Dish Brush - White Teakwood & Agave Fibre / Replacement Head
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Hang to dry or place in a dry spot after using it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you find your brush head is not staying dry, dip the bristles in vinegar occasionally to help kill bacteria. The white teakwood is naturally antibacterial but the vinegar will help too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue using this brush until the bristles no longer work or the brush head falls apart, then compost or bury in garden or dispose in a green waste bin. Stop using the brush and replace it if you see any mold growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage and Care: \u003c\/strong\u003eTo reduce cracking, keep the wood parts dry and do\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esoak or submerge them in water. \u003cspan\u003eCracking is normal for uncoated brushes if you tend to get the wooden parts very wet. \u003c\/span\u003eYou can oil your brushes to reduce the potential of cracking if you regularly submerge your dish brushes in water. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brush head is fully replaceable so when it's worn out, slide it out from the metal wire and replace the head. Keep reusing the handle until it is worn out. Don't apply undue pressure on the handle or it will break. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReplacing the brush head:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe first time, it is a little stiff to bend the wires and you may need to use a pair of pliers to loosen it. (use caution). The subsequent times, you can use strong fingers to squeeze the wires together, loosen the metal grip, and pop off the brush head. Just slide a new brush head on and replace the metal grip that holds it tight. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnd of life:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once worn out, t\u003cspan\u003ehe wood and agave parts can be composted or buried in the garden, the silver metal parts can be recycled. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it matters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePlastic bristle brushes shed tiny pieces of plastic called micro plastics. Unfortunately these tiny plastic pieces are not filtered out fully by sewage treatment. So when you hear about the \"Great Pacific Garbage Patch\" the majority of this garbage patch in the Pacific Ocean is actually tiny pieces of plastic that aren't even visible to the human eye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese tiny plastic pieces are being eaten by marine animals and ending up in the food chain, being consumed by humans in sushi restaurants around the globe! And if you're vegan, they are ending up in our tap water too. 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It is held together with silver metal wire, and includes a small wire loop at the end for hanging dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReplaces:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eplastic handled dish brushes. Can be used to wash general dishes as well as to loosen stuck on food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLongevity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEach brush head can be used for 1-3 months. Make sure to not submerge or soak the wooden parts in water. Hang to dry or place in a dry spot after using it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you find your brush head is not staying dry, dip the bristles in vinegar occasionally to help kill bacteria. The white teakwood is naturally antibacterial but the vinegar will help too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue using this brush until the bristles no longer work or the brush head falls apart, then compost or bury in garden or dispose in a green waste bin. Stop using the brush and replace it if you see any mold growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage and Care: \u003c\/strong\u003eTo reduce cracking, keep the wood parts dry and do\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esoak or submerge them in water. \u003cspan\u003eCracking is normal for uncoated brushes if you tend to get the wooden parts very wet. \u003c\/span\u003eYou can oil your brushes to reduce the potential of cracking if you regularly submerge your dish brushes in water. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brush head is fully replaceable so when it's worn out, slide it out from the metal wire and replace the head. Keep reusing the handle until it is worn out. Don't apply undue pressure on the handle or it will break. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReplacing the brush head:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe first time, it is a little stiff to bend the wires and you may need to use a pair of pliers to loosen it. (use caution). The subsequent times, you can use strong fingers to squeeze the wires together, loosen the metal grip, and pop off the brush head. Just slide a new brush head on and replace the metal grip that holds it tight. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnd of life:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once worn out, t\u003cspan\u003ehe wood and agave parts can be composted or buried in the garden, the silver metal parts can be recycled. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it matters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePlastic bristle brushes shed tiny pieces of plastic called micro plastics. Unfortunately these tiny plastic pieces are not filtered out fully by sewage treatment. So when you hear about the \"Great Pacific Garbage Patch\" the majority of this garbage patch in the Pacific Ocean is actually tiny pieces of plastic that aren't even visible to the human eye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese tiny plastic pieces are being eaten by marine animals and ending up in the food chain, being consumed by humans in sushi restaurants around the globe! And if you're vegan, they are ending up in our tap water too. Help us turn off the plastic tap and choose a more sustainable option for humans and the planet. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSustainability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFor the wood handle, we do not use the species Teak that is endangered, we use a different species called White Teak wood that is very fast-growing (similar to bamboo) and even considered a weed in some countries because it grows so fast. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAgave Fiber:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Casa Agave™ agave fiber bristles are grown, harvested, sun-dried and processed in Mexico using traditional techniques to ensure a high quality and strong natural fiber. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}