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If you use microfiber cleaning cloths, then you’ve probably discovered that there are different grades of cloth available for different tasks. Most manufacturers will carry at least 3 different types of microfiber cloths. So how do you know which one to choose?

Two things will help you to determine which type of cloth to use: 1) the type of surface you’ll be cleaning, and 2) the type of soil you’ll be cleaning.

1. Heavy-duty microfiber cloths are used for heavy-duty cleaning to remove deep soil and oils. These cloths are great for construction cleaning and locations like automotive shops.
2. Medium grade microfibers are used for dusting and medium-duty tasks like wiping countertops and sinks.
3. Microfiber cloths that have a suede-like texure are used for glass, mirrors and bright-work. These cloths are usually much thinner than the heavy-duty or medium grade cloths but are more tightly woven.

How do you know you’re buying quality microfiber cloths?

• Size. You should be able to fold the cloth in half, and then in half again. It should still be big enough to fit your entire hand.
• Polyester piping around the edge of the cloth. This helps the cloth to withstand many washings.
• Look for 80% polyester and 20% polyamide.
• Run the cloth across your hand. Does it seem to “catch”? This is caused by the dense fibers and indicates quality microfiber.
• Do a test. Take a small dab of hand lotion and smear it on a mirror. Then wipe with your cloth to see how many passes it takes to remove the lotion. A good quality microfiber cloth will remove the lotion in only one or two passes.

These aren’t scientific ways to choose microfiber cloths or test for quality, but “seeing is believing”, and once you’ve used a quality microfiber cloth and use the right cloth for the job, you’ll immediately see the difference.

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Most of the dust entered into your home or small office is through your entrance points, front and back door.  By placing the right kind of mats down you can eliminate some dust and cleaning time of your home or small office.  I suggest getting a professional mat you see at entrances of hospitals, which can be found at most janitorial stores.  They’re called walk-off mats.  They’re available in a variety of types, colors, and sizes.   The mats can be used inside and out.   The mats should be vacuumed or shake them outside to get rid of the dirt.  They can be hosed down and cleaned with all-purpose cleaner as needed.  The mats should be hung and let them dry completely after cleaning.

The results have been good for us with the use of walk-off mats.  I’m sure you will enjoy the benefit of having them in your home or small office also.