1. Beeswax Coated Cloth
Beeswax coated cloth is starting to become popular amongst those who are trying to cut their plastic usage.
Beeswax Coated Cloth can be used as an alternative to plastic wrap. Instead of wrapping food in plastic wrap, or using plastic wrap as a lid to a container, use a beeswax coated cloth!
A beeswax cloth is easy to clean, better for the environment, and also has a pleasant smell. Often times beeswax cloth is made out of cotton, a cotton cloth mixed with the beeswax coating makes it a breathable material. Making it able to lock in moister and keep any food wrapped in it fresher longer. This also makes the cloth waterproof!
2. Natural fiber cloth
Natural fiber cloth like cotton, hemp, wool, or even bamboo can be used instead of plastic bags. It does not have plastic or any type of polyester in it, so when it decomposes it does not leave any unnatural material behind as pollution.
Natural fiber cloth can also be used for children toy’s. Natural fiber cloth does not contain any harmful chemicals unlike plastic, it is safe to use, versatile, and compostable!
3. Platinum Silicone Appliances
Platinum silicone is a good and affordable alternative to use instead of plastic. Platinum silicone is a material like plastic, but with more benefits! Some house hold items that you can get that are out of platinum silicone are Tupperware, zip lock bags (reusable), sippy cups, spatulas, oven mits, bowls, and many other kitchen appliances!
Why is platinum silicone better than plastic? Well platinum silicone is better for the environment! Platinum silicone is not made with the same harsh toxic chemicals that plastic is made out of. Ultimately, platinum silicone is healthier to eat off of and store food in. Platinum silicone is heat and weather durable, so when lost or thrown out it will not break down and create micro plastics.
Although heat and weather durable, platinum silicone is still microwave, dishwasher, freezing and storage safe!
All these items can be found on common buying websites like eBay or Amazon. You just have to look!
