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Micro Fibering? - cleanerguy - 09-24-2014
What can you tell me about any success with the microbeast.
I have been using ds2 with the Cimex but I want to remove more soil, it is in a office with there shop right there.
When I rub a spot with a micro fiber towel there is one heck of a difference.
Thanks
RE: Micro Fibering? - JuddBowers - 09-24-2014
Microfiber versus Cotton & Paper
What is microfiber and why does it out perform cotton & paper towel?
Polyester and polyamide are very fine threads which create the high quality microfiber towels we use today. Described to be hundred times thinner than a single strand of human hair and ten times finer than silk; microfibers are extremely fine compared to that of a cotton strand. Polyester is a lyophillic polymer or has affinity to oil that allows oil to cling directly to the fibers fast. On the other hand, water also easily adheres to microfiber since it is hydrophilic. Microfiber works well in storing dirt and dust at the same time, absorbs water tremendously even up to seven times or 600% its weight in liquids, dirt and other elements. Dirt particles cling, and are attracted to the finely wedged shaped fibers of microfiber, where as a cotton towel only pushes dirt and dust from one place or another. Such great characteristics allow microfiber towels to quickly remove dirt and leave surfaces completely clean.
Microfiber out performs cotton because of its admirable polyester and polyamide fibers that are strong and ensure durability. It's resistance to stretching and shrinking that guarantees shape retention. Other than that, it is also wrinkle, mildew, abrasion resistant due to its highly elasticity. Moreover, it is resistant to most chemicals, retains heat-set pleats and crease, and is easily washed even only with clear water or mild soapy water. In comparison to cotton, a microfiber will absorb 98% moisture, while cotton can only absorb at best 70%.
The use of a microfiber towel does not only ensure cleaning and absorbing efficiently, but is also environmentally friendly and hypoallergenic (safe for human and pet skin). For one, it breaks down and absorbs mud surfaces, two, it is reusable many times before washing, three, it is convenient and easy to clean with. Technically, microfiber can help reduce up to 90% of the consumption of cleaning materials in your home, most especially in the kitchen and bathrooms. Cotton towels require more effort when removing stubborn dirt and dust, they smear mud onto surface pores, they stay wet and breed mold and mildew; they are bulky and hard to handle and finally require immediate cleaning after using.
Microfiber consists of very fine polyester and polyamide fibers that execute to be excellent dust and dirt eliminators, quick and effective absorbers, easy drying, environmentally friendly, creating the ultimate, cost effective cleaning cloth. With microfiber you get rid of the typical bulky cotton towel which only pushes away dirt instead of ideally cleaning the surfaces. Say goodbye to stubborn household dirt, germs, dust and bacteria and try microfiber towels today.
The microbeast perform well on residential types of carpet, but in a commercial setting they're just mediocre. A very large % of the pad is polyethylene which doesn't extract and the center is a very poor quality foam.
You're best bet is a fiber plus followed by a solid microfiber or terry cloth bonnet IMO.