FAQs
Cheesecloth Frequently Asked Questions
What is cheesecloth made of?
Cheesecloth is made from 100% cotton fibers that are woven together to create a lightweight, porous fabric. The cotton fibers are usually untreated and unbleached, which means that the cheesecloth may have a natural, off-white color.
What are cheesecloth grades?
The grades of the cheesecloth are represented by the number of threads per inch in each direction. Grade 10 cheesecloth is the lowest grade and the most open weave. Grades 40, 50 and 60 are medium weave, Grade 80 is a fine weave and Grade 90 is usually noted as extra fine weave. Grades 80 and 90 are the most durable of the cheesecloth fabrics and are washable and reusable. Choosing which grade of cheesecloth to use is dependent on the application.
Is cheesecloth reusable?
If the cheesecloth is used to strain liquids or to wrap herbs, usually it can be rinsed in cold water, wrung out, and hung up to dry. Once dried, it can be reused for a similar application.
If the cheesecloth is used to strain greasy or oily substances or for something that had strong flavors or odors, it is best to discard it and use new.
It’s important to note that cheesecloth can become fragile after repeated use and washing and will lose its durability. To extend its life, it’s recommended to wash it by hand in cold water.
Is cheesecloth safe to use with food?
The bleached cheesecloth supplied by Cheesecloth Outlet is considered food grade safe and has been processed to remove all the impurities of the natural cotton fibres such as seed particles and oils. Peroxide is used to clean and whiten the cheesecloth; it is a non-chlorine bleach that does not contain any chemical binders.
What are some examples for the use of cheesecloth?
- Food Preparation
- Cheese Making
- Cooking, Straining, Filtering
- Canning, Syrup & Jelly Preparation
- Filtering Honey
- Wine Making
- Medical Bandages
- Craft Beer Production
- Wedding Decorations
- Nut Milk Bags
- Tea Bags
- Hunting & Game
- Lab Tests
- Aircraft Maintenance
- Prop Building
- Dusting & Cleaning
- Herbal Tinctures
- Mold Casting
- Plant Protection
- Paint Straining
- Faux Painting
- Furniture Finishing & Staining
- Polishing
- Waxing
- Nano Felting
- Graphic Arts
- Book Binding
- Craft Making
- Baby Blankets
- Curtains
- Dress Making
- Halloween Costumes
- Halloween Decorations
Volume Orders
For orders of 6 or more items of cheesecloth, please contact us at cheeseclothoutlet@gmail.com for a shipping quotation. Currently, we only display shipping for 5 items or less in the shopping cart. Orders of 6 or more products will display a shipping message that shipping is not available to your location.
Shipping
Orders are shipped within 48 hours of receiving your order. Notification with tracking information is emailed upon shipment. Shipments may be sent by alternate carriers.
Where is our shipping facility?
All cheesecloth is shipped from our warehouse in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Stocked boxes of cheesecloth are shipped within 48 hours of receiving your order.
Are there any issues with cheesecloth crossing the border?
We look after everything and with our the help of our reliable shipping partners, the process is fast and easy.
What is our refund policy?
We will refund most unopened/unused merchandise, with the receipt, within 30 days of the purchase. Please email cheeseclothoutlet@gmail.com with your concerns for more information. Do not return/send any merchandise prior to contacting us first.