FAQ

​How long do these reusable food wraps last?
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It all depends on how often you use and wash them - anything from three months to a couple of years.   Wash with cold water, mild soap and a soft cloth for the best results.  One thing is for sure, you'll get a lot more wear out Buzzcloth than any amount of foil or plastic!  And when it's time for a new one, simply cut up your used-up Buzzcloth and throw it onto the compost heap.

I use wax paper.  How does it compare to Buzzcloth?
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Wax paper is compostable, but uses toxic oil-based wax and doesn't have the mouldable, sealing property of Buzzcloth.  If you need to use wax paper, then buy the eco-friendly version which uses vegetable based wax.  ​
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​What happens if I accidentally heat Buzzcloth, or put it in the dishwasher by mistake?
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Nothing much.  It will just affect the durability of the cloth.
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Do your wraps have a strong smell like some other beeswax wraps ?
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Our wraps are very lightly scented, unlike a few of the others on the market.  The scent disappears after a few washes.
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Does the wax crack?
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The combination of beeswax and plant oils prevents Buzzcloth from cracking even after much folding and washing.

What should I avoid?
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Any strong foods that will leave a smell - such as blue cheese and onion - as well as raw meat.   I also avoid pineapples and very acidic fruit although it doesn't seem to mind lemons.  All of these items can be placed into a bowl and covered with Buzzcloth as long as there is no direct contact.

One should also avoid ingesting Buzzcloth - just because it is made from all-natural materials does not mean it is edible!

Can I make beeswax food wraps myself at home?
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Yes, you can.  There a number of blogs on the web that give you instructions on how to make a rudimentary version. Buzzcloth is for those who couldn't be bothered with the mess and hassle of trial-and-error, are not into DIY,  or are looking for a fabulous, useful gift.  I don't mind where you get them from - I just want to rid the planet of nasty, ugly plastic and foil.  

What sizes do Buzzcloth come in?
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Three sizes - Small, Medium and Large.  The small is perfect for closing off vegetables and fruit, and making little snack packs for nuts, grapes or raisins, while the medium is great for sandwiches, sealing bowls and closing off larger vegetables, hell, anything you can think of that will fit !  For large needs, there's the Big Mama (large) which is ideal for small loaves of bread, larger cheeses or multiple sandwiches for the family picnic.
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Is Buzzcloth completely eco-friendly?
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The real answer is as much as we are able! We have taken great care to make the entire product - including the manufacture and packaging - as eco-friendly and food-friendly as possible. Everything we use is either non-toxic (our products are lead-free, bpa-free and phthalate-free), recycled or compostable (our packaging, marketing material and company stationery) and natural (beeswax and plant resins are organic where possible).  Unfortunately, we import our cloth and resin because there is no local supplier but are working to find local alternatives where possible!   

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​Is foil really that bad?
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Aluminium is connected with all sorts of horrible health conditions, and even though it is recyclable, the manufacturing period has a huge carbon footprint. I dislike foil for those reasons and also because it usually breaks with every use so it can't be used more than once or twice.  It is also really cheap to buy which I find disgusting, considering the negative impact it is having on the environment.  If we all halved the amount of foil and plastic we used, we would halve the amount of trash going into landfill - what a difference this would make to the planet !
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Does Buzzcloth stain?
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Buzzcloth is surprisingly unsusceptible to staining but it may happen.  It's nothing to worry about and gives the cloth a unique personality, just like its owner!  To prevent staining, avoid contact with overly greasy or oily food (not good for you any way!) or if this is unavoidable, wash as soon as possible with warm water and mild soap.

Where do you get the beeswax from?
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We are passionate about the protection of bees and are extremely particular about where we get our beeswax from.  Our beeswax is beautifully organic, sourced from backyard beekeepers in the UK, as well as in Africa (which has a special place in my heart because that's where I was born (Yolanda Drewell).  These beekeepers look after their bees very well, and are able to make a living for their families selling bee products. This makes us feel good.

​Where is Buzzcloth made?
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Buzzcloth is made by loving hands in the gorgeous rolling hills of Devon, UK.  See our 'about' page for more information about us.
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Do you deliver internationally?
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We try not to send Buzzcloth to customers in Canada and the US as we feel we should walk our talk of supporting local business, and reducing our carbon footprint.  This was one of the reasons why we didn't want to import the Canadian or US products into the UK.   We really believe that shopping local is the best way to support real people, and it is better for the earth.  There are some great suppliers of beeswax wraps in your area - find one that you would like to support.  
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Will you introduce patterned beexwax wraps ?
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No.  We have specifically chosen to use natural cloth because we want to ensure that the fabric is free from as much human intervention (and chemical processing) as possible.  We are using it around food after all.  That's why we use GOTS-certified cotton cloth.  It means we are assured of high quality cloth that has been made to the highest ethical standards in terms of earth friendliness and also people friendliness.

It also means your beeswax wraps have a built-in 'use-by' date because it will be clear when it is time to compost it! Patterned cloths hide all manner of sins which, in our opinion, is risky around food.
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Why is there no logo on your wraps ?
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We purposely do not put any form of branding on our Buzzcloth food wraps as a strong statement that we all need to use whatever alternative we can find to allow us to stop using plastic immediately. We don't mind which beeswax wrap you use - find one locally, use Buzzcloth, or make your own.  Or use glass jars. Or  use something else entirely.  The planet, and your children will be forever grateful!
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Why are your food wraps wonky?
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Buzzcloth is entirely made by hand, and this is evident in their wonkiness and size disparity!  We would rather give you a perfectly imperfect shape of Buzzcloth rather than making it perfect, and having to throw away off-cuts.