Micro-fibre cloth is set to take the cleaning industry by storm. Made from a blend of 30% Polyamide and 70% Polyester, this amazing cleaning cloth needs no added cleaning solutions. Simply by using it damp, you can clean every possible surface, including wood by micro-fibre's unique dirt-grabbing property. Try shaking the dust free from the cloth after wiping a surface, and you will see how it remains put. This means that you are not spending time wiping a surface only to have the dust particles dissipate and re-settle again after a few seconds.
Micro-fibre cloths attract dirt from all sorts of crevices, pulling dust and debris onto it's microfibers in much the same way as Velcro snatches on to it's opposing Velcro partner. Quite an amazing fibre cloth, it is wonderful for cleaning glass, mirrors, stainless steel, computer monitors and other shiny surfaces. All one needs is to dampen it in a little hot water and away you go. No need to purchase additional cleaners, even for windows.
You will find micro-fibre cloths under many brand names such as Blue Wonder, Method Micro-fibre, Microflite, etc. And prices vary too for these cloths - anything from $2 - $5 per cleaning cloth. Some of these micro-fibre cloths come with their own specialised type of cleanser - but most micro-fibre cloths are used without the necessity of any cleansing fluids or sprays. This is what makes them unique in their cleaning abilities.
By removing the necessity for purchasing additional chemicals, some which may be harmful to the environment, children or pets - one's home and office will definitely be greener, cleaner and more eco-friendly places.
Micro-fibre cloths are non-abrasive, anti-static, non-linting and soft as the softest suede. Test their softness by holding a micro-fibre cloth against your cheek. They are so soft, yet strong when it comes to dispersing oil, grease, film and other dirt from surfaces, which they do with great ease.
Because of the diverse cleansing properties micro-fibre cloth has, it is being used for a host of interesting products and has created a brand-new market which has the added advantage of not taking advantage of the purchaser's pocket. These include:
o Micro-fibre mitts (for cleaning difficult spots such as in cars and boats).o Terry cloths and towelling made from micro-fibre material (absorbent and soft).o Suede cloths and towels to wipe clean surfaces such as television sets, monitors, CD's, etc.o Micro-fibre waffle-weave cotton (super-soft, absorbent).o Micro-fibre optical cloths for cleaning spectacles, camera lenses and such delicate items.o Micro-fibre mop covers - wonderful for picking up dirt with ease on your kitchen or other tiled floors.
The ease of cleaning these items equates with the ease with which they pick up dirt. Simply toss them with other micro-fibre articles into your washing machine. Because they come in various colours, expect the colours to bleed in the first wash.
Do not; however, add fabric softener or bleach to your wash or the cleansing properties of your micro-fibre cloth will dissipate.
Happy cleaning!
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
"Are You Still Using Cotton Cleaning Cloths?"
Soft and absorbent cotton cleaning cloths are still great for projects such as polishing but get your hands on some microfiber cleaning cloths and you may put the cotton aside.
Microfiber cloths are made from a product you thought you left behind in the 70's, polyester (and nylon). This cloth is the wonder cleaning product of 21st century!
Why?
Soft and resilient microfiber can hold up to seven times it's weight in water and absorbs oil wonderfully! Also it's unique properties make it ideal for cleaning glass items as it leaves no streaks behind.
Microfiber is a great product to use if you would like to have a green more natural home especially when it comes to your cleaning products.
Unless you need to disinfect a surface with microfiber cloths you don't need a potentially toxic cleaning solution. Perfect when combined with just hot water microfiber can clean things like mirrors, windows, walls, and non-food or bathroom counters leaving just nothing but clean behind.
Some of the different microfiber cleaning tools you can find are...
1. Mop heads
2. Dusting cloths
3. Window cleaning cloths
4. Scrubbing cloths
5. Furniture cleaning cloths
Some tips to keep in mind when working with microfiber cleaning cloths:
As with most things you get what you pay for. If it looks cheap it probably is. The more plush towels with more and finer fiber heads are what to look for.
When using to clean rinse in hot water, wring it dry and then wipe what you are cleaning.
Don't use bleach or fabric softener when washing your microfiber cloths.
Wash your microfiber cloths without other clothing or fabrics. They will attract lint from these items and then you won't have that lint free shine anymore.
Dry them in the dryer (not too high of they will melt). Although I know some people hang them to dry.
Microfiber cloths are made from a product you thought you left behind in the 70's, polyester (and nylon). This cloth is the wonder cleaning product of 21st century!
Why?
Soft and resilient microfiber can hold up to seven times it's weight in water and absorbs oil wonderfully! Also it's unique properties make it ideal for cleaning glass items as it leaves no streaks behind.
Microfiber is a great product to use if you would like to have a green more natural home especially when it comes to your cleaning products.
Unless you need to disinfect a surface with microfiber cloths you don't need a potentially toxic cleaning solution. Perfect when combined with just hot water microfiber can clean things like mirrors, windows, walls, and non-food or bathroom counters leaving just nothing but clean behind.
Some of the different microfiber cleaning tools you can find are...
1. Mop heads
2. Dusting cloths
3. Window cleaning cloths
4. Scrubbing cloths
5. Furniture cleaning cloths
Some tips to keep in mind when working with microfiber cleaning cloths:
As with most things you get what you pay for. If it looks cheap it probably is. The more plush towels with more and finer fiber heads are what to look for.
When using to clean rinse in hot water, wring it dry and then wipe what you are cleaning.
Don't use bleach or fabric softener when washing your microfiber cloths.
Wash your microfiber cloths without other clothing or fabrics. They will attract lint from these items and then you won't have that lint free shine anymore.
Dry them in the dryer (not too high of they will melt). Although I know some people hang them to dry.
"What The Professional Window Cleaner Needs To Know About Window Cleaning Cloths"
If you are going to do anything professionally, you need to be really effective and really efficient. Cleaning windows professionally is no different. If you plan to make a living cleaning glass, you will want to use the best tools and techniques.
Thankfully, I am going to give you the inside scoop on what you need to use to detail the windows. If you have been using just any old rag to wipe your squeegee and to detail edges then you need to listen up.
Ditch the old t-shirts and underwear, the terry cloth rags, and old bath towels. You need to use the right cloths! Here are some better alternatives: 1) blue surgical cloths 2) a Scrim cloth 3) a really good microfiber 4) an old-school leather chamois
Surgical Cloths - also called ""huck towels"". These are lint-free cloths they use in medical settings to absorb blood and other bodily fluids. They are super absorbent an almost lint free. They are probably the top choice for most window cleaners because they are effective and easily available. You can order them form window cleaning supply companies on the internet or get them from most janitorial supply stores.
A scrim is your next best bet. I think they are a step up from the surgical towels in terms of quality and the results that you can get from them. However, they are more expensive, and you will most likely have to order one from an internet supplier. The scrim is made from very tough but absorbent linen fibers. It is a lot bigger than the surgical towels which is beneficial in the fact that you don't have to swap them out as much but can feel clumsy to some people. It takes a bit of getting used to. Also, you will need to wash it a couple of times to break it in.
Microfiber cloths are what a lot of people are using nowadays. They are, for the most part, pretty lint-free. Microfiber cloths are made from weaving super thin strands of polyester fibers. However, some of them are not as absorbent as cloths made of natural materials. With any material the quality varies considerably from product to product. If you want to use these to detail window edges, make sure you get only very high quality ones.
A few window cleaners still stick to the old-school standard: a leather chamois. These are entirely lint free because they are 100% leather. They have the advantage of not leaving any fibers on the glass or squeegee blade. However, they have the disadvantage of maintenance. You see, you need to care for you chamois like the fine piece of Italian leather it is. It may become stiff when it dries out, so you need to break it back in each time it dries out. A lot of old-school window cleaners swear by them, so you should at least give it some consideration.
Now, I have just discussed your detailing cloths. But I should also mention that you may want a separate cloth to deal with the water that will end up on the bottom of the sill after you've squeegeed the window. After all, you don't want to use up all your good cloths just to soak up water. What you will want here is something that will soak up water well and that you can then wring out. That way, you can use just one product instead carrying around 20 bath towels.
For this task, I would recommend a natural sea sponge, or a special type of synthetic cloth such as the Aquadry towel, or the Shamwow. These cloths are made from a material called PVA. It is a super absorbent material that can be wrung out easily. It feels rubbery to the touch when dry and kind of like a leather chamois when wet.If you are going to do anything professionally, you need to be really effective and really efficient. Cleaning windows professionally is no different. If you plan to make a living cleaning glass, you will want to use the best tools and techniques.
Thankfully, I am going to give you the inside scoop on what you need to use to detail the windows. If you have been using just any old rag to wipe your squeegee and to detail edges then you need to listen up.
Ditch the old t-shirts and underwear, the terry cloth rags, and old bath towels. You need to use the right cloths! Here are some better alternatives: 1) blue surgical cloths 2) a Scrim cloth 3) a really good microfiber 4) an old-school leather chamois
Surgical Cloths - also called ""huck towels"". These are lint-free cloths they use in medical settings to absorb blood and other bodily fluids. They are super absorbent an almost lint free. They are probably the top choice for most window cleaners because they are effective and easily available. You can order them form window cleaning supply companies on the internet or get them from most janitorial supply stores.
A scrim is your next best bet. I think they are a step up from the surgical towels in terms of quality and the results that you can get from them. However, they are more expensive, and you will most likely have to order one from an internet supplier. The scrim is made from very tough but absorbent linen fibers. It is a lot bigger than the surgical towels which is beneficial in the fact that you don't have to swap them out as much but can feel clumsy to some people. It takes a bit of getting used to. Also, you will need to wash it a couple of times to break it in.
Microfiber cloths are what a lot of people are using nowadays. They are, for the most part, pretty lint-free. Microfiber cloths are made from weaving super thin strands of polyester fibers. However, some of them are not as absorbent as cloths made of natural materials. With any material the quality varies considerably from product to product. If you want to use these to detail window edges, make sure you get only very high quality ones.
A few window cleaners still stick to the old-school standard: a leather chamois. These are entirely lint free because they are 100% leather. They have the advantage of not leaving any fibers on the glass or squeegee blade. However, they have the disadvantage of maintenance. You see, you need to care for you chamois like the fine piece of Italian leather it is. It may become stiff when it dries out, so you need to break it back in each time it dries out. A lot of old-school window cleaners swear by them, so you should at least give it some consideration.
Now, I have just discussed your detailing cloths. But I should also mention that you may want a separate cloth to deal with the water that will end up on the bottom of the sill after you've squeegeed the window. After all, you don't want to use up all your good cloths just to soak up water. What you will want here is something that will soak up water well and that you can then wring out. That way, you can use just one product instead carrying around 20 bath towels.
For this task, I would recommend a natural sea sponge, or a special type of synthetic cloth such as the Aquadry towel, or the Shamwow. These cloths are made from a material called PVA. It is a super absorbent material that can be wrung out easily. It feels rubbery to the touch when dry and kind of like a leather chamois when wet.If you are going to do anything professionally, you need to be really effective and really efficient. Cleaning windows professionally is no different. If you plan to make a living cleaning glass, you will want to use the best tools and techniques.
"Anti-Bacterial Microfiber Cleaning Cloth - How Does It Work?"
Microfiber has been called the 'wonder fabric' of the 21st century. It is a high tech, advanced synthetic fiber that is made up of microscopic threads that are several times thinner than a human hair. These threads are arranged in a criss-crossed pattern that creates microscopic 'holes'. This unique structure lends microfiber all its wonderful properties.
And what might these wonderful properties exactly entail?
For one, a microfiber cloth has tremendous capacity to absorb water and other liquids. All liquid molecules get locked in the 'hole' like structure mentioned above. Thus, a microfiber cloth can soak up gallons upon gallons of water and still remain dry. This makes it an ideal material for making sportswear, cleaning cloths, mops, etc.
Microfiber cloths are also great at collecting dust and dirt. This, once again, can be attributed to the unique structure that can collect dust particles. Consequently, this fiber is used extensively in cleaning equipment.
But one of the best benefits of this wonder fabric is its anti-bacterial nature. Simply put, microbes get trapped inside the criss cross pattern made by the microscopic fibers. This makes it one of the best tools you can find to clean your house - it is naturally anti-microbial, thus you don't need any expensive cleaning solutions or chemicals.
On the downside, microfiber cloth is still a bit more on the expensive side. While in the long term, using them will invariably save you money on cleaning solutions, their slightly higher upfron costs make them a bit unattractive for the average consumer.
But consider the fact that each cloth can last you several times longer than a regular cleaning cloth. When you factor in this quality, buying microfiber cleaning cloths starts making perfect sense.
And what might these wonderful properties exactly entail?
For one, a microfiber cloth has tremendous capacity to absorb water and other liquids. All liquid molecules get locked in the 'hole' like structure mentioned above. Thus, a microfiber cloth can soak up gallons upon gallons of water and still remain dry. This makes it an ideal material for making sportswear, cleaning cloths, mops, etc.
Microfiber cloths are also great at collecting dust and dirt. This, once again, can be attributed to the unique structure that can collect dust particles. Consequently, this fiber is used extensively in cleaning equipment.
But one of the best benefits of this wonder fabric is its anti-bacterial nature. Simply put, microbes get trapped inside the criss cross pattern made by the microscopic fibers. This makes it one of the best tools you can find to clean your house - it is naturally anti-microbial, thus you don't need any expensive cleaning solutions or chemicals.
On the downside, microfiber cloth is still a bit more on the expensive side. While in the long term, using them will invariably save you money on cleaning solutions, their slightly higher upfron costs make them a bit unattractive for the average consumer.
But consider the fact that each cloth can last you several times longer than a regular cleaning cloth. When you factor in this quality, buying microfiber cleaning cloths starts making perfect sense.
"Microfiber Cleaning Cloths Will Take The Hard Work Out Of House Cleaning"
While soft cotton cloths are a great option for cleaning, if you aren't using the newer technology in cleaning equipment, i.e., microfibers, you really are missing out on something.
Unlike ordinary cloths which are made from natural fibers, microfibers, as the name suggests, are made from microscopic polyester and polyamide fibers and are really, the cleaning material built for the 21st century.
For one, these microfibers are extremely soft and very resilient to damage. Their durability can make them last a whole lot longer than ordinary cotton cloths. They can be washed without any detergent, and if you are used to cleaning surfaces such as the kitchen counter or the floors with a cleaning solution, you will be very pleasantly surprised when you use microfibers. This is because they can be used with plain ol' water for cleaning purposes, no cleaning agents required. This means that over time, you will probably save hundreds of dollars in cleaning solution costs.
But the thing that really sets them apart is their quality of absorption. Microfiber cleaning cloths can hold 7 times their own weight in water. They can absorb up to 98% moisture, as compared to cotton which can absorb only 70%. Moreover, they are very powerful when it comes to scooping up dirt or dust; dust and grime particles get stuck in their web like molecular structure.
You can find microfiber cloths, microfiber mops, microfiber towels online. In terms of cost, these are slightly more expensive than your regular cotton cloths, but in terms of value for money, these simple can't be beaten.
Unlike ordinary cloths which are made from natural fibers, microfibers, as the name suggests, are made from microscopic polyester and polyamide fibers and are really, the cleaning material built for the 21st century.
For one, these microfibers are extremely soft and very resilient to damage. Their durability can make them last a whole lot longer than ordinary cotton cloths. They can be washed without any detergent, and if you are used to cleaning surfaces such as the kitchen counter or the floors with a cleaning solution, you will be very pleasantly surprised when you use microfibers. This is because they can be used with plain ol' water for cleaning purposes, no cleaning agents required. This means that over time, you will probably save hundreds of dollars in cleaning solution costs.
But the thing that really sets them apart is their quality of absorption. Microfiber cleaning cloths can hold 7 times their own weight in water. They can absorb up to 98% moisture, as compared to cotton which can absorb only 70%. Moreover, they are very powerful when it comes to scooping up dirt or dust; dust and grime particles get stuck in their web like molecular structure.
You can find microfiber cloths, microfiber mops, microfiber towels online. In terms of cost, these are slightly more expensive than your regular cotton cloths, but in terms of value for money, these simple can't be beaten.
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