffffff; text-decoration:none; background:#000000; border-radius:20px; padding:6px 14px;">Add to cart</a></div></div></div><div style="display:flex; flex-direction:column;"><a href="https://koh.com/pages/koh-perks" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><img src="https://koh.com/cdn/shop/files/Loyalty-Banner-DESKTOP-2_1920x.jpg?width=400" alt="Join Koh Perks" style="width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:12px 12px 0 0;" class="fr-fil fr-dib"></a><div style="background:#E1F5EE; padding:1rem 1.25rem; border-radius:0 0 12px 12px; flex:1; display:flex; flex-direction:column;"><p style="font-size:13px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; margin:0 0 4px;">Save more on every order</p><p style="font-size:12px; color:#0F6E56; margin:0 0 10px; line-height:1.5;">Join Koh Perks for rewards on every order. 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How do I clean, dry, and care for them so they last?

Safe on stainless steel, glass, mirrors, ceramic, porcelain, stone and laminate benchtops, sealed timber, appliance exteriors, and microwave interiors. Soft fibres won't scratch.

<article id="tool-swedish-dishcloths-surfaces" class="promo-article"><p><strong>TL;DR:</strong> <a href="https://koh.com/products/swedish-dishcloths-4pk" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="color:#085041; text-decoration:none;"><strong>Swedish Dishcloths</strong></a> are gentle enough for delicate finishes and effective on everyday grime. Safe on stainless steel, glass, mirrors, ceramic, porcelain, stone and laminate benchtops, sealed timber, appliance exteriors, and microwave interiors. Non-abrasive cellulose and cotton fibres won&apos;t scratch.</p><p style="font-size:11px; color:#0F6E56; margin:0 0 1rem;">Last reviewed: April 2026</p><div style="display:grid; grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit, minmax(220px, 1fr)); gap:10px; margin:1rem 0;"><div style="margin:0;"><a href="https://koh.com/products/swedish-dishcloths-4pk" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><img src="https://koh.com/cdn/shop/files/2.Koh_Tools_Hero_Swedish-Dishcloth_2c577eb3-3eaf-4139-bb5f-a1cd18ff5823.jpg?width=400" alt="Koh Swedish Dishcloths in use" style="width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:12px;" class="fr-fil fr-dib"></a></div><div style="margin:0;"><a href="https://koh.com/products/swedish-dishcloths-4pk" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><img src="https://koh.com/cdn/shop/files/3.Koh_Tools_BA_Swedish-Dishcloth_b39b2121-ed6c-463b-a502-022de82a7237.jpg?width=400" alt="Koh Swedish Dishcloths before and after" style="width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:12px;" class="fr-fil fr-dib"></a></div></div><hr><div itemprop="mainEntity"><h2 itemprop="name" id="safe-surfaces">Which surfaces are Swedish Dishcloths safe on?</h2><div itemprop="acceptedAnswer"><p itemprop="text" style="display:none;">Swedish Dishcloths are safe on most household hard surfaces: stainless steel, glass, mirrors, ceramic tile, porcelain sinks, stone and laminate benchtops, sealed timber, appliance exteriors, and microwave interiors. Soft cellulose and cotton fibres wipe without scratching delicate finishes. Pair with Universal Cleaner for sealed surfaces, or use damp with plain water on glass and mirrors.</p><div style="display:grid; grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit, minmax(200px, 1fr)); gap:10px; margin:1rem 0;"><div style="background:#E1F5EE; border-radius:12px; padding:1rem 1.25rem; display:flex; flex-direction:column;"><p style="font-size:13px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; margin:0 0 8px;">&#x2713; Stainless steel</p><p style="font-size:13px; color:#0F6E56; margin:0 0 10px; line-height:1.6;">Fridges, dishwashers, rangehoods, sinks, and splashbacks. Wipes off fingerprints and water spots without leaving swirl marks.</p><div style="display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; gap:6px; margin-top:auto;"><span style="font-size:12px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; background:#A3D6B1; border-radius:20px; padding:3px 10px;">Won&apos;t scratch</span> <span style="font-size:12px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; background:#A3D6B1; border-radius:20px; padding:3px 10px;">Streak-free</span></div></div><div style="background:#E1F5EE; border-radius:12px; padding:1rem 1.25rem; display:flex; flex-direction:column;"><p style="font-size:13px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; margin:0 0 8px;">&#x2713; Glass and mirrors</p><p style="font-size:13px; color:#0F6E56; margin:0 0 10px; line-height:1.6;">Windows, bathroom mirrors, shower screens, and glass splashbacks. Pair with <a href="https://koh.com/products/universal-cleaner-2l" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="color:#085041; text-decoration:none;"><strong>Universal Cleaner</strong></a> for a streak-free finish.</p><div style="display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; gap:6px; margin-top:auto;"><span style="font-size:12px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; background:#A3D6B1; border-radius:20px; padding:3px 10px;">Windows</span> <span style="font-size:12px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; background:#A3D6B1; border-radius:20px; padding:3px 10px;">Mirrors</span></div></div><div style="background:#E1F5EE; border-radius:12px; padding:1rem 1.25rem; display:flex; flex-direction:column;"><p style="font-size:13px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; margin:0 0 8px;">&#x2713; Benchtops</p><p style="font-size:13px; color:#0F6E56; margin:0 0 10px; line-height:1.6;">Sealed stone, laminate, solid-surface, and sealed timber. Skip harsh scourers and use <a href="https://koh.com/products/universal-cleaner-2l" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="color:#085041; text-decoration:none;"><strong>Universal Cleaner</strong></a> for daily wipe-downs.</p><div style="display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; gap:6px; margin-top:auto;"><span style="font-size:12px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; background:#A3D6B1; border-radius:20px; padding:3px 10px;">Stone</span> <span style="font-size:12px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; background:#A3D6B1; border-radius:20px; padding:3px 10px;">Laminate</span> <span style="font-size:12px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; background:#A3D6B1; border-radius:20px; padding:3px 10px;">Sealed timber</span></div></div><div style="background:#E1F5EE; border-radius:12px; padding:1rem 1.25rem; display:flex; flex-direction:column;"><p style="font-size:13px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; margin:0 0 8px;">&#x2713; Ceramic and porcelain</p><p style="font-size:13px; color:#0F6E56; margin:0 0 10px; line-height:1.6;">Tiled walls, tiled floors, porcelain sinks, and glazed finishes. Safe on grout lines. Won&apos;t etch glazes or dull the surface.</p><div style="display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; gap:6px; margin-top:auto;"><span style="font-size:12px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; background:#A3D6B1; border-radius:20px; padding:3px 10px;">Tile</span> <span style="font-size:12px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; background:#A3D6B1; border-radius:20px; padding:3px 10px;">Sinks</span> <span style="font-size:12px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; background:#A3D6B1; border-radius:20px; padding:3px 10px;">Glazes</span></div></div><div style="background:#E1F5EE; border-radius:12px; padding:1rem 1.25rem; display:flex; flex-direction:column;"><p style="font-size:13px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; margin:0 0 8px;">&#x2713; Appliance exteriors</p><p style="font-size:13px; color:#0F6E56; margin:0 0 10px; line-height:1.6;">Fridges, ovens, dishwashers, microwaves, and rangehoods. Works across stainless, painted, and plastic finishes.</p><div style="display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; gap:6px; margin-top:auto;"><span style="font-size:12px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; background:#A3D6B1; border-radius:20px; padding:3px 10px;">Stainless</span> <span style="font-size:12px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; background:#A3D6B1; border-radius:20px; padding:3px 10px;">Painted</span> <span style="font-size:12px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; background:#A3D6B1; border-radius:20px; padding:3px 10px;">Plastic</span></div></div><div style="background:#E1F5EE; border-radius:12px; padding:1rem 1.25rem; display:flex; flex-direction:column;"><p style="font-size:13px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; margin:0 0 8px;">&#x2713; Microwave interiors</p><p style="font-size:13px; color:#0F6E56; margin:0 0 10px; line-height:1.6;">Soft enough for the painted interior and glass turntable. Wipe down food splatters with warm water or <a href="https://koh.com/products/universal-cleaner-2l" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="color:#085041; text-decoration:none;"><strong>Universal Cleaner</strong></a>.</p><div style="display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; gap:6px; margin-top:auto;"><span style="font-size:12px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; background:#A3D6B1; border-radius:20px; padding:3px 10px;">Glass safe</span> <span style="font-size:12px; font-weight:500; color:#085041; background:#A3D6B1; border-radius:20px; padding:3px 10px;">Painted safe</span></div></div></div></div><hr><div itemprop="mainEntity"><h2 itemprop="name" id="spot-test-surfaces">Which surfaces need a spot test first?</h2><div itemprop="acceptedAnswer"><p itemprop="text" style="display:none;">Painted cabinets, freshly painted walls, unsealed stone, and unsealed timber. Wring Swedish Dishcloth out well so it&apos;s only slightly damp, then spot test in an inconspicuous area first. Excess water can soak into unsealed surfaces or react with fresh paint. What matters more is the water volume and the cleaner you pair with.</p><div style="display:grid; grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit, minmax(220px, 1fr)); gap:10px; margin:1rem 0;"><div style="background:#FAEEDA; border-radius:12px; padding:1rem 1.25rem; display:flex; flex-direction:column;"><p style="font-size:13px; font-weight:500; color:#633806; margin:0 0 8px;">&#x26A0; Painted cabinets and walls</p><p style="font-size:13px; color:#854F0B; margin:0 0 10px; line-height:1.6;">Safe to use, but wring well to avoid drips running down the surface. Spot test in a hidden corner first, especially on freshly painted or satin finishes.</p><div style="display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; gap:6px; margin-top:auto;"><span style="font-size:12px; font-weight:500; color:#633806; background:#FFF36E; border-radius:20px; padding:3px 10px;">Wring well</span> <span style="font-size:12px; font-weight:500; color:#633806; background:#FFF36E; border-radius:20px; padding:3px 10px;">Spot test first</span></div></div><div style="background:#FAEEDA; border-radius:12px; padding:1rem 1.25rem; display:flex; flex-direction:column;"><p style="font-size:13px; font-weight:500; color:#633806; margin:0 0 8px;">&#x26A0; Unsealed stone and timber</p><p style="font-size:13px; color:#854F0B; margin:0 0 10px; line-height:1.6;">Raw marble, limestone, and unsealed timber floors can absorb water and stain. 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