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Are E-cloths safe?

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12 years 2 months ago #1 by Becki Fahs
Are E-cloths safe? was created by Becki Fahs
Prior to find the MomsAware website, I had purchased some E-cloths (cloth with silver woven into the fibers that are reported as being very safe and effective.) I use them with only water, no harmful chemicals are used, and they are washed in just hot water. I am wondering if it is okay to keep using them, as I am committing to live as toxin-free as I can manage. Thanks so much for your help.

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12 years 2 months ago #2 by Andrea Fabry
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This is a great question! I have not researched this....but sure they sure seem fine to me! Definitely much much better than cleaning with all the chemicals!!!!

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10 years 3 months ago #3 by APRIL ANDERSON
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Depending on how you look at the word "safe"

I look at things from the "cradle to the grave" view

The Cradle - These cloths are man-made petroleum based products made of polymide and polyester. (non-renewable resources)

The LIfe - The only thing the "silver" does is stop bacteria from growing on the cloth (hot soapy water will do the same)...it has nothing do with the cleaning process

The Grave - polymide and polyester do not break down and even though some companies tell you to return so that they may recycle you come back to the cradle

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