Why and how detergent sheets are better for the environment?
Are you looking to make more sustainable swaps in your home? One of the most powerful things you can do is switch your regular, bulky detergent for plastic free detergent sheets. Get rid of those jumbo plastic containers, filled with synthetic detergent and let our laundry and dishwashing sheets change the way you clean.
Curious as to why and how detergent sheets are better for the environment? Let’s delve into some of the benefits of using Tinkle and how it will transform your cleaning routine into an eco-friendly practice. Save plastic, reduce landfill, protect waterways, cut waste, and support a small business. Read on to find out more.
The Plastic Problem in Australia
Did you know that we’re not great at recycling in Australia? Despite having different bins for recycling and curbside waste pick-up, not a lot of it actually gets recycled.
Here are some stats. According to the latest report by Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO), only 18% of plastic packaging was recycled in the past year in Australia. Think about all that remaining plastic sitting in landfill sites, including plastic bottles and containers which take at least 450 years to break down.
It’s a pretty grim picture, but one that we can all do our own bit in reducing. Removing plastic from your home is one of the best ways to combat the environmental degradation happening in Australia from landfill and waste. While there are several ways you can do this, let’s start with your cleaning products. Our detergent sheets make more of an impact than you think.
How Can Detergent Sheets Make Your Laundry Routine Greener and Better for the Planet?
If you’re looking to give your cleaning routine a greener overhaul, then detergent sheets are made just for that. As one of the best ways to remove bulky, plastic containers, harmful chemicals and excess waste from the environment, our detergent sheets have plenty of benefits for the planet. Let’s take a look at some of them.
Reduces Bulky, Plastic Packaging
Our detergent sheets come in completely plastic free packaging. This means you can say goodbye to the bulky, hard plastic containers and jugs that regular detergent are sold in and remove them completely from your home. Our sheets are neatly packed in cardboard packaging that is much lighter; both in weight and for the environment.
This means you can store them easily in small spaces and reclaim some precious storage and cupboard space in your laundry and kitchen. And once you’ve finished using our sheets, you won’t have to feel guilty about throwing large plastic containers into landfill. Better for you, better for the planet.
Comes in Biodegradable Packaging
Not only do our detergent sheets get rid of the bulky, plastic containers, but we also take it one step further. Tinkle’s packaging is not only plastic free but also biodegradable. This means that our packaging is made from 100% recyclable cardboard that will break down pretty quickly once it reaches the ground.
You can do one of two things with our packaging once you’ve used all the sheets:
1. Recycle our packaging in your recycling bin at home
2. Rip our packaging up into shreds and bury it in your compost at home (it will breakdown in just a couple of months)
Contains No Harmful Chemicals
Our detergent sheets are made from plant-derived, cruelty free, and vegan ingredients. While our sheets are still tough on stains and dirt, they are soft on skin and the environment, not upsetting the natural ecosystem at play. We’ve used coconut oil-based ingredients as well as natural aromas like lemon, to ensure our sheets do their job without leaking harmful chemicals into the world.
Some regular detergents still contain harmful chemicals like phosphates, chlorine bleach and perfumes, that when getting into our waterways can cause havoc on marine life, natural environments, and the natural balance of the ecosystem.
No Wastage, Use Only What You Need
We know what it’s like when you’re in a hurry and end up tipping way too much detergent into your washing machine. We’ve all been there. But, with the help of our detergent sheets, you only use exactly what you need - no wastage or mess.
Our sheets are designed so that each sheet is perfectly measured for one regular load of washing, so all you have to do is grab a sheet and go. This not only saves you the hassle of measuring detergent, but prevents you from “overdosing”. Overdosing on detergent can actually be more harmful than you think, leading to wastage, a reduction in detergent effectiveness, higher levels of harmful ingredients in wastewater, and excess detergent residue on clothes.
Support a Small Business
We might be a little biassed, but supporting a small business can be incredibly rewarding. But while buying from family businesses like ours is a nice gesture, it can also be better for the environment too.
Large corporations tend to make up most of Australia’s carbon emissions. In fact, Australia’s 10 highest emitters make up nearly half of all emissions in this country, according to the Clean Energy Regulator. With larger production lines and logistical networks, bigger companies contribute much more to greenhouse gas emissions across all industries.
On the other hand, small businesses tend to keep things local, reducing emissions from transport, plus they support other small businesses too, including creators, designers and producers who are small-scale and have lower carbon footprints. Mastercard’s sustainability research last year found that 70% of small businesses in Australia were committed to operating more sustainably, and we’re proud to be a part of that.
