Consider these Attributes when Shopping for Janitorial Mops

The appearance of your building speaks volumes about your company’s attention to detail and professionalism. Keeping your building spotless and safe is easy when you choose the right cleaning supplies, including janitorial mops. Before you buy, consider these attributes to find the best mops for your needs.

Cut vs. Looped Ends

Commercial mops have different ends, some being looped and others cut. The latter option tends to last longer and has a wider cleaning path. Employees, as a result, can clean quickly without having to exert as much energy. Since the ends have been looped, you don’t have to worry about them getting tangled throughout the cleaning job.

The main advantage of cut-end mops is their affordability. Less expensive than their looped-end counterparts, these mops still provide great cleaning power but must be washed by hand and may not last as long as looped-end mops.

Material

Today, mops are made out of many different materials, from cotton to synthetic. Cotton mops are often ideal for general cleaning. They absorb and retain water quite well and don’t take a long time to dry. This type of commercial mop is great for nearly any hard flooring type.

A mop made from cotton/synthetic material will last longer and produce less lint than a cotton mop. They are more costly, but you won’t have to replace them as often.

If you are looking to give floors a shine that impresses, mops made out of rayon are ideal. Not only are they highly absorbent, they are also mildew-resistant. They won’t produce lint and they can dry quickly, just like cotton mops.

The Great White® commercial finish mop is made from a lint-free, high-tech filament yarn that reduces worker fatigue by gliding rather than dragging. You’ll feel like the mop is floating, and you’ll never go back to using a regular finish mop after using the Great White®.

The Great White® also produces more even coats thanks to the yarn’s ability to hold the finish with surface tension. The finish is released more evenly and more completely as it glides across the floor. This also means that you waste less finish — saving up to 15% of your finish costs.

The high-tech filament used to create the Great White® commercial finish mop is not capable of linting. You’ll immediately notice a smoother finish that will stand up longer to traffic because there are less surface blemishes and fewer contaminates.

We’ve also redesigned the Great White® Flat Finish Mop with open mesh backing for an unrestricted flow-through to the floor. This innovative mop offers a no-lint finish, a glossy initial finish, even application, less fatigue and easy rinsing using just warm water.

Choosing a mop requires a little research and planning. After considering factors like mop material, size, and the type of cleaning jobs you have in mind, you can select one that is perfect for your company. In turn, cleaning can be a safe, easy process for your employees.

Source:
6 Common Mop Types and What They’re Used For, housekeeping.about.com