Definition
When it comes to microfiber cloths, there are a number of varieties to choose from depending on the thickness of the cloth, the weaving patterns, size and color. A number of microfiber cloths being sold in the market are made from a combination of polyamide and polyester. For service contractors focused on maintenance of buildings, all these things can get very confusing. The thing here is how can these service contractors educate themselves on how to maximize the usage of microfiber?
Microfiber is defined as a synthetic material made out of a conbinati0on of polymer and polyester bound and combined together to create a micro strand. These micro strands are the sliced into small fibers then are all interwoven to produce cleaning materials like towels, mops and rags. With the characteristic of being capable of wiping of dirt at a ninety-nine percent success rate, microfiber cleaning materials are far more effective than cotton based cleaning materials.
Graded
With regards to major manufacturers of microfiber, there is one company that is making use of a system that grades the microfiber products they produce. An example of this grading system is that their most heavy duty microfiber product has the capacity to absorb the punishments and torture of constant washing in commercial establishments that need to be cleaned every minute and can withstand and absorb oils and dirt that has been stuck to the surface for a long time. The grading system goes by this simple ranking . . .
1. best
2. better
3. good
The one thing that can and might confuse the consumer is to choose the right microfiber for the job at hand. The rule of thumb when it comes to microfiber is that those cloths that are thicker are more sturdier than those of a lesser density. Thicker cloths mean more clean surfaces and can be washed a lot more times than the thinner ones.
But as a consumer do not be fooled by thinking that a fluffy microfiber cloth is a thick cloth. It does not follow. The thing to look at is the micro strands. If the micro strands are woven really tight, then the product is of the best grade. If those micro strands are not tightly woven, they will appear fluffier and probably fool the customer that it can absorb more dirt than those cloths that are tightly woven and are stiff to the touch. The thicker microfibers are more suitable for light and heavy cleaning because the thickness allows these cloths to be more versatile. A thin but tightly woven microfiber is better suited for cleaning window panes, glass and mirrors. Thicker microfibers made into mops are made for scrubbing floors.
One good test that you can do as consumer is to put lotion on your mirror and pass your microfiber cloth to wipe it off. Take note of how many times you passed the microfiber cloth before you get all the lotion off. The best grade of microfiber has the capacity of cleaning all the lotion in two passes at the most. Another test that you as a consumer can perform is to simply run the microfiber cloth on your skin and if the cloth offers a good grip on your skin, then it is best grade.
Testing
One thing you can do as a consumer is to write down all the necessary information before you test a microfiber cloth. The information that you need to take note of are the following . . .
- work surface about to be cleaned
- What kind of dirt is involved
- The type of job at hand
- The type of surface that the microfiber will be used on
- Bad the total measurement of the area to be cleaned
No matter what results will be, there are some signs of what kind of microfiber you will need to clean this area the next time you do so. These tests will let you know what type of microfiber cloth you will purchase the next time around with all these considerations in mind.
What microfiber can do that other cloths can not
Through word of mouth, microfiber has been gaining popularity because of its capacity to clean surfaces giving out almost one-hundred percent effectivity. Friends of friends often give their friends microfiber as a present which they say will make all cleaning chores easier for them. Microfiber cloths appear to be just plain towels that have been folded in their package. It feels so soft to the touch. A lot of users stand witness to the cleaning capacity of microfiber cloths and their sturdiness and longevity. People who have done tests with microfibers have been impressed with the personal test results that they have achieved and they have spread the word as well.
Today these people who have been presented with microfiber cloths are now converts and now swear by the power of microfiber cloths and its cleaning capacity. There are a lot of reasons why people like to use microfiber cloths for cleaning.
One of these reasons is the composition of these microfibers. They are made from twenty percent polyamide and eighty percent polyester. When these elements are combined they form what is called a synthetic filament that are all weaved then these filaments are sliced sections of sixteen with the equal number of spaces in between slices. Each of these filaments measure a tiny twentieth of a strand of the finest silk one can find.
Now the question is how do people equate the composition of microfiber cloths to its cleaning power? Here is one possible answer. As these filaments are sliced, the wedge shaped filaments become a competent remover of dirt. It is the wedge shape of these filaments that make microfiber a powerful tool for cleaning. When microfiber picks up any form of dirt, it has the capacity to store the dirt and only lets go of it when the microfiber cloth is rinsed with hot water. Even if you use microfiber cloths for cleaning extensively, these cloths will normally last for up to two years.
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