We too easily tend to take a piece of paper towel to dry everything that comes to hand. And yet, despite its name, no, the paper towel cannot wipe everything! In the kitchen for example, if you have just cut a fruit on your cutting board, do not have the reflex to wipe it with a piece of paper towel. It will not remove all residue and bacteria. Nothing better than a scratchy sponge and dishwashing liquid to thoroughly clean your cutting board.