Caboo Tree-Free Bamboo Paper Towels
Paper towels are used daily in the kitchen and around the house, often touching food surfaces and hands. When I choose paper towels, I pay attention to the fiber source and processing, particularly how strength and absorbency are achieved without relying on unnecessary additives.
What I typically avoid
When I’m choosing paper towels, I tend to skip options made with or treated with:
Added fragrances, lotions, or conditioners
Heavy chlorine bleaching
Optical brighteners
High-concern chemical binders used to increase wet strength
Strong chemical or synthetic odors
What I look for instead
I look for paper towels made from plant-based fibers with minimal processing and clear material disclosure. I prioritize options that avoid added fragrances and lotions, use chlorine-free products, and choose fibers that are renewable and responsibly sourced. Bamboo, as a fast-growing grass, often fits well with how I think about paper goods.
Certifications
FSC certified — this indicates responsibly managed fiber sourcing.
Material context
These paper towels are made from sustainable bamboo that does not rely on traditional tree harvesting. Bamboo regrows quickly and uses significantly less water and land than conventional wood pulp sources, supporting a simpler material choice. The towels are designed to be strong and absorbent, without added fragrances, lotions, or heavy chemical processing, keeping the overall material profile straightforward and aligned with a low-tox home perspective.
How I think about this choice
Paper towels don’t need extra ingredients to work well. I focus on using plant-based fibers, minimizing processing steps, and avoiding higher-concern binders so everyday products like this fit naturally into a low-tox home.