Frequently Asked Questions
1) What types of paper towel designs are available from Bounty®?
Our designs include: Fun Collection Prints, Garden Collection Prints, Modern Collection Prints, and Everyday Collection Prints. You are bound to find a paper towel to complement your style. Explore our selection of delightful prints to add a fresh, happy, eclectic twist to your home. Also check out Bounty Quilted Napkins, which are available in everyday and seasonal designs. See them all here.
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2) What are some uses for your smaller-size-sheet paper towel, Bounty Select-a-Size?
Bounty Select-a-Size is perfect for spills big and small, so you always can be sure you have the right size sheet for the job. Learn more here.
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3) Is it true that Bounty makes napkins?
Yes, Bounty does make napkins. Bounty Quilted Napkins have the quilts and strength we've all come to trust. See all of the everyday and seasonal designs.
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4) How is Bounty made?
We make Bounty from trees that are processed into pulpwood. Long fibers from softwood trees, such as pine and spruce, are used. After debarking, the pulpwood is turned into chips that are cooked. The natural "glue" that holds the fibers together is removed, leaving a fibrous pulp mixture. The pulp goes through cleaners and screens and is bleached to make it absorbent. The pulp then goes through a high-speed paper machine. A translucent substance called resin is added to the mixture to strengthen the paper when it is wet. The water is removed and the fibers bond to form sheets of paper. Two layers of paper are combined with a thin layer of adhesive and embossed to form many tiny air pockets that rapidly attract moisture. Diamond shapes are pressed into the paper to give it a quilted pattern that holds water. Designs made with water-based printing inks are added to some Bounty rolls. For additional information about the papermaking process, visit http://www.wipapercouncil.org/.
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5) Is it OK to use Bounty paper towels to clean my plastic eyeglass lenses?
Most opticians do not recommend using paper products to clean plastic lenses. Paper comes from wood. Wood fibers, even though very soft, can damage sensitive plastics. Check with your optician to see what is recommended for cleaning your plastic lenses.
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6) Is it OK to use Bounty paper towels in the microwave? Even printed towels?
Please consult your microwave oven manual on how to properly use paper towels in the microwave. There are no safety concerns anticipated in using printed Bounty towels, even for routine contact with food. Any paper product can burn if used improperly in microwave ovens.
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7) Are Bounty paper towels made from recycled material?
No. Bounty paper towels are made from virgin wood pulp.
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8) Can I use a Bounty paper towel as a coffee filter?
We haven't designed or tested Bounty for use as a coffee filter. The thickness and absorbency of Bounty are very different from that of coffee-filter paper.
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9) Why can't I find my favorite Bounty paper towel?
We offer lots of choices in Bounty paper towels because consumer preferences vary. Stores choose which versions they want to carry, so you might want to mention your interest to the store manager. Keep in mind that our printed paper towels are packed in mixed cases and retailers are not able to order a case of one particular pattern. It's also possible the one you like is temporarily sold out or is only available during a particular season. See a full catalog of all Bounty prints here.
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10) How can I contact Bounty with questions or comments?
Please visit the Contact Us page to pass along any questions or comments you have about Bounty. To speak with a consumer relations representative in the U.S., call 1-800-926-8689 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. EST, Monday through Friday, and mention that you visited our website.
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11) What is the advantage of using a Bounty paper towel rather than a sponge or a rag to avoid the spread of germs in my home?
Germs thrive in warm, wet environments, so the tools you use to clean around your home, such as sponges, dishcloths, and cleaning rags, also might be breeding grounds for germs. Just one day after use, more than 1 billion germs can grow in a damp sponge. Bounty thoroughly cleans, and then you throw the whole paper towel away, removing the potential breeding ground for germs. This helps avoid the spread of germs around your home.
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