A surprising number of people still clean their homes with sponges and cloth rags. While these are seemingly tried and true options, the reality is that there is a better way to enjoy a cleaner home.
With the magic of microfiber cloths, you can conveniently clean more surfaces in your home with superior results. Let’s look at why the right cloth makes all the difference.
What is Microfiber?
You only need to touch a microfiber cloth to know that it’s significantly different than the terry cloths and dish cloths that you might currently be using. The term “microfiber” refers to a material with exceptionally fine fibers.
Specifically, this cloth has fibers that are a maximum of one denier. A denier equals one gram of fiber for every 9,000 meters. One square inch of microfiber holds roughly 200,000 fibers. In comparison, the fineness of microfiber is about one one-hundredth the size of a strand of your hair.
How Microfiber Works Its Magic
This fineness gives microfiber its soft feel, but that’s not the most magical thing about it. The unique fineness allows the material to capture tiny particles that might otherwise be swept into the air with other types of cloths.
In addition, microfibers have a slightly positive charge while dust particles have a negative charge. This means that microfiber actually attracts the dust and hangs onto it like a magnet. At the same time, though, you can easily rinse the dust away. No special cleaning is required to maintain a microfiber cloth.
Benefits of Using Microfiber
When you switch from a sponge, rag, or even paper towels to microfiber cleaning cloths, you will benefit in exciting ways. Some of these include:
Microfiber Cleans Many Surfaces
From dusting your appliances and furniture to wiping down mirrors, glass, and appliances, microfibers can tackle many tasks.
You can even use it to clean kitchen counters, bathrooms, your car, and other areas that you may otherwise clean with a paper towel, sponge, or rag.
Microfiber Won’t Smudge Streak
One of the most frustrating aspects of cleaning glass and stainless steel is dealing with smudges and streaks. Because of the unique composition of microfiber cloths, smudges and streaks are never a problem.
Microfiber Works Wet or Dry
While you might not want to get your wood furniture wet, many surfaces in your home can be cleaned with your choice of dry or moist cleaning supplies. The exceptional cleaning traits of microfiber hold steady even when the material is wet.
No Chemical-Based Cleaners Required
When cleaning with paper towels, sponges, and rags, you understandably feel inclined to use glass cleaners, all-purpose cleaners, and other chemical-based products. Such products leave behind harmful residue and pollute indoor air. When you clean your home with microfiber cloths, no chemicals are required.
For tougher jobs, consider cleaning with natural supplies like distilled white vinegar, lemon juice, baking soda, and rubbing alcohol. Always test surfaces for damage before using a new cleaning method for the first time.
Caring for Your Microfiber Cloths
Because microfiber is so effective at trapping dust and other small particles, the cloth can get filthy fast. However, you don’t need to jump through hoops to remove the dust and get the most life out of your microfiber cloth. Instead, simply rinse the cloth using tap water.
The dust and dirt will fall right off. If you’re still in the middle of cleaning, keep in mind that a damp microfiber cloth can be used as effectively as a clean cloth. After cleaning, rinse and wring the cloth. Then, set it out to air dry before storing it away.
If you’ve cleaned areas that might be covered in germs, such as areas in your bathroom or kitchen, you should machine wash the microfiber cloths. Use the gentle washing cycle and either cold or warm water. Choose a dye-free detergent, and avoid using fabric softener or bleach. Don’t wash microfiber with other types of fabric. To dry, choose the tumble dry setting.
It’s not enough to clean your house regularly. How you clean it and what you clean it with play major roles in how clean your house actually is. Whether you’re challenged to find time to clean regularly or you’re frustrated and confused about the proper cleaning methods and supplies, TidyHere Boston can help. Learn more about our housecleaning services and schedule your first cleaning today.
