Paper towels are a staple in almost every household, occupying a space next to soap and sponges. But their uses extend far ...

While the ever-versatile paper towel can wipe up spills and dry hands like nobody's business, there's a linty reason to keep ...

Scroll down for 3 reasons paper towels are a sanitary choice to have on hand. 01 They can help prevent cross contamination 02 Convenience for the win 03 Paper towels are more sanitary to store 04 ...

The Great Value Everyday Strong paper towels from Walmart were the cheapest of the four we tested, but sometimes you get what you pay for. They cost just 98 cents per roll at the regular price.

Paper towel holder with a human-shaped figurine on a kitchen counter, with wooden cabinets and an oven in the background Kitchen countertop with a paper towel holder, knife block, spice jars, and ...

If your paper towels are only used lightly, you can try rinsing, wringing and letting them dry out. Some are durable enough to withstand a few drops of soap and several uses before tearing.

Name-brand paper towels generally cost more, but are they worth it? Consumer Reports put a half dozen brands to the test to find out which clean up messes the best.

Place the paper towels out of sight If paper towels are the first thing you reach for, put them away. Storing them in a cabinet or under the sink can help you pause before automatically grabbing them.