Modern cleaning materials are so strikingly different from Soviet gray rags that one cannot even dare to call them so disparagingly. But we will step over ourselves, since many of you, out of habit, are looking on the Internet for information specifically about rags, meaning by rags effective absorbent napkins and mops.
In this article we will organize a real battle of modern rags. Let's find out which ones are best used for wiping surfaces, which ones are best for wet and dry cleaning of floors, which ones are best for car care, and which ones are best not to buy.
Cheap means useless: a few words in defense of ordinary rags
Let's get this straight - we're not trying to convince you that you should only buy fancy microfiber cloths. Soviet gray rags made from batting can also be useful to you, as well as budget wiping material made from cheap waffle fabric.
From left to right - batting rag and waffle fabric
► Short-lived batting, for example, perfectly absorbs large volumes of water. A cheap cotton rag for 30-50 rubles (rags) is useful for cleaning large volumes of dirty liquid, in which you are unlikely to want to stain an effective absorbent microfiber cloth for 100-1000+ rubles.
► Thin waffle fabric will not “survive” even one wash in a washing machine, but due to the low price of 20-30 rubles per linear meter, this shortcoming can be easily forgiven. As well as the inability to wipe surfaces without streaks and residual wet marks. Because with its help you will remove up to 90% of contaminants dissolved in water using the “wet” method, simplifying the task with a microfiber cloth for 100-1000+ rubles.
Napkins made of batting and waffle fabric are the best option for the initial cleaning of contaminated surfaces. They will not serve you for long, but will help to significantly extend the “life” of much more expensive wipes for final wiping of surfaces.
Watch our video in which we tested cleaning wipes made from 8 different materials:
Why do streaks remain on glass?
Stains, stains and deposits remain on the glass after cleaning for many reasons. Even with perfect cleaning, unpleasant marks may remain. And the reasons for this phenomenon lie in the following factors:
- Cleaning in hot weather. Under the influence of direct sunlight, moisture quickly evaporates, which leads to the appearance of stains. It is for this reason that it is not recommended to clean windows in such weather.
- Incorrectly selected chemicals for washing. Some low-quality compounds may leave cloudy marks on the glass. In addition, abrasive particles can scratch windows and leave streaks.
- Incorrect cleaning method. Stains and stains may remain if all dust has not been removed from the windows first. Window cleaning is carried out in several stages, which are accompanied by the preparation of glass and the use of chemicals.
To wash a window without streaks and deposits, it is important to choose the right technology and cleaning products.
What rags are best for dusting and washing floors?
Modern rags for floor cleaning are called mops, and housewives simply call them replaceable mop heads. More than 80% of mops are made of microfiber, the rest are mixed (cotton with polyester) or synthetic/natural (acrylic or cotton).
Microfiber attachments, compared to cleaning cloths, have thicker fibers, from which solid or cut loops are formed. Some nozzles have abrasive inclusions designed to remove dried-on dirt. On sale you can also find advanced mops with polyamide slip strips for quickly washing smooth surfaces.
Looped microfiber nozzles with loops of different lengths are designed for washing floor coverings. For dry cleaning of floors and dusting of walls, we recommend using mops with long split loops made of acrylic or cotton and polyester.
► Note: the mop can be attached to the working platform of the mop using two pockets, Velcro, “ears” or buttons.
1 - split acrylic, 2 - split cotton-polyester, 3 - universal split microfiber, 4 - loop microfiber with slip stripes, 5 - microfiber with medium-length loops, 6, 7 and 8 - combined loop, 9 - Kentucky, 10 - abrasive
Read more about modern mops and mops in our large article “Washing floors correctly: life hacks for wet cleaning and choosing equipment.”
Criterias of choice
To choose the right product for cleaning glass surfaces, you need to know the features of each detergent. For washing windows and glass, the best option is microfiber products and cloths that contain a minimum amount of small lint.
It is recommended to give preference to rags with a porous structure - they better absorb excess moisture and do not leave streaks.
Flannel fabrics are a suitable option for washing glass. Wipes with a high terry content are better for wiping glass dry after cleaning.
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How to wash properly
Cleaning windows involves many difficulties and other problems. However, with the right technology, the cleaning process will be fast and high-quality.
If you use a spray detergent for cleaning, then you will need to first rinse the glass with clean water and wipe it.
If the window is heavily soiled, you first need to apply a soap solution with a sponge and let it drain over the entire surface. Then any detergent is applied. You will only need to move a napkin or other special product horizontally. The final stage is thorough polishing of the glass using a microfiber cloth.
Types and features
Today on the market for household products you can find a huge variety of products that make the cleaning process easier. Various manufacturers offer special wipes and devices for high-quality window cleaning without leaving any residue.
Synthetic suede
A napkin made of synthetic fabric has a porous structure and an indented pattern. Due to deep perforation and corrugated surface, the density of the fabric increases, which allows this product to effectively remove dirt without the use of chemicals. The faux suede cloth is sold in a special case.
A multi-layer napkin perfectly absorbs moisture due to the porous component, so the glass does not need to be wiped with a dry cloth afterwards. A double-sided product that does not leave lint or streaks on the glass should be stored damp.
Microfiber cloth
Microfiber cloths have a denser and smoother structure than regular microfiber products. How to use a microfiber cloth:
- place the napkin in warm water without adding chemicals;
- squeeze thoroughly;
- clean and wipe glass;
- Immediately after cleaning, a cloudy film appears on the surface of the glass, which immediately disappears.
If the surface of the window or glass is heavily soiled, you will first need to use a wet cloth. The cost of such a product varies from 700 to 1000 thousand rubles.
Magnetic sponge
This miracle product also allows you to clean and clean windows without the use of special detergents. However, in addition to this, a cloth with magnets for cleaning windows has a significant advantage over other products. In appearance, this is a modernized device, which is made of two parts: a white soft sponge and a rubber scraper with a built-in magnet. How to use a magnetic sponge:
- moisten the device on both sides (for particularly heavy contamination, you need to add detergent);
- grab the handle and press the devices against the glass surface from the inside;
- press the other half of the device with the cord to the outside so that the different parts of the magnetic sponge are mirrored;
- Wash the glass surface using normal movements.
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The only disadvantage of this device is that it is only suitable for washing single glasses. A magnetic sponge will be most useful if you need to clean windows that are located quite high. The cost of such a device depends on the manufacturer - there are products from 1 to 5 thousand rubles.
Where is it profitable to buy rags for any surfaces in bulk?
In our online store you can buy woven and non-woven rags for wet cleaning of the house wholesale or retail at inexpensive prices from the manufacturer. With their help, the cleaning process will turn into a pleasant, non-labor-intensive event. The cleaning cloth does not leave lint and has high absorbency. Can be used on any surface. Withstands repeated washing.
Among the assortment presented in the catalog, you can choose and buy cleaning napkins and rags in bulk from the manufacturer at a competitive price. Products: napkins, sponges, and other devices for wiping surfaces, presented both in individual packaging and in sets.
All products are of high quality and make the cleaning process easier for residential, commercial, premises, catering establishments, retail and other areas.
The principle of operation of special cleaning rags
These napkins and rags are made of special thin fibers that have increased absorbency. Rags made from Japanese microfiber have a capillary effect. Some have built-in silver ions to disinfect surfaces being treated. Other innovative cleaning products are made from cotton mixed with bamboo fiber and have a porous tubular structure. Non-woven material is used for production. Chemical-free cleaning cloths absorb grease and dirt stronger than usual.
Housewives use chemical-free cloths to clean the kitchen
New smart products replace classic dish sponges, which quickly become greasy and become unusable. Rags and rags from old things smell unpleasant after cleaning and need to be washed using chemicals.
Innovative wipes are moistened with water and wiped dirty surfaces. They effectively remove grease, dirt, and carbon deposits from frying pans and stoves. They don't leave streaks.
Note! A room cleaner only needs 1 universal rag to quickly clean up the mess. For a more thorough approach, it is worth buying a set of special products.
Assortment of cleaning products
There are various types of chemical-free products for successful and quick cleaning in the house:
- universal napkins;
- wipes for washing and disinfecting dishes;
- glass wipes;
- care mittens;
- discs for processing hard-to-reach places;
- kitchen cleaning sponges;
- mops for cleaning floors and other surfaces.
