The invention of microfiber mop is a cleaning technology breakthrough and has been widely used by many people in maintaining a clean and healthy environment. This type of mop usually has a swivel flat head and attached with a light weight handle. The microfiber pad is usually attached to the mop head with Velcro for easy replacement and removal. These pads are commonly categorised into 2 types which are the dry and wet category. The dry pad is designed for dust mopping while the wet pad is used with water or cleaning solutions.
This type of mop provides great cleaning ability as the microfiber yarn has a magnetic pull that lifts, traps and clings the dust and dirty particles from the surface easily. Besides, it is environmentally friendly as it does cleaning job without the need to use harsh and expensive chemicals. It is most suitable for residential use as it does not expose the children or anyone that have allergy or skin sensitive problems to the floor cleaning chemicals. In addition microfiber mopping is much easier, quicker and efficient and requires less effort. To remove stubborn dirt on the floor, all required is just soak the wet pad into water or simple cleaning solution, then attach it to the holder and scrub the surface. After cleaning, the pad can be simply removed and laundered. There is no need to carry a pail of water to constantly rinse the mop head.
It is suitable to use for areas that need constant and quick clean up. The mop design makes it handy and easy to use even for hard to reach areas, corners or uneven surfaces such as ceilings, along base boards, stairways and under counters. It does not require repeated bending to wring the mop which reduces the potential in straining the back, shoulder or elbow. Besides, it is cost effective in the long run as it can last longer and much more durable than the standard cotton mop. The microfiber pad can be washed in the washing machine after each use and can be laundered up to 500 times. If maintained properly, its useful life is about ten times as long as a normal mop.