Melway Sponge: Cleaning Tips for Dish Cloths

Quick answer

To keep your Melbourne Melway dish cloth sponge clean and long-lasting, rinse it after each use, sanitize it weekly, and replace it every two to three weeks.

How to clean and maintain your Melway dish cloth sponge

1. Rinse thoroughly after every use: Squeeze out food particles and soap residue under warm running water. Wring the sponge until no suds remain. Leaving soap in the sponge can trap bacteria; a quick rinse prevents odors.
2. Sanitize weekly in the microwave or dishwasher: Wet the sponge and microwave it on high for 1 minute (ensure it's damp to avoid fire). Or run it through the top rack of a dishwasher with the drying cycle. Dry heat can melt the sponge; always keep it wet in the microwave.
3. Replace every two to three weeks: Once the sponge starts to smell or lose its shape, it's time for a new one. A fresh Melway sponge will clean better and look sharper. A worn sponge spreads more germs than it removes; don't wait for it to fall apart.

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• DISH CLOTH SPONGE - ICONIC MELBOURNE MELWAY: The Melway was less a map and more a personality test, living in cars and boats before GPS. This nostalgic design means the sponge is as much a conversation piece as a cleaning tool, so you'll want to keep it looking good.