Shrink wrap and stretch wrap are two popular types of plastic films in the packaging industry, each with specific benefits ...

Now home chefs can cut down on waste by replacing them with W&P’s silicone stretch wrap. At just 3 mm, it’s about as thin as silicone can be without tearing.

The company says its stretch wrap is made from potato waste and performs the same as conventional plastic wraps, but is 100% compostable, and breaks down in less than 180 days.