The microfiber mop is the newest mop on the market. We continue to get the question from our customers, “how does it really stack up against the conventional mop that my business has been using for years?”

To start lets discuss microfiber. The fibers of a microfiber mop are a 1/16 the thickness of human hair. The fibers are a blend of microscopic polyamide and polyester and are split to create microscopic hooks that act as claws to pick up  dirt, dust and grime.

Even though the mop appears overly thick, microfiber mops can actually hold 6 times their weight in water. When you are done lightly wring it out and it can be laundered in a standard washing machine. Another great feature is microfiber mops  come with lightweight handles that are also extremely durable. This makes the mop easily maneuverable.

So, here are some of the benefits to using a microfiber mop:

• No need to rinse and wring
• Microfiber is a lint-free synthetic fiber
• Mopping is less tiring, easier, more efficient
• Very absorbent so it hold a sufficient amount of cleaning solution, without dripping
• No need to re wet the mop pad so the floor dries quickly
• Significant reduction in the amount of water and chemicals used
• Studies indicate that use of microfiber mops/pads can use 95% less water and chemicals

So now what about the conventional wet loop mop that so many businesses are fond of.

The main issue with wet loop mops are the combination of chemicals they pick up. Most floor cleaners contain extremely harsh chemicals which may be harmful to human health and the environment. These mops use large amounts of water which in turn means the majority of chemicals stays on the floor.

Wet loop mops cannot be laundered. So their life expectancy is not as long as microfiber mop.

So, here are some of the benefits to using a wet loop mop:

1. Mopping the floor;
2. Preparing and changing the cleaning solution;
3. Wringing the mop before and after jobs;
4. A thorough clean by a “pro” takes about 10 minutes for a typical 15 x 15 room.

Now that we have seen the pros and the cons there really isn’t one better than the other. Both serve very different purposes. Wet loop mops still work the best for high traffic areas and greasy floors. Microfiber mops guarantee disinfecting  with out the danger of chemicals.

So which one?

The answer is here at Seton we recommend you use both to get the ultimate cleaning results for a clean and healthy work place.

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