While some may use traditional cotton rags, wipes and paper towels to clean a wide range of surfaces, microfiber cloths are actually the better option.
They mostly come from ultra thin polyester threads in combination with polyamide, which ‘effortlessly’ collect dirt and water. Polyester forms the towel structure, while polyamide creates more density and allows the towel to absorb better. Considering that polyester is cheaper than polyamide, in modern microfiber manufacturing, the blend ratio of the two materials are listed as 70/30 and 80/20 respectively.
Microfiber is usually woven, which means it contains a web of hook-like claws. These claws are the reason microfiber is so good at trapping particles, removing dirt and absorbing liquid. Based on its weave types, microfiber is divided into:
- Microfiber terry towel: knitted with terry loops
- Microfiber coral fleece towel: fuzzy textured and high piled
- Microfiber waffle weave towel: waffle patterned cloth
- Microfiber suede towel: flat textured with no pile
- Dual pile microfiber towel: one side of standard terry loops, the other side of extra long terry loops
- Microfiber pearl towel: tightly woven with short naps
- Microfiber glass towel: one ribbed, tightly woven side and a silky smooth texture on the other side
- Microfiber twisted terry towel: terry loop knits with longer pile.
Despite the different weave types, microfiber generally has the following qualities:
- Highly absorbent: some can even absorb liquid six times its size
- Strong and durable: some can be used over 300 times
- Light weight, easy to carry around, wrinkle free
- Cost efficient
- Effective dirt remover
Although all microfibers may share similar characteristics, there is some quality difference among the brands. In addition, there are also some microfiber cloths, which are specifically designed to clean off some certain surfaces. Some the best microfiber cloths in the market are as follows:
Mr. Siga Microfiber Cleaning Cloth
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This cloth is made of ultra soft materials, which function like non-abrasive cleaning rags. It generally works for removing grease from pots and pans, cleaning countertop area and mopping floors. It soaks water and does not leave any streak behind. With its high quality stitching and reinforced edges, this microfiber can be used hundreds of times.
Be sure that you wash the microfiber cloths after every use to increase their lifespan; they can be washed both in a washing machine and by hand.
Amazon Basics Microfiber Cleaning Cloth
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The product has a super soft texture with zigzagged edges, which means no scratch risk. It is the ideal microfiber cloth for maintaining the cleanliness of delicate surfaces, such as eyeglasses, monitors, camera lenses, cell phones and tablets.
E-Cloth Window Cleaning Pack
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Each pack consists of two cloths: one waffle weave cloth and a polishing cloth. The waffle weave is used to get rid of grime and dust. The polisher, on the other hand, is to remove streaks and give the crystal clear finishing touch to your mirrors, windows, windshields, and other glass surfaces.
With this cleaning pack, no detergents and sprays are needed. Simply grab the pack and prepare some water to get the job done.
The Libman Microfiber Sponge Cloth
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This product comes in three pack: two microfiber sheets and a quilted material right in the middle of the two. The combined materials function like a scrubber, which is perfect for deep clean both in the kitchen and bathroom.
E-Cloth Home Microfiber Cleaning Cloth Set
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Each set has 8 piece microfiber cloths, which they claim to be eco-savvy and guarantee to last for 3 years or 300 wash. The combination of precision engineered microfibers and water molecule will do the cleaning job without leaving any harmful residue.
The Meguiar’s X2000 Water Magnet Microfiber Drying Towel
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Especially made for automobile lovers, it cleans cars, RVs, boats, and motorcycles. High quality weave texture means it is reusable, gives off a spotless finishing touch, shorter drying time, and rust free vehicles.
One satisfied Amazon reviewer writes, “My husband’s restored car has a $10k paint job. He is extremely picky about what touches his car. I have purchased him several different towels. Towels he wouldn’t touch his car with. This one is different. He loves it.”
Master Manufacturing CleanGreen Microfiber Cleaning Gloves
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The gloves are static free, which means that they can easily collect pet hair and other potential allergens. They are also great to clean dusty hard to reach corners. Cleaning with a hand swipe is not impossible with these microfiber gloves.
Weiman Microfiber Cloth for Stainless Steel
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It consists of 80% polyester and 20% polyamide. The two sides of this cloth are used for different purposes: one to clean, the other side to polish. This soft microfiber is perfect to remove oil, dirt, and frime from stainless steel kitchen appliances, countertops, sinks and even grills.
All in all, the quality of microfiber products can be seen by its ability to clean, absorb, and how easy it is to dry after use. However, the best one for you should be decided based on the kind of material(s) you are going to use it for.
