This post gives an honest review for Norwex cleaning supplies from a naturally-minded mom!
I have spent at least eleventy billion hours cleaning my house thus far.
Okay, that’s a total lie. If that were true it would be a heck of a lot more sparkling clean around here. Half that number, then half it again, then – oh never mind.
Let’s just say that while I love a clean and sparkling house, the actual scrub-a-dub-dub doesn’t set my heart a-flutter. You feel me?
That’s why the cleaning tools that I use (when I use them, ahem) need to be top-notch. No messing around with sub-par stuff that takes longer and doesn’t work as well, thus requiring me to clean *more* often. Ain’t nobody got time for that, punks.
Messy house whining aside, when it comes down to it – we all have to clean sooner or later. Some sooner, some later, but that’s beside the point. And you probably want to do it with as few toxic chemicals as possible.
Detoxing your cleaning supplies is one of the easiest baby steps to take toward a more natural, toxin-free lifestyle, and may I just say: Norwex is my ultimate favorite non-toxic cleaning product. I have used it and loved it for five years now, so writing this post on behalf of Heather, the Norwex consultant that I have partnered with, is a perfectly natural fit. In fact, I loved my Norwex cloth so much that I sought her out for this post. True story right there.
Here are some key reasons I love my Norwex cleaning supplies with the fiery passion of a thousand lovers (or something along those lines…)
1. Naturally anti-bacterial
Most of their products (the “anti-bac” ones) are anti-bacterial from the tiny silver particles that are threaded in to the fibers. Silver is a naturally anti-bacterial agent, which is something I’ve known for years now. I use colloidal silver on occasion for medicinal purposes.
The basic premise is that the incredible quality of the microfiber picks up even the tiniest particles and organisms when it’s wet, including germs, which are then rinsed down the drain when you rinse the cloth out. The cloth then disinfects itself naturally while it dries and awaits your next use.
Source: the Norwex website
It’s recommended to launder it after especially nasty uses, like raw meat juices on the counter, or cleaning the toilet, but for regular every day use you can simply rinse it and hang to dry. I love not having to throw my kitchen cloth in the wash every time I use it. With normal cloths I only let them go about half a day before throwing them in the laundry. With my Norwex kitchen cloth, I wait about a week.
2. More effective
This is perhaps the best part of all. Once I started using a norwex window cloth, I refused to use anything else on all of my stainless steel and glass. It’s absolutely incredible. I honestly wouldn’t have imagined the difference it would make, but it really, really does.
I clean my stainless steel faucet with a regular ol’ cloth + homemade cleaning spray… and it’s clean (with more scrubbing), but full of streaks and smudgy spots. The Norwex window cloth makes it as shiny as when it was brand new. No kidding.
And since shiny things are my favorite, the window cloth is my BFF. It does the same for mirrors and other glass. It impresses the heck right outta me. Dare I say: it *almost* makes cleaning legitimately fun.
You should also know that this is no cheap dollar store microfiber. Cheaply made microfiber cannot compare – I’ve used it, and thrown it in the back of my closet never to see the light of day again. In my normally-very-frugal opinion, the Norwex cloths are actually worth the money because they last so long and are total workhorses.
My enviro cloths and window cloth that I bought five years ago (a 4-pack of the travel sized cloths in order to save money back then!) are still going strong, and I still favor them over all other cleaning supplies. I figure they’ve probably saved me a ton of money by now simply by being so much more efficient than other options.
3. Simplicity at its finest
Norwex products are completely free of harmful chemicals, yet you can use them with only water for maximum efficacy! In fact, soap can clog the fibers, so it’s recommended to stick with water.
Because they’re free of those nasty toxic chemicals found in conventional (and some so-called “natural” or “organic”) cleaners, they are totally perfect for anyone that has allergies or chemical sensitivities. Or, you know, lungs.
I don’t know about you, but I don’t especially want to breathe in more chemicals that what’s already around me through the furniture, the house, the package wrapping on any number of items, etcetera, etcetera!
I also LOVE that I can just wet it and go. No hauling out an assortment of cleaning scrubs and sprays (although I do have one small jar of their cleaning paste that I use and love) – just wetting it provides enough ‘oomph’ to the cloth to clean almost any mess.
And of course, the fact that I can clean pretty well my whole house with just a few cloths or scub mitts is pretty amazing. I love the simplicity of this system!
In case I haven’t made myself clear yet: I honestly love Norwex and can’t live without it! Here are my personal faves:
- Enviro Cloth (I have several, and keep them in different rooms for quick usage!)
- Kitchen Cloth (I adore the thickness of this cloth, and the deep grooves that easily scrub away tough kitchen messes. I use it every day.)
- Dusting Mitt (absolutely perfect for my kids to use – they think it’s great fun, and it actually picks up dust amazingly well with ease.)
- Bathroom Scrub Mitt (cleaning the tub is so easy with this mitt. This thing has serious scrubbing power.
- Cleaning Paste (I use this stuff only when my regular Norwex cloths fail me… so, rarely. And it only takes a small bit. But it’s great to get the tough spots that you figure were a lost cause – like toddler art on your walls.)
Beth
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Since Norvex towels have silver in them, are they safe to dry your skin?
My problem with Norwex is that it is made in China. How well can they really control the manufacturing process?
I just bought some items. Can I put my new Norwex EnviroSponge in my dishwasher with Finish and Jet dry like I did with my non Norwex sponges to disinfect them? I guess I won’t be able to put them in the microwave to kills germs tho.
I was very excited to try the Norwex cloths. My kitchen rags always get smelly very fast so I was super excited for something to combat that problem. I purchased the kitchen towel and rag set and the first month was great. Then the rag started having the same smell as all the rest. My consultant told me to boil the rag for 5 minutes and it will be as good as new. Not so. It now is just like all the rest. After a day of use it starts to smell and has to be washed. Very expensive for a product that does not work. I love the towels and how well they dry dishes but they too start to smell after a few uses. Will not be buying any more Norwex products. Overpriced and is not the miracle product it is touted to be. Very disappointed.
What soap are you using with it or washing it in? I’ve been using for 3 years without smell issues.
I started out using the Norwex laundry detergent. They started smelling with that so I went back to my regular detergent and now I have gone back to washing all my towels and rags in bleach again. It is the only thing that keeps them from becoming stinky. I have not been impressed with the Norwex products and I have used many. There is not on single product that i have loved.
Do you possibly have hard water? If so, adding vinegar to the wash should fix the issue. Hard water and our laundry detergent don’t play well together. Norwex has also produced a laundry booster to aid in this issue, but it sold out in jus days. Currently working hard to get more available! I am a consultant and my VIP page is “Clean Green 2B Safe”. Please join and let me help
you enjoy the Norwex experience as it should be!!!
Oh my such a surprise to me, I LOVE MY NORWEX CLOTHS. I have them all and it has cut my cleaning time in half. I’m not a dealer, it’s just so shocking to me.
I didn’t get mine yet but you said you didn’t wash it for a month? You are supposed to wash it once a week I think with organic laundry detergent or Norwex brand
Sandy, our detergent or any Free and Clear Detergent. I wash my cloths once a week
with my sheets, as you should or wash with any fabric that has lint. I am a Norwex consultant and will be happy to help in any way. My VIP FACEBOOK page is “Clean Green 2B Safe”. Please join!
This should read to wash with fabrics that don’t have lint…
I have been using norwex kitchen cloth and the counter cloth.About one month, I love them!!! Water only. Cleaned my microwave with a wet kitchen cloth. Good as new. I used to have to use a scratch pad and spray cleaner NO chemicals now.
To reuse my cloths, I run under water and rub fabric together, vigorously. Then wring out. Repeating if the water comes out dirty…Hang to dry. Do not fold up and let it sit. Always hang dry. No smelly rags here…
Maybe your consultant didn’t know or wasn’t clear, but you do not boil the cloths! At all, and for five minutes? The proper way to deep clean is to boil water, then POUR it over your cloths and agitatecwith a wooden spoon. I let mine soak for about 29 minutes and agitate a couple of times again. THEN, launder with Norwex detergent or any other Free and Clear detergent. Regular laundry detergent nor bleach should ever be used on Norwex cloths. Most likely, you are not having the very best results that you could be. The initial boiling may have ruined them. I am SO sorry! What cloths do you have?
Mine had started to smell as well so I soaked them in oxy clean (powder formula). I soak overnight then wash next day. Amazing what gets pulled out. Now every so often I’ll soak in oxy clean. Never have an issue with smell again.
That was bad advice. Microfiber is made from plastic and should not be boiled. Also, Norwex comes with 2 year warranties. I had a cloth that started stinking and no matter what I tried I could not get rid of the stink. They replaced it for free and I’ve not had a problem since. Sometimes you just get a defective cloth and they’ll make it 100% right. But it sounds like your problem is they never taught you how to care for it in the first place.
I agree. I am not impressed at all by their products. So many people have raved about them and I just don’t see it. Mine smells after 3 days. I think its all a scam. People rave to get you to buy them. If you have not tried them, don’t waste your money.
Hi Lyn. I don’t sell Norwex, and I’m the author of this post. I wasn’t raving to “get you to buy them”. I rave because I genuinely love the products. (Mostly the cloths.) I first got mine in 2011 (I think) and am still using them today.
Unfortunately I bought the Norwex Cleaning Paste without having a chance to read the actual label. Basically it cleans everything that soapy dishwater will clean “chrome, plastic, ceramics, porcelain tiles and similar materials”. It doesn’t clean anything that gets too dirty to clean with soap and water “brushed stainless steel, nickel, pewter, aluminum, and wood.” I haven’t used a particle of it.
Hi Heather I hope that you are able to get a hold of your Norwack‘s consultant it sounds like your cloths are full and may just need to do a deep clean on them. So many times I meet people who have lost track of their consultants don’t know if they’re still in the business or not which is pretty sad. Sometimes when we use our cloths at first we get the wrong instructions on the care of them.
Don’t feel bad and please don’t throw out your cloths. You can call customer care and Norwex if you can’t reach your consultant. We have a two year warranty on all of those microfiber cloths. They actually have no competition and with proper care they can last for years.
I’m a brand new user, and my question is about how to clean the cloths after makeup, oils, fats,etc get on the cloth. How I to clean the cloth. Does it depend on which cloth it is? I have the kitchen sponge/scrapper and also wonder how to clean that each time i use it.
I would buy the dish washing liquid, or detergent. Just put it in washer with regular load. Or use the dish washing liquid, put some on the cloth, rub vigorously and rinse. Wring out, hang dry. Always hang dry any of the cloths. Don’t fold up and sit .
The norwex soaps are Specifically made for the cloths, no chemicals. They will not break down the BacLoc which is in most of the cleaning cloths. That technology blocks bacteria from collecting in cloths.
I am told that you can use All natural soap or organic. As long as there are NO CHEMICALS..
Free and Clear detergents and soaps ONLY!
My son has recently recovered from a serious case of ecoli (11 days in the hospital) and now has City. Different from the antibiotics. He wants to go to Bali for an extended stay this fall and we are concerned about bacteria. Would norwex products help, wiping down dishes flatware etc in restaurants?
Hi Marnie, while I know that the cloths are supposed to be able to clean bacteria quite effectively, I would not want to advise you on such a sensitive topic. I’d advise contacting Norwex directly and asking them!
They absolutely would help! My daughter has asthma and i have a low immune system! We have not had to use inhalers and I’ve been off of immunosuppressants for 6 months and haven’t gotten sick!! I can help you get the perfect products for this as well! You can find me on Facebook and we can set it up!
Love this post! Norwex has been a game changer for my life as well!!
Just went to my first party today and I’m hooked!
I operate a construction cleaning business. I’m wondering if your cloths can cut Sheetrock dust and paint. Any suggestions?
I’d totally use a norwex cloth for any kind of mess, honestly. I imagine it would get dirty fast when cleaning up sheetrock dust, etc. so you’d just need to rinse it out more frequently. I’m not sure about paint, though. That would likely stain the cloth, which would make the silver fibres in the cloth unable to work properly.
I just finished cleaning an entire newly-constructed home with water, two envirocloths, and one window polishing cloth! I used my oldest wet Norwex envirocloth for all the construction dust and chunky stuff, shook out the chunky stuff, and rinsed, rinsed, rinsed my way through the house. I used a newer Norwex envirocloth and polishing cloth for windows that were so dusty with stucco globs that it was difficult to see through them and, believe me, those windows sparkle with NO streaks. The contractor was impressed! The house has a lot of vinyl plank floors and it was a breeze to use the Norwex dust mop and wet mop. The Norwex brush does an impressive job cleaning the dust mop which had done an impressive job on the dust and grit. I’m 70 years old and the construction cleaning was a delightful experience!
I LOVE my Norwex cleaning system. It is a lifetime investment for me. I am very particular and love CLEAN, otherwise, I could have done the whole house with one envirocloth, but I want my cloths to look new forever. Dream on…but this month Norwex is offering a new product to deep clean those well-used cloths. It’s all good!
I use Lemon Essential oil from YL! I also use my Thieves cleaner(chemical free) along with my Norwex cloths. I will be happy to send you a sample of the cleaner or any YL product.
Good summary. Thanks for sharing.
Hellow
How can I buy Norwex products from Chile???
Regards
Patricia
I am also a Norwex consultant. These products truly are amazing!
Check out my website. You can order there and have it shipped directly to you!
https://jessicalamar.norwex.biz/
Patricia, mándame un mensaje si todavía estás interesada en los productos. Yo, al igual que tú soy de Chile pero vivo en USA.
How much does the cloth cost?
I don’t honestly remember! It has been years since I bought mine (and they’re still going strong). More than the cheap cloths you buy at the supermarket, but not crazy expensive, either.
The window cloth & enviro cloth combo can be purchased for $32.99
plus s/h & sales tax. I’m a new consultant, here is my website, if you’d
like to take a look.
https://cathybachek.norwex.biz/
This review is very accurate, I love all their products!
Hi Nancy,
The Envirocloth is roughly $16. If you would like to take a peak online and do some shopping please check my site out. alysonlemaster.norwex.biz
I’m a fairly new Norwex user but have several different products and have already booked my first party! I have to say the laundry soap is my favorite. Notice I said “soap”. That’s all it is, pure soap, there are no chemicals of phosphates!
1. Price same as large liquid Tide w/spout w/about 250 loads
Norwex = 1,000 loads using I level teaspoon for each load
2. Have not needed bleach since using Norwex
3. Have not needed fabric softener since using Norwex
4. Gives clothes a pleasant fragrance – very mild – just smells clean!
5. Brightens clothes
6. My host told me for really dirty and/or smelly loads to add a 1/2 cup vinegar, have only had to do that once & it worked great
I also really like the dust mitt! I read all the other reviews and anyone who says it does not pick up dust is not using it correctly! Its a marvel! Love the window/glass cloth too! There is nothing I don’t like, these are just my 3 favorites!
Yeah, I finally drank the Norwex kool-aid… I love how my shiny things actually look nice now 🙂
The cleaning paste contains Methylisothiazolinone, a harmful chemical.
Nope.
The cleaning paste contains only 3 ingredients: marble flour, natural soap and coconut oil. i have no idea what methyliso blah blah blah is, but it’s not in Norwex!!
What is “natural soap”?
You are a consultant and you really think it only has 3 ing?
Look it up in Ask Nora.
Methylisothiazolinone is a skin irritant and the main reason dryer sheets are so toxic. In our paste it’s in very small amounts and we use so little paste at a time that most people aren’t affected by it.
I know this is an older post and genuinely hope you aren’t still promoting such lies. Most of our non-cloth products use ing that aren’t 100% pure/natural. The reason I am personally okay with it is because they are in minuscule amounts and we use so little of the cleaner at a time that we aren’t affected. Also because a call to poison control with these products assures me that my kids aren’t going to die/become horribly sick if they ingest them.
There are more than 3 ingredients in Cleaning Paste. Those 3 listed are the 3 main ingredients however. 🙂 Norwex consultant here.
I do love the Norwex product also. But just lately after mopping my wood floor with the floor system I’m getting a lot of streaks left behind. I do wash the pad between each use with Norwex laundry soap. Have also boiled the mop pad. I wonder if anyone else is experiencing the same problem?
Perhaps you have the pad too wet? It should only be damp enough to cogently clean the floor, not leave streaks and puddles behind. Wet it totally, wring it out well, and place on mop base.
I really don’t like your products I hate it…. I clean houses and nope don’t works…. All bathrooms looks sharp and the glove leave dust instead to pick it up they serve but only with any bleach
I have started using Norwex products and I’m so impressed! I started with a very open mind, but the cloths have sold themselves to me. What has truly amazed me about the kitchen cloth, apart from all the usual facts that is just amazingly good at cleaning, but about a week ago I got turmeric stains all over my white formica bench tops and my stove. So I grabbed my Norwex kitchen cloth and wiped it all out …. but eeeek – now my cloth was stained yellow. I washed it by hand with a good quality liquid soap and the stains faded a little. BUT – I’m amazed to say that gradually bit by bit each day my cloth did exactly what Norwex says it does – it cleaned itself. That’s what the silver in the fibres does. Now this morning I couldn’t see any trace of yellow stains at all – its like new again.
Oh …. and my mirrors and windows!! But I’ve said enough – I don’t want to live without my Norwex cloths!!
Sounds like you might want some more products!!? Contact me if you would like to host a party. April has some wonderful rewards!
We use microfiber towels everywhere in our house. But Norwex is so overpriced. You can get Eurow towels on Amazon or Ebay for a fraction of the cost.
I’ve never had experience with other brands but i can say that generally you pay for the quality you want. Norwex cloths come with a 2 year warranty and most times last 2-3x times longer than that warranty. Again I’m not sure if these other brands hold up the same way but I think the quality of Norwex is worth the cost, especially when you consider how much money you are actually saving by switching from chemical cleaners and paper towels. I also don’t know if those other brands feature the microsilver that can actually clean the cloths much more efficiently. Plus I like the benefit of supporting a consultant and company that has many charitable contributions instead of a corporation.
I read the description on Amazon. They do not appear to be infused with the silver threads.
Please do not buy Norwex from Amazon. Those cloths may be fake and are often overpriced. Please contact a consultant to get further information about the cloths. The majority of Norwex cloths have BacLock which is the silver texhnology that is used. There are a few that don’t have it for specific reasons. I just urge you to steer clear of amazon for products like this.
I have used both the cheap microfiber and Norwex. NOrwex is definitely better quality. Totally worth the extra money.
The only difference I’d the are not woven with silver which is what keeps the bacteria at bay and what keeps them from smelling. You can always find a cheaper line….. But with the knock offs come a less effective product. So it’s definitely your choice but I choose spending a little more for a higher and more effective quality item.
I’ve never used Norwex, too pricey, but I did order some clothes from Flyday. They are very good and do not require everyday laundering if you give them a good rinse.
Totally agree my friend…
I have ordered several from FlyLady but I haven’t heard of Flyday. What are they like?
Does FlyLady offer a TWO
YEAR Warranty on their cloth? Norwex does.
Does FlyLady have silver woven into their cloths that has been proven to stop bacteria from multiplying?
Does Flylady’s cloths have threads 1/5 the size of a human hair (definition of microfiber) OR does it have fibers 1/200 the size of a human hair? I’d love to show you the difference with a sample!!!
Join my group on Facebook, “Clean Green 2B Safe” for more education, facts and research as well as letting me know you would like a sample cloth mailed to you!!
Came across your post. I’m just curious how Norwex products fare on very dirty jobs, like scummy and moldy showers. Any experience? Thanks
I’m not sure about mold (I am very cautious about mold and would want to use specific mold remediation tools so as to avoid negative health effects) but in terms of really dirty or scummy situations – the norwex cloths are fantastic. They get heavy grime off much easier than a regular cloth. I love them and use them for all of my household cleaning. 🙂
I also use the Norwex descaler for scummy showers. If I need a boost, I have used the cleaning paste.
Norwex just came out with a fantastic and safe Mold and Mildew Cleaner!
Our bathroom mitt has a scrubby side and it works wonders, however we also have a descaler and a cleaning paste to pair with if you need a little extra boost to get the gunk off. http://Ashleycoonce.norwex.biz
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Keep up the great writing.
I’ve been a Norwex freak for about the last 5 years. I have so many items. I’ll put a plug in for the laundry detergent (you use so little it lasts forever) and the fact that I can keep my kitchen washcloth in my sink for about 4 weeks, without washing it and it does not smell like normal washrags do after only a few days. And the enviro clothes=awesome sauce. I haven’t bought Windex in almost 6 years!
Yep – those enviroclothes are a game-changer, right? I still love mine, years later!
What a great review! I totally agree about the window cloth. Where has that thing been all my life?!?! I cringe thinking of all the Windex I’ve inhaled over the years. My personal faves (in addition to some of yours) are the kitchen towels and the body cloth.
Do you know if they have anything that gets ink off of painted walls?
Yes. Just a wet EnviroCloth may work. If not, the EnviroCloth plus Cleaning Paste will work. You may want to test in an inconspicuous area first. Different paint finishes will work better with the CP.
Norwex also sells a version of ‘magic eraser’ squares. That’s not what Norwex calls them, but I can’t remember the item name off the top of my head! I’ve used them to take marker, ink and crayon of our painted walls.
Good to know! 🙂
Great review. I have tried them several times. Norwex is a great company. Most of their products are not expensive at all. Thank you for sharing this article! Best regards!
The dusting mitt link gives me an error message, but the others are fine. 🙂
Whoops, I lied. The enviro cloth choked too. I thought it had loaded.
Very cool thank you, I have been wondering about these. I am especially interested to hear that you don’t have to wash them as often – I am similar to you in that I can barely go half a day before I feel like I need to throw my dishcloths/rags into the laundry… and doing that much laundry is not cool with me 🙂
Great review, Beth! I just became a Norwex consultant, and I’m so excited to share this product with my little world – it really is amazing stuff!
thanks for the review Iam interested in placing an order but in order to list you as a host,, I need to know your last name. Thanks!!
It’s Ricci. I’ll update the post with that info. Sorry about that!
I’m confused. To enter the giveaway we buy product? Or host a party? Or both? She’s in NH so I would think hosting a party at my house in California might be a problem…
Hi Andrea, sorry it’s confusing! I’ve updated the post a little to clarify the requirement. To enter the giveaway, simply make a minimum $40 purchase and make sure you enter my name as the host. No hosting necessary on your end.
That makes much more sense! Lol. I probably shouldn’t enter giveaways at 1am! Obviously, I can’t figure them out!