Frequently Asked Questions
Is cleaning with a microfiber mopping system faster than traditional mopping systems?
Microfiber mopping systems can be up to 45% faster than conventional mopping systems.
How much longer should a microfiber mop pad
lasts compared to traditional mops?
Microfiber tests have shown that they last
up to ten times longer than traditional mops.
Can microfiber be used for petroleum based spills?
Microfiber
content is chemically resistant to petroleum based products and may be used on oils and grease.
Should fabric softener be used when washing microfiber?
Fabric softener will damage the microfiber strands and prevent the microfiber from being effective
by coating and clogging the strands.
Can
disinfectant cleaners be used with microfiber?
Microfiber can be used with
disinfectants as long as manufacturer’s guidelines are followed when diluting chemicals.
How many times may a microfiber mop pad be laundered?
Independent tests have shown that microfiber mop pads can typically last up to 500 washings compared
to 55 washings for traditional loop mops.
May
chlorine bleach be used on microfiber?
Chlorine bleach will cause irreversible
damage to the microfiber products; however oxygenated bleach will not cause damage to microfiber products.
What type of detergent should be used to wash microfiber?
Only alkaline detergents with a ph Level of 10 or less should be used on microfiber.
What is the maximum washing temperature for
microfiber products?
The washing temperature should not exceed 200 degrees
Fahrenheit or 95 degrees Celsius.
What
is the maximum drying temperature for microfiber products?
The maximum drying
temperature should not exceed 140 degrees Fahrenheit or 60 degrees Celsius.
What is the difference between glass and general purpose cleaning cloths?
Microfiber glass cloths have a tighter weave that improves the cleaning of glass surfaces, while
general purpose cloths have a looser weave that allows more dust to be captured by the fibers.