Correct Procedure for Mopping with Microfiber
Step 1:
If
you’re microfiber mopping your home or other relatively small areas with one or
two mops it’s best to wet the mop in a sink or small bucket then roll it up
and wring it out by hand. If you want to use a disinfectant or cleaner add the
concentrate to water in a clean sink or bucket, then wring the mop out by
hand. The mop doesn’t need to be soaking wet, just damp.
Or
If
you have a bigger job, such as microfiber mopping hospital patient rooms, classrooms,
etc., it’s best to pre moisten several mops at a time. Pads can be rolled in a
15 qt container (holds approx. 20 pads). Disinfectant solution can then be
added at a rate of 4-5 oz. per pad. With this method pads should be allowed to
wick for several hours. Pads can also be dampened in a bucket and wrung out
before use.
Step 2:
Place
the unrolled wet mop or dust mop on the floor you intend to clean with the
blue (wet) or green (dust) side down. Then place the handle and frame on to
the pad, the frame should be centered on the pad so about an inch of the pad
is overlapping the frame on each side.
Step 3:
Moving
the mop through the room in a systematic way, mop the entire floor surface.
Use what is known as “leading edge cleaning” meaning always have the same end
of the mop moving forward. In other words, as you walk backwards through the
room working the mop side to side, twist the handle to turn the mop, almost in
a figure eight motion, so the same edge of the mop is always in front. This
will prevent dust and dirt from being left behind.
Step 4:
When finished using the mop lift
it up and gently separate the mop from the frame. Be careful not to let the
dirt and debris that you just mopped up fall back onto the floor. Use a damp
microfiber towel to pick up any dirt and debris on the floor where you
finished mopping.
Step 5:
When it comes time to wash your
soiled microfiber mops follow these washing
instructions.