Super absorbent · Reusable · For bagged greens · Save money · Sustainable
The paper towel trick, 2.0.
Drop a super absorbent cotton cloth right into your bag of greens. It soaks up the extra moisture that makes lettuce wilt. No paper towels. No extra containers.
Save moneyThat's what tossing one $4 bag of slimy greens a week adds up to. Keep them crisp longer and keep that money.
The upgrade
You already know the trick. We fixed the paper part.
Tucking a paper towel into a bag of greens helps soak up the moisture that turns leaves soggy. It works, but it means tossing paper every few days. Keep-It-Green does the same job with plain cotton you wash and use again.
The old way
Paper towel
- Used once, then thrown out
- Gets soggy and can tear
- Another roll on the shopping list
Version 2.0
Keep-It-Green Cloth
- Wash it and use it again
- Super absorbent cotton, made to be reused
- Less paper in the trash
How it works
Four steps. Zero gadgets.
It goes straight into the bag your greens came in. No containers to buy, assemble or find room for.
Why you'll like it
Super absorbent. Fewer soggy salads.
Super absorbent
Soaks up the extra moisture that makes leaves wilt, then washes out so you can use it again, week after week.
No extra containers
Goes straight into the bag your greens came in. Nothing new taking up fridge space.
Works with bags that don't seal
Just fold the top over or use a clip. No special bag needed.
Less paper in the trash.
Every time you reuse your cloth, that's a paper towel you never have to buy or throw away.
Bagged greens, romaine & herbs
Made for the salad greens and herbs you already buy every week.
Do the math
How much paper are you tossing?
Already using the paper towel trick? Set your usual week below to see how much paper switching to cloth could keep out of the trash.
An estimate: bags per week × sheets per bag × 52 weeks. Each little square is about 10 sheets.
The 5-pack
Five cloths, so a clean one is always ready.
Enough to rotate: one in the bag, one in the wash, a few ready to go.
Shipping included
- 5 super absorbent, reusable cotton cloths
- Machine washable
- Works in the bags your greens already come in
- Packaged and shipped in the USA
FAQ
Good questions.
Short answers about how the cloth works and how to care for it.
Should the cloth go in dry or damp?
Dry. It works by absorbing the excess moisture in the bag.
Does it work with store-bought bags that don't seal?
Yes. Fold the top over or use a clip, then put the bag in the fridge.
How often should I wash it?
Every 2–3 days of use, or whenever it's damp or smells off. Always dry it fully before the next use.
How long does a cloth last?
It's plain cotton made to be washed and reused over and over. Exact life depends on care.
Is it safe with food?
It's plain cotton. Wash before first use, and skip fabric softener and dryer sheets.
How much longer will my greens last with the cloth vs. nothing?
Several days longer. Without anything in the bag, extra moisture collects and leaves start to wilt and go slimy. The cloth soaks up that moisture, so your greens can stay crisp for several extra days. Exactly how long depends on the greens, how fresh they were when you bought them, and your fridge, and use-by dates still apply.
How much money can I save?
Bagged greens usually cost $3 to $5, and spoiled ones add up fast. If you throw out one $4 bag a week because it went slimy, that's $208 a year in the trash. Keeping your greens crisp for several extra days means more of what you buy gets eaten instead of tossed. The 5-pack is $19.99, about the price of five bags of greens.
Where do orders ship from, and how much is shipping?
Every order is packaged and shipped in the USA, and shipping is included in the $19.99 price. Orders ship to US addresses.
What does it work with?
Pretty much any produce you keep in a bag in the fridge, where extra moisture makes it wilt or go slimy:
- Leafy greens: Romaine, iceberg, butter and Bibb lettuce, red and green leaf lettuce, spring mix, baby spinach, arugula, kale, Swiss chard, collard greens, mustard greens, bok choy, napa cabbage, watercress, endive, radicchio, frisée, microgreens and sprouts.
- Fresh herbs: Cilantro, parsley, dill, mint, chives, tarragon and thyme.
- Other vegetables: Broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, celery, cucumbers, zucchini, summer squash, bell peppers, green beans, snap peas, snow peas, mushrooms, radishes, fennel, leeks and green onions.
Skip it for produce that shouldn't be bagged in the fridge, like potatoes, onions, garlic and tomatoes.