Know Your Paper: Eucalyptus, Pure, Recycled, and Bamboo

In the janitorial industry, paper products such as toilet tissue, hand towels, and napkins are everyday essentials. For wholesalers and resellers, choosing the right paper type for your customers is about more than just cost, it is about performance, sustainability, and meeting end-user expectations.

At Blake & White, we manufacture a wide range of paper products designed for professional cleaning and hygiene needs. To help you make informed purchasing decisions, here’s a breakdown of the four main paper types: eucalyptus, pure (virgin pulp), recycled, and bamboo.

 

 

Eucalyptus Paper

Eucalyptus paper is produced from fast-growing eucalyptus trees (usually purpose grown). Its fibres are naturally short, giving the paper a softer feel compared to alternative paper sources. This makes it particularly popular for products like toilet tissue.

Key benefits:

• Naturally softer texture
• Renewable, quickly replenished tree source
• Great balance of softness and strength

Best for: Toilet tissue and premium hygiene products.

Pure (Virgin Pulp) Paper

Often referred to as "pure" paper, this option is made from new, virgin wood pulp rather than recycled fibres. It delivers excellent whiteness, absorbency, and strength – characteristics many professional settings demand.

Key benefits:

• Bright, clean appearance
• Strong, absorbent, and consistent quality
• Highly reliable in demanding environments

Best for: Hand towels, napkins, and any setting where durability and hygiene are critical.

Recycled Paper

Recycled paper is manufactured from post-consumer and post-industrial paper waste. It has become increasingly important as businesses aim to reduce environmental impact and meet sustainability targets.

Key benefits:

• Environmentally responsible choice
• Reduces landfill and saves natural resources
• Cost-effective for large-scale use

Best for: High-volume janitorial applications such as industrial hand towels and everyday washroom use.

Bamboo Paper

Bamboo is one of the fastest-growing renewable resources on the planet, making it a strong contender in sustainable paper production. Its long fibres provide strength while maintaining softness, offering a premium eco-friendly alternative.

Key benefits:

• 100% renewable and rapidly regenerating resource
• Naturally strong and absorbent fibres
• Aligns with eco-conscious purchasing policies

Best for: Businesses seeking high-performance paper with strong sustainability credentials.

Helping You Choose the Right Option

Each paper type has unique advantages, and the right choice depends on your customers’ needs. Whether your buyers prioritise softness, cost efficiency, sustainability, or premium quality, browse our range of Purely paper products here.

At Blake & White, we support wholesalers and resellers with consistent supply, competitive pricing, and a wide variety of paper solutions, so you can deliver exactly what your customers need.