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Old 10-10-2009, 08:34 AM   #1
Question Are you still using Paper Towels? What kind?  
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Are you still spending money on paper towels? What Kind do you use?

I am still guilty of buying paper towels, I have however started using Flour sack towels also to reduce the usage of the disposable paper towels. They seem to work out great except on really bad messes.

I usually buy whatever is cheapest without getting the kind that just really are a waste of money. I guess it is usually, Viva, Sparkle, Bounty. Depends on price and coupons that I may have.
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Old 10-10-2009, 08:40 AM   #2
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Yes. I buy the select-a-size Brawny or Bounty. I use them mostly when the kids are sick or we have a spill or accident. I only buy two rolls at a time, they usually last me awhile.
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Old 10-10-2009, 08:41 AM   #3
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I do use paper towels, but only the select-a-size, so they last a little longer. Our grocery store has a good generic brand, but I really like bounty or brawny. They seem to last a little longer. I only use them to wipe down the counter, though. I "really" make them last.
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Old 10-10-2009, 10:30 AM   #4
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Yes, as there are too many messes that I don't want to clean up with a towel but would prefer a more disposable towel. I buy mine in bulk from Costco...Kirkland's select-a-size brand
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Old 10-10-2009, 10:34 AM   #5
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Yes, I do buy paper towels. I prefer them for some things over rags. I run the prices, but typically the big pack at BJ's is the cheapest for me.
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Old 10-10-2009, 10:38 AM   #6
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I'll buy the big package from Costco and it will last me ... shoot, a long time.
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Old 10-10-2009, 03:19 PM   #7
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I buy 7th Generation paper towels, and one roll lasts us at least six months, sometimes longer.
For most messes, I use rags and/or a mop.
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Guilty of buying those - with a toddler who has throws stuff - it is much easier. I buy only Viva paper towels - love it. These are more like cloth, than paper.
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I have babysit two days a week and with cold and flu season upon is. I have replaced the hand towel in the bathroom with a paper towel holder and paper towels to keep germs at bay.
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I buy Bounty select a size. I only use them to clean up anything I don't want ending up in my washing machine and septic tank.
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