All the sponges that I ordered are a little damp inside the plastic package. Is this normal? Should i return these?
1121816
that is normal, even with the other ones. the greener pads dont clean like the regular scotch-brite pads. I left feedback
1121817
I don't know why some sponges are damp inside the package. It has never been a problem, i.e., no musty smell. So I would not worry about it.
2050040
They seem to be clean. Honestly, it did not occur to me to wash them because of their appearance but I did use them primarily for baking. I'll try them in water for a change of pace so thank you for that tip!
380632
It may cost more as those sponges are hard to find. You might be better off buying a brand new set.
917248
Not unless there is a lot of moisture in the sponge when wiping! I LOVE theses sponges!
249921
I also haven't had a problem. I've had mine nearly 6 months and it looks practically brand new inside and out. I did have a little discoloration after a few dishes I've prepared. To remedy that, I poured a little baking soda right onto a (not-too-wet) normal sponge, and it scrubbed right out. The baking soda acts as an exfoliant (as well as of course, an odor-removing deodorizer) and provides a nice, soft scrubbing action. rinse it all away. Hand dry.
681611
No these are not already moistened, I just dip them in a cup of water and use, it's a sponge so they absorb liquid.
787887
A sponge ideally needs to be wet to absorb. Counterintuitive, but true. I did not need to "prime" mine, and found they worked right away after getting wet and wringing out. No difference for me whether water is warm or cool.
763183
I clean mine with Hydrogen Peroxide and warm water every night after I have used them (soak them for 15 minutes then rinse with cool water after and lay out to dry) and I usually find that with proper care my sponges last me anywhere from 4-6 menstrual cycles. I LOVE my sea sponges but prefer the ones that are not as soft but somewhat grainier as I feel those absorb better with my heavy flow.
1077085
Matthew, I'm no expert. All I know is that when the packs are dry, feeling like crunchy dry sand when squeezed and pressed and I put them in an air-tight Tupperware box with water in a small container in the box, within a few days they are soft and pliable - having soaked up the humidity/moisture in the enclosed container. Seems you'll have to try a pack and hope they fill your needs. Letting them dry out may be your biggest challenge....watching VERY CAREFULLY in an oven? VERY iffy! Maybe laying in the sun - with frequent checks. Just a thought.
1821651
I would recommend NOT putting them in the dishwasher. After use I take a soft cotton towel and clean and dry immediately. Do not use any abrasive sponges on the stainless as it might scratch and leave swirl marks.
258171
they are so stinky. I aired them out and now the little one doesn't smell but the big one still does. Any suggestions? My friend ordered the same thing and it doesn't smell. I threw away the box so I am having a hard time finding one to ship it back in.
214941
No, that isn't normal at all. Mine arrived in perfect condition so if yours arrived in some other state, I would suggest demanding a refund. That isn't sanitary or safe.
209932
I had the same experience. We should probably return them to Amazon, as I believe they should remain cool until refrigerated.
612299
I'd return them. Mine are not ripping and have served me very well. You may have gotten a bad batch.
1328238
I did not have this problem. My dish towels were quite absorbent, even though they are very thin. I also do not use fabric softener when I dry them.
1458967
I bought them for their absorbency and workhorse quality. For show? Perhaps if they were freshly washed. I don't do much for show so can't really comment.
1897441
My sponge was dry in the package, so I would imagine you could buy it and keep it in there for a while before using it. I was super excited to use it so I ripped into that sucker! Enjoy!