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Finum 100 Tea Filters, Small Sale Price: $3.75  |
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Bambu 9-Inch All Occasion single use Veneerware Plates, Package of 8, Natural List Price: Sale Price: $7.95 You save: $2.00 (20%) |
Summer's still in full swing and you know what that means - barbecues, family gatherings, picnics, beach parties, and even more barbecues! This is the time of year that all your good dishware and silverware stay in their cupboards and drawers and you utilize nothing but disposable plates and cutlery. But did you ever consider how much waste that adds up at all the landfills? So many plastic utensils end up piling up landfills and aren't being recycled, because who would even think to recycle that? A better alternative that does the job and is good for the environment that's now catching on in the market is biodegradable cutlery.
Made from corn starch and other biodegradable "plastic" fillers, eco-friendly utensils are on the rise in popularity. Contrary to belief, they will not fall apart on you if you use them in hot items like soups, and they will not break if you use them in cold foods or desserts like ice cream. Biodegradable utensils work like their normal plastic counterparts; the only difference is that they won't pile up in landfills and can even be used in your compost bins.
For the avid gardener who likes to compost, these eco-friendly utensils can be highly beneficial to your garden. After you're done using these utensils, toss them into your compost bin or heap instead of the trash can. In most cases, the packaging that the utensils come in is also biodegradable, which means you can add that into your compost bin, too.
Since they're made out of corn starch and other eco-friendly materials, these biodegradable utensils will not harm your compost heap, adding to your nutrient-rich compost. Do keep in mind that if you plan to toss these utensils into your compost bin that it can take anywhere from six to 18 months for them to fully decompose.
So the next time you're planning your big summer barbecue or food outing, consider using the eco-friendly alternative versus the regular plastic ware. Not only would you be reducing waste at landfills and giving back to the earth's soil, you'll feel good knowing that you're doing your part to protect the earth while enjoying the barbecue.
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Trellis Earth #S-01 - Biodegradable 3-Pc Bagged Utensil Sets - Case of 250 Sets $42.11 |
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Trellis Earth #S-01 - Biodegradable 3-Pc Bagged Utensil Sets - Sleeve of 25 Sets $5.47 |
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Trellis Earth #S-41 - Biodegradable 3-Piece Premium Black Utensil Sets - 25 Sets $6.69 |
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Finum 100 Tea Filters, Small $3.75 Finum Tea Filter size small Up to 4 tea cups finum filters are internationally renown. The variety of sizes give each tea enthusiast the chance to enjoy their tea in their individually preferred manner. Our oxygen bleached paper is famous for its unique true-flavor filtering qualities. They are chlorine free and biodegradable. The double-fold bottom of the filter provides the tea leaves ... |
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Bambu 9-Inch All Occasion single use Veneerware Plates, Package of 8, Natural $7.95 The answer to the paper plate: disposable Bambu Veneerware plates. Great for the table. Great for the ecosystem. Ideal for indoor and outdoor use, these beautiful, sturdy, environmentally friendly bamboo plates provide a sleek alternative to boring.... |
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American Kitchen 10-Piece Stainless Steel Cookware Set $169.99 Regal AK-110 Cookware Set AK-110 Cookware... |
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Birchware Compostable Wooden Spoons 100/pcs. $5.95 In looking for an alternative to disposable plastic utensils Birchware provides the solution. Our products are the perfect solution for eliminating landfill waste while providing you with a unique dining experience. Birchware utensils are manufactured from farmed birch trees and are completely compostable and biodegrade within sixty days.... |
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Birchware Compostable Wooden Forks 100/pcs. $5.95 In looking for an alternative to disposable plastic utensils Birchware provides the solution. Our products are the perfect solution for eliminating landfill waste while providing you with a unique dining experience. Birchware utensils are manufactured from birch trees and completely compost in sixty days.... |
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Baumgartens Corn Starch Spoons, Biodegradable, 100/BX, White $9.95 Baumgartens Products - Corn Starch Spoons, Biodegradable, 100/BX, White - Sold as 1 BXCutlery is made from corn starch. Disposable, biodegradable, compostable cutlery is an environmentally friendly solution without sacrificing quality. Nontoxic cutlery withstands temperatures up to 170 degrees.Sold as 1 BXManufacturer: BaumgartensTotal percentage of recycled content: 0Post Consumer Waste: 0Coun... |
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Jaya CPLA Compostable Cutlery Kit with Napkin, 250-count Boxes $55.40 Made from renewable resources and plant sugars. Sturdy and strong. Heat resistant to 185 degrees. Includes knife fork spoon and napkin. Utensils Type: Tableware/Napkin; Material(s): Crystalized Polylactic Acid; Color(s): Pearl; Grade: N/A.... |