Tawashi Explained

A is a scrubbing brush for wet cleaning,^[1] of a style that is popular in Japan.^[2] Traditionally, tawashis were made from the hemp palm.^{[3] [4]} In Japan, sponges used for rubbing and washing are now treated as forms of tawashi. A is made of metal; steel, stainless steel, and brass are frequent choices. They may be used in removing scorching and rust.

Types

Several synthetic polymers are frequently seen:

• A polyurethane sponge is sometimes called .
• Nylon sponges, sometimes called, are suitable for washing tough stains, but should not be used on delicate items.
• An is made of acrylic, typically knitted or crocheted.
• A luffa sponge, or, is used as a body scrub.
• In recent times, some tawashis are crocheted from cotton yarn, producing the, which is scratch-free, and used for dishes and small cleaning jobs. (The prefix eco- (エコ) indicates that it creates less pollution because it can be used without soap or detergents.^[5])

See also

• Sponge (tool)

Notes and References

1. Web site: Sheets. Cassie. 3 reasons you should buy these Japanese scrub brushes. 2021-01-24. missoulian.com. en.
2. News: Stinchecum. Amanda Mayer. April 5, 1987. Shopper's World: Kyoto's Handmade Brushes. A6. New York Times.
3. News: Oda. Shuko. June 19, 2018. Tawashi Brush: I'd Be Lost Without My.... 57. Financial Times.
4. Web site: Writer. JENNIFER KOPF Staff. Kitchen Essential: tawashi brush. 2021-01-24. LancasterOnline. en.
5. September 9, 2009. Ogawa, N.. Magically Clean Eco Tawashi. 114. Make. 9.