How to Use Large Microfiber Flat Mops Effectively
To get the most out of your large microfiber flat mop, follow these tips for both dust mopping and wet mopping:
Dust Mopping
Preparation
Ensure the microfiber pad is clean and dry before use. Attach it to your mop quickly and adjust the height of your mop handle so it is around chin-height.
Technique
Start at one end of the room and work your way to the other, using long, overlapping, figure-8 strokes. This method ensures that you pick up all the dust and debris without scattering it around.
Maintenance
Shake out the pad as needed during the dust mopping process to maintain its effectiveness. After use, toss your pad into the washer.
Wet Mopping
Preparation
Attach a clean, damp microfiber pad to the mop head. Avoid using excessive water, as microfiber’s high absorbency means you need less moisture to clean effectively. You can use a spray bottle with your preferred floor cleaner. Then simply spray and mop.
Technique
Mop in a figure-eight pattern working backwards to cover the area efficiently. For stubborn spots, apply a bit more pressure or soak the spot with all-purpose cleaner and go over the area several times with the mop.
Maintenance
Instead of rinsing and wringing out your pad as needed, invest in a few pads and swap the dirty one out for a clean one as you go. A high-quality mop pad should be able to clean quite a large area, so you may only need to swap the pad out once — if at all — depending on the size of the space. Then toss the dirty pads into the wash with your microfiber dust mop pads.