{"product_id":"coconut-fibre-dish-brush","title":"Coconut FIbre Dish Brush","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIf the sisal brush is the \"heavy-duty scrubber,\" the coconut fibre brush (often called a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eCoir brush\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e) is the \"all-purpose workhorse.\" While they look similar, coconut fibres have a few unique physical properties that make them a dream to use with solid dish soap.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHere is why coconut fibre is a top-tier choice for your kitchen sink:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e1. Naturally Grease-Resistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis is the \"secret sauce\" of coconut fibre. Unlike synthetic sponges or even some other natural fibres that soak up grease and get slimy, coconut husk is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003enaturally hydrophobic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eClean Bristles:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e It flickers away oil rather than absorbing it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThe Benefit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e When you rub the brush onto your solid soap, the bristles stay \"clean\" enough to create a pure, white lather rather than a greasy slurry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e2. High Density for Better Lather\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCoconut brushes are usually much denser than sisal brushes. Because solid dish soap requires a bit of \"work\" to activate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eSurface Area:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e The high density of the bristles creates more friction against the soap block.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eFoam Retention:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e It holds onto the lather longer, meaning you don't have to go back to the soap block as often while scrubbing a large pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e3. Gentle but Effective\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCoconut fibers are slightly more flexible than sisal but tougher than plastic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eNon-Scratch:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e They are generally safe for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ecast iron, stainless steel, and even some non-stick surfaces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e (though you should always test a small area first).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eContour Cleaning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Because the bristles have a bit of \"give,\" they curve around the edges of bowls and muffin tins more effectively than stiffer brushes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMaintenance Tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eCoconut fiber is famously \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003erot-resistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e (it’s used for boat ropes because it loves the water), but the wooden handle usually isn't. To prevent the wood from cracking while the fibers stay strong, give the handle a quick rub with a bit of food-grade mineral oil or linseed oil every few months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hen Valley Soap","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52799000772905,"sku":null,"price":9.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0955\/1718\/0201\/files\/IMG_2324.jpg?v=1772817636","url":"https:\/\/henvalleysoap.com\/products\/coconut-fibre-dish-brush","provider":"Hen Valley Soap","version":"1.0","type":"link"}