Proper
mop maintenance can make your mops last up the 5 times longer
and help you do a much better job of cleaning your floors.
Here are some simple steps to follow:
Before using a mop head clean in warm water to make sure
that any chemicals that were used on prior used are rinsed
out.
Let
the mop wringer rinse the mop. Do not twist the wet mop in
the wringer this can loosen the wet mop strands.
Try
not to leave the mop in the mop water over night, this can
bread bacteria and also weaken the wet mop fibers.
After
using your wet mop heads soak in hot water for up to 10
minutes and then rinse thoroughly.
Hang
mop heads to dry after soaking, this prevents mold forming
on the mop.
Try
to have a mop a different mop head for different types of
jobs especially if your using more than one type of floor
cleaner.
Launder your wet mops heads on a regular basis this will
prevent your mops being broken down by chemicals and should
prevent mold. Make sure to use a mop head laundry bag so
that the mops don't tangle.
When
washing your wet mop try not to use bleach. Bleach will
break down your mop fibers over time. Use a mild
disinfectant that is suited to mop laundering.
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