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Paper towels are aconvenient cleaning tool, but theyre not always suitable for every surface or task.
Glass
Paper towels might seem safe for cleaning glass, but theyre far from your best option.
Paper towels tend to leave a linty residue, making glass furniture, windows, andmirrors look dusty.
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First, microfiber cloths are non-abrasive, trap dust, and are much more eco-friendly than paper towels.
They wont harm glass or mirrors, and they won’t leave any residue.
However, the ink might stain your hands, so always wear gloves during the task.
Lastly,a squeegeewill also give glass a streak-free shine and is ideal forcleaning hard-to-reach spots.
Fortunately, stainless steel responds well to microfiber cloths.
If you are dealing with stubborn marks, use a soft cloth and a commercial stainless-steel cleaner.
Nonstick Cookware
Cleaningmessy cookware, including nonstick pots and pans, can be challenging.
Paper towels on smooth, nonstick surfaces might only smear grease instead of lifting and removing it.
Similarly to wood, paper towels can eventually etch tears into leather, causing premature wear and tear.
They can also cause leather to dry out and dull.
Keep your leather furniture looking its best by using a soft cloth and a specialty leather cleaner.
Electronics
Avoid using paper towels to clean computer andTV screens, camera lenses, and even your cars dashboard.
They can leave behind lint and potentially scratch these fragile surfaces.
Since these items are usually an investment, its worth it to clean them the proper way.
