FAQ

What are Beeswax Wraps and What are they made of?

Devon Beeswax Food Wraps are a natural and zero-waste alternative to cling film, plastic food bags and aluminium foil. They are a great way to support your household into reducing the amount of single use plastic that is sent to landfill every week.  

The wraps can be used in the fridge or freezer and can be re-used after washing gently in cool water with a drop of dish soap, rinsed and air dried on the draining board. With care our beeswax wraps will last for up to 12 months.

The only magic ingredient not included is the warmth of y6ur hands to activate the food wraps so that they stick and mould to bowls, plates and to itself.

Ingredients

Our wraps are made from:

  • 100% cotton fabric OEKO-TEX (Standard 100) certified. The fabric has been tested to be free from any harmful levels of toxins or chemicals.
  • Food Grade BP Beeswax. Beeswax has antibacterial and anti-fungal (anti-mould) properties. It creates a waterproof seal within and upon the fibres of the fabric.
  • Food Grade (WW) Pine resin. Used in our special beeswax recipe this ingredient creates the stickiness of our beeswax food wraps.
  • Jojoba Oil, 100% organically certified. With antibacterial properties, the addition of oil creates a food wrap that can be malleable so it can be folded and moulded to metal or ceramic items or to itself with the warmth of your hands.

What sizes are your Beeswax Wraps and what can they be used for?

The Devon Beeswax Wraps are available in different sizes to suit the task in hand. They are suitable for use in the fridge and freezer if required. 

50cm x 50cm (available soon) - this size is suitable for covering large mixing bowls, covering leftover roasts, large pies and desserts once they have cooled down completely, large loaf of bread, forming large and colourful self-sealed platters or containers to hold party food. Very similar to our 40cm x 40cm below.

40cm x 40cm Very similar to the 50cm x 50cm on a smaller scale. Can also be used to form a large lunch pouch to contain a small baguette, sandwiches, fruit or food collection for a picnic or packed lunch.

  • To Cover  small mixing bowls when baking and cooking
  • To wrap small loaves of artisan or homemade bread (500g to 1KG)
  • To form a folded pocket/envelope for a packed lunch or fridge/freezer storage, pastries, sandwiches, small baguette, fruit. Great to wrap food for the freezer such as pre-shaped frozen soups, casseroles and stews, homemade burgers, fruit from the garden, nut loaf, cakes and dry ingredients.
  • Top form a cover for a dinner plate or bowl of food such as cake, leftovers for the fridge such as a small cooked chicken, nut roast, chocolate cake, tray bake, a small oven tray of lasagne, cottage pie or apple pie.
  • To fold into colourful containers or platters for a party table to hold, crisps, popcorn, cakes slices, bread rolls, savoury snacks or scones.
  • Can also be used to wrap gifts; a gift within itself!

30cm x 30cm - These are brilliant for wrapping packed lunch items such as sandwiches, savoury/sweet pastries, for covering small bowls, folding into popcorn or snack containers for parties, wrapping cheese, cake, and small desserts, Covering sliced melon for use later, providing a seal between lid and jar on large ceramic or glass storage jars, providing a lid on large jars. Can be used to cover a saucepan or small oven dish once cooled and then transferred to the fridge. They are excellent for wrapping pre-frozen items like soups and stews, homemade butter, 

  • A cover for small bowls and plates of food
  • To wrap sandwiches and small baguettes, pastries, cake, cheese
  • Great to wrap food for the freezer such as pre-shaped frozen soups, casseroles and stews, homemade burgers, fruit from the garden, nut loaf, cakes and dry ingredients.
  • To cover cut fruit and vegetables, leftover food in bowls or plates for storage
  • To form a small colourful tray or container for snacks and food for the party table, a couple of filled bread rolls,
  • To wrap small numbers of homemade cookies, flapjacks, cake slices or ch6colate brownies

20cm x 20cm - Very similar to the above 30cm x 30cm but on a smaller scale. This size is great for wrapping small pieces of cake or cheess for pack lunches, to cover small bowls and smaller pieces of vegetables and fruit. Can be used to form small containers for the party table and to seal wide mouth bottles and jars.

  • To cover small dessert bowls and plates of food
  • To make small pockets for packed lunches such as snacks and pieces of fruit or vegetables
  • To cover cut fruit and vegetables, or small pieces of cheese for storage
  • To wrap small homemade blocks of butter or unused portions for the fridge

15 x 15cm & 10cm x 10cm - These are our mini Devon Beeswax Wraps and are excellent for use in covering jars and containers as well as holding small quantities of treats and snacks.  They can be used to seal opened bottles of wine or oil, if you make homemade jams and preserves they make excellent jam jar coverings for gifts. 

How do I use my Devon Beeswax Wrap? 

Fold the beeswax wrap over the item and use the warmth of your hand and fingers to activate the stickiness in the wrap. Hold for a few seconds until warmed by you and the wrap will stick to a ceramic, glass or metal bowl or plate. The wrap can also stick to itself if needed. For a snug fit pleat at corners or whilst going around circular bowls, press the pleat fold to the wrap and bowl at the same time to stick together. 

For covering fruit and vegetables wrap around sliced area or item and stick the wrap to itself with the warmth of your hands and fingers. This will seal the open sliced side or encase the item. Place in fridge if needed.

To avoid prevent damage to your Beeswax Wrap and health and safety advice

  • The beeswax wraps are flammable. Keep away from a naked flame or high temperature heat sources.
  • Do not use to wrap to cover raw fish, raw sea food or raw meat.
  • Do not put in the oven (or on or near the top of the cooker hob), do not put into a microwave, dishwasher or washing machine or the beeswax mixture will melt.
  • Ensure your food or food container has completely cooled down before using the wraps. Heat will melt the beeswax coating and damage your wrap. This also includes strong sunshine.

Can I use my Beeswax Wraps with all foods?

Devon Beeswax Wraps are for use with food items however some foods should not be in contact with the Beeswax Wraps:

  • Raw Fish, Raw Shellfish and Raw Meat 
  • Nut, Wheat, Dairy and Honey Allergies

Made in a workshop that sometimes comes in to contact with nuts, wheat and dairy products. The Pine resin and beeswax may not be suitable for persons allergic to nuts and honey/beeswax. 

Q: How do I wash my Devon Beeswax Wrap?

The Devon Beeswax Wrap can be washed in cool water with a hint of dishsoap. Use a soft cloth to wipe away any debris or spills and then rinse in cool water. Air dry flat. 

Q: How do I store my Devon Beeswax Wrap?

The Devon Beeswax Wraps can be folded or loosely rolled up and placed in a dry and cool area out of direct sunlight. You may like to roll them loosley and use a wide mouth jar or utensil jar to put them in when not in use.