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"MAINTAIN
YOUR MOP" - BASICS OF MOP CARE
Wet
Mops
Wet
mops come in a variety of yarns (cotton, rayon, synthetic and blends);
each one requiring its’ own care and maintenance according to manufacturers’
specifications.
There
are some general tips to extend the life of your wet mops, regardless
of use and design:
- condition
or "break-in" new mops with a mild detergent solution
- cleaning
with the top section of the mop can cause strands to shred, particularly
when using cut strand mops as opposed to the loop style
- strong
cleaning solutions such as lye and bleaches break the strands and should
be avoided where possible
- on
rough surfaces, mop in direction that minimizes snagging
- use
separate, different colored mops for separate tasks, ie: cleaning and
stripping
- remove
loose strands to prevent snagging and streaking
- rinse
and hang mops, strands down, in a dry, well ventilated area
Dust
Mops
- store
mops in a dry area with head up, not on floor
- shake
out or vacuum mops regularly to remove large dirt particles
- mop
heads should be laundered regularly; most mops come in both
- washable
and disposable styles
- use
a treatment (ie: water-based chemical) on your mop as it can help pick
up to 80% more dust
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