Question 1

What is a fruit and vegetable wash?

Accepted Answer

A fruit and vegetable wash is a product designed specifically for washing fresh produce before eating, cooking or storing it. It is used with water as an additional step when washing fruit and vegetables at home.

Question 2

What is Plantaera?

Accepted Answer

Plantaera is a plant-based, food-grade fruit and vegetable wash designed to make washing fresh produce a simple part of your everyday routine. Made with no added preservatives, it helps lift everyday residues left behind on fruit and vegetables after handling, transport and storage. Just add to water, wash for approximately 30 seconds and rinse. Simple, effective and easy to use.

Question 3

Why should I wash fruit and vegetables?

Accepted Answer

Fresh fruit and vegetables can go through many stages before reaching your kitchen, including growing, harvesting, packing, transport, retail display and handling. Washing fresh produce helps remove dirt and other material that may be present on the surface. Even produce that looks clean can still benefit from being washed before it is eaten or prepared. It is also a good idea to wash fruit and vegetables that you intend to peel. When you cut through unwashed produce, material from the outside can be transferred by your hands, knife or cutting board during preparation. Making washing part of your usual kitchen routine is a simple way to prepare fresh produce before you eat, cook or store it.

Question 4

Is water enough to wash fruit and vegetables?

Accepted Answer

Washing fruit and vegetables under clean running water is a simple and widely recommended way to clean fresh produce. It can help remove dirt and other material from the surface through rinsing and gentle rubbing. For those who want to go beyond rinsing with water alone, Plantaera is a purpose made fruit and vegetable wash designed to be used as an additional step when washing fresh produce. It is an easy addition to your everyday kitchen routine and can be used on a wide range of fresh fruit and vegetables.

Question 5

Is Plantaera plant-based and preservative-free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Plantaera has a plant-based formulation, is made using food-grade ingredients and contains no added preservatives. Plantaera was created as a simple, purpose made way to wash fresh fruit and vegetables at home.

Question 6

Is Plantaera food-grade?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Plantaera is made entirely with food-grade ingredients. Its plant-based formulation contains no added preservatives, sulphates or dyes. It is designed specifically for washing fresh fruit and vegetables before they are eaten, cooked or stored.

Question 7

Can I use Plantaera for the whole family?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Plantaera is designed for everyday use when washing fresh fruit and vegetables and is made entirely with food-grade ingredients. Use as directed and rinse your produce thoroughly with fresh water after washing. As with any household product, children should use Plantaera under adult supervision.

Question 8

How many washes are in a bottle?

Accepted Answer

Each 240 mL bottle of Plantaera provides up to 240 washes, approximately 11 cents per wash. This is based on one pump per litre of water. The actual number of washes will vary depending on the amount used and cleaning method.

Question 9

How do I use Plantaera?

Accepted Answer

Using Plantaera is simple. Add one pump of Plantaera per litre of water and wash your fruit and vegetables for approximately 30 seconds. Rinse thoroughly with fresh water before eating, cooking or storing your produce. For delicate produce such as berries and leafy greens, handle them gently while washing and rinsing.

Question 10

What fruit and vegetables can I use Plantaera on?

Accepted Answer

Plantaera can be used to wash most types of fresh fruit and vegetables. This includes apples, pears, grapes, strawberries and other berries, citrus fruit, tomatoes, cucumbers, broccoli, lettuce, leafy greens, fresh herbs and many other types of everyday produce. Different fruit and vegetables may need slightly different handling. Firm produce can be gently rubbed while washing, while delicate produce such as berries, herbs and leafy greens should be handled more gently.

Question 11

Should I wash fruit and vegetables before storing them?

Accepted Answer

You can wash fruit and vegetables before storing them, although the best approach depends on the type of produce and how you plan to store it. One advantage of washing produce ahead of time is convenience. Having fruit and vegetables washed and ready can make it easier to reach for them when preparing meals, packing lunchboxes or looking for a quick snack. The important part is drying your produce thoroughly before storing it. Excess moisture can affect the quality and storage life of some fresh fruit and vegetables, particularly delicate produce. Some produce may be better washed closer to when you plan to use it, so consider the type of fruit or vegetable and how it will be stored.

Question 12

Where do you ship?

Accepted Answer

We currently ship Australia wide. Shipping is a flat rate of $9.95 for a single bottle, with free shipping when you purchase a pack of two. International shipping is not available just yet, but we hope to offer it soon.

Question 13

What if my bottle arrives damaged or faulty?

Accepted Answer

If your Plantaera arrives damaged, leaking or faulty, please contact us within 14 days of delivery and we will make it right. Send us your order details and, if possible, a photo showing the issue so we can sort it out quickly. Depending on the circumstances, we will arrange a replacement or another appropriate solution.

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