When it came time to update our cleaning cloths, we started with a simple question:
Pancakes or waffles?
For breakfast, we’re impartial.
For cleaning, the answer was obvious.
We went waffles. 🧇
Not because they look nice.
Because they work harder, last longer, and make everyday cleaning feel a little easier.
If you are wondering whether waffle cloths are better than regular cleaning cloths, the short answer is yes. A waffle weave cleaning cloth is designed to lift dirt more effectively, dry faster between uses, and hold up longer than flat cloths or paper towels. That makes them a smarter, reusable option for kitchens, bathrooms, and everyday surfaces.
Why waffle cloths are better for cleaning.
At first glance, a cloth is a cloth. But the way it is woven makes a bigger difference than you might think.
Our waffle weave cleaning cloths have raised pockets that create more surface area than a flat cloth. Those pockets help lift and trap dirt, grease, and residue instead of pushing it around. The result is fewer re wipes and a cleaner surface with less effort.
That same structure also makes waffle cloths stronger and more durable. The waffle weave helps the cloths hold their shape and cleaning power over time, even with regular use and repeated washing. Many customers tell us they last far longer than the cloths they replaced, without losing effectiveness.
Because they last longer and keep performing, waffle cloths often work out cheaper over time than replacing low quality cloths or paper towels again and again.
The open waffle pattern also allows air to circulate more easily through the cloth, helping it dry faster between uses. Faster drying means less lingering moisture, which helps reduce odour build up. It is a small detail, but one you will notice day to day, especially in busy kitchens and bathrooms.
The cloths also come in multiple colours so they can be assigned by task or room. One for the kitchen. One for the bathroom. One for general surfaces. This simple system helps reduce the risk of cross contamination and removes the mental maths of wondering where that cloth was last used.
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“These are really beautiful quality and the price is just so ridiculously cheap for the quality. It’s so great to find a company that does a particular thing and they do it really really well.” — Wendy.
“These soft cloths are incredibly useful. Easily washed, dry super fast and clean up just about anything. Try them, they’re great.” — Nicki W.
Should you switch to waffle cloths?
If you are using flat cloths that smear messes, stay damp, or smell after one use, switching to waffle cloths is worth it.
Waffle weave cleaning cloths are better suited to daily cleaning because they clean more effectively, dry faster, and last longer. They are especially useful in kitchens and bathrooms, where hygiene and odour matter most.
Nothing else about your setup needs to change.
These waffle cloths now come standard in all relevant Skipper bundles, fitting straight into the routine you already know. Same bottles. Same refills. Same habits. Just a smarter, longer lasting cleaning cloth doing more of the work underneath.
They pair especially well with our Universal Cleaner refills. Add water, drop in a tab, let it dissolve, shake once, and you are good to go on most hard surfaces.
How to get the most out of waffle cleaning cloths.
A few simple habits can help you get even more from your cloths.
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Slightly damp works best
Waffle cloths clean best when lightly damp, not dripping wet. A light mist helps the fibres grab grease and dust instead of smearing it around. If the cloth is soaking, you lose the benefit of the weave. -
Skip fabric softener
Fabric softener coats the fibres and reduces their cleaning power. Wash with regular detergent only, cold or warm. Air drying helps the cloth last longer and clean better. -
Fold it, don’t bunch it
Fold your cloth into quarters. You get eight clean sides before it needs washing. Rotate sides as you go instead of reaching for a fresh cloth mid clean.
For breakfast, we’ll stay neutral.
For cleaning?
Team waffle, all the way.
— The Skipper Crew.
