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Wet Mop Facts
YARN
Specific yarns accomplish specific tasks. That is why there are so many types and sizes of mops. To obtain optimum efficiency and value from a wet mop it is important to select the right yarn for the job.
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Cotton
• Cotton has a hollow cell structure for maximum absorption.
• Fibers are shorter and have lower tensile strength than synthetic fibers.
• Natural fiber requires a break-in period. All new mops should be hand washed in warm soapy water and rinsed in cold water to remove natural oils that can inhibit absorption.
• Cotton mops can be laundered on a limited basis.
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Rayon
• No break-in required. Maximum absorption at first use.
• Clean and fresh appearance.
• Prone to continuous shrinkage when exposed to excessive heat.
• Faster absorption rate as compared to cotton yarns.
• Lower wipe dry performance as compared to cotton yarns.
• Low linting properties, ideal for applying floor finish.
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Blends
• Absorption performance of moisture hungry rayon and cotton fiber combined with abrasion resistance and strength of acrylic and polyester fiber.
• Synthetic fibers add durability and color and fight bacteria.
• The professional choice for launderability and longevity.
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Non-Woven (DuPont Sontara®)
• Very economical with no break-in period.
• Better particle pick-up.
• Better floor drying, ideal for mopping high traffic areas.
• Easy to clean and low to non linting.
• Lighter, fast drying promotes resistance to bacteria. |
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