Can be machine or hand washed (recommend air drying to increase longevity). Avoid using fabric softener. Will biodegrade in compost (or in nature) or can be incinerated without releasing toxins. Outperforms and replaces the need for dozens of paper towel rolls. Begin by thoroughly rinsing out the natural vegetable starch stiffener in running tap water. The more you rinse, use, and wash it, the softer your DuraFresh™ will become.