Microfibers

Microfiber in a professional wiping cloth

Size of the microfiber fiber used in the cloth:

Microfiber is a fiber with a count of less than 1 decitex. Decitex is the value in grams of 10,000 m of thread.
So a textile is microfiber when 10 km of thread weighs less than 1 gram . So the smaller the diameter of the thread, the more efficient the microfiber. The decitex number of the microfiber is therefore an important parameter on the performance of the microfiber cloth or fringe.
To give an idea of the diameters of the fibers it is useful to make a comparison with the different fibers that we know.
So a hair has a diameter of 60 microns.
5.5 decitex polyester with a diameter of 33 microns.
Wool fiber has a diameter of 20 microns.
Cashmere 16 microns, silk 12 microns, polyamide 1.2 decitex 11.4 microns, polyester 1 decitex 9.6 microns, polyester 0.5 decitex 5.5 microns and finally polyester 0.1 decitex 2.4 microns. This means that between a hair and a 0.5 decitex microfiber there is a ratio of 30 on the thickness.

Nature of the microfiber in the manufacture of the cloth:

Microfiber is made from synthetic fibers. The most commonly used fibers are polyamide and polyester.
It is the distribution of these two components which makes the characteristic of the microfiber used (70/30, 80/20...etc).
Each of these fibers has its own characteristics:
- Polyester is hydrophobic and therefore does not absorb water but is lipophilic and therefore absorbs liquid fats.
- Polyamide is hydrophilic and therefore absorbs water and lipophilic.
What are the benefits of a microfiber cloth for the user? To fully understand this point, you must have already understood the Sinner circle, which summarizes the cleaning action into 4 distinct parameters. Namely: chemical action (water and detergent), temperature, action time, and mechanical action (rubbing or brushing action). Microfiber increases the mechanical action and therefore reduces the time spent and also the quantity of detergent (including lower product consumption). The perfect combination is therefore the use of a microfiber and a disinfectant detergent.

Mechanical efficiency of the professional microfiber cloth

- Reduction in the number of passes required to clean a surface => PRODUCTIVITY
- Reduction of chemicals and inhalation of VOCs => SAFETY
- Weight of the fringes => ERGONOMICS
- Reduction of particulate contamination of ambient air => safety
- Reduction in surface drying time and risk of falling => PRODUCTIVITY and SAFETY

Microfiber therefore has several advantages:
- Visual cleanliness, resistance, disinfection efficiency, safety, economy, sustainable development

Professional Microfiber Cloths Frequently Asked Questions

How to use your professional microfiber cloth?

Dry use will ensure effective dusting thanks to the natural power of microfiber.
When used dry, the microfiber cloth acts by mechanical and electrostatic force to capture dust and loose particles. It is recommended to gently wipe the cloth over the surfaces, which will then act as a dust "magnet."
Wet use with water or a detergent or disinfectant solution will provide cleaning, degreasing and disinfection according to your hygiene plan.
For a deep clean, microfiber cloths should be lightly dampened with water or a suitable cleaning solution. After wringing, the cloth can then effectively capture grease and dirt and ensure effective disinfection if your detergent solution is formulated accordingly.
Microfiber cloth maintenance
After each use, it is essential to wash microfiber cloths thoroughly with a mild detergent, without fabric softener. Using fabric softener will cause the microfiber cloth to lose its electrostatic properties. Drying should be done in the open air or in a tumble dryer at a low temperature to preserve their effectiveness and, in particular, the properties of the fibers.

Why use a color code for the microfiber cloth?

In the workplace , implementing a color code is now a given in all areas. Whether it is for food brushes, where the choice of colored food brushes allows the identification of different preparation areas within the framework of the Haccp method, or in the use of cloths .
The microfiber cloth is no exception to this rule and the implementation of a color code on the microfiber cloths will ensure controlled hygiene.