Restaurants, car washes, janitorial services and many more industries utilize bulk microfiber towels for a wide variety of cleaning tasks. Choosing the correct type of towel for specific tasks helps avoid scratches and streaks. The non-abrasive fibers are ideal for delicate surfaces, while their lint-free nature makes them perfect for glass and windows. Here's what to look for in microfiber cloths:

High Absorbency for Spills

Bulk microfiber towels provide more absorbent properties than materials like cotton. They can hold up to seven times their weight in liquid and dry much faster than a regular towel. Microfiber towels effectively clean spills, dry surfaces, and wipe down glass without leaving streaks. Their absorbent properties aid in the cleaning process, allowing for faster surface cleaning.

Thickness and Pile

Microfiber towels range in thickness, which can make them better suited for some cleaning tasks. When wiping glass or electronics, a thinner cloth is better for polishing. A thicker cloth absorbs larger amounts of water, which makes it ideal for heavy-duty drying applications like soaking up spills or drying a vehicle after it's been washed. The absorbency rate depends on the pile weight, which can range from 200 to 350 grams per square meter (GSM). At ERC Wiping Products, we offer a wide range of absorbent microfiber towels.

Gentle Cleaning Features

Microfiber materials demonstrate non-abrasive features, which are ideal for gentle cleaning. The ultra-fine fibers are often smooth, allowing the material to capture dirt, dust, or grime. This makes microfiber ideal for glass, mirrors, electronics or car paint. If you are looking for a towel with a little more scrubbing power, some people prefer our waffle weave microfiber because the ridges work well to remove debris without damaging the surface.

Hygienic Towels

Other features to look for include quick drying times, which makes microfiber cloths useful for hygienic purposes. This quality helps avoid mildew, bacteria buildup, and unpleasant odors. Other key benefits of microfiber towels can include:

• Reusability: For light cleaning, you may be able to reuse the towel a few times before washing. However, it's recommended to rinse it after each use to remove dirt and dust.
• Increased efficiency: The unique fiber structure allows microfiber to trap dirt and dust easier than traditional cotton rags.
• Reduced bacteria: Limits bacterial buildup by staying dry.

Durability

Businesses need long-lasting towels that will withstand harsh cleaning tasks without losing strength. Check if the waffle weave pattern has deep pockets to create more friction. This type of towel makes scrubbing easier or scooping up kitchen messes like food spills. For gentler cleaning tasks, look for loops that allow the cloth to glide over smooth surfaces to capture dust.

Due to the tightly woven synthetic fibers, microfiber cloths can withstand repeated washing without losing their strength. Their structure helps prevent fraying or wearing out quickly. The fibers are resistant to tearing and handle rough cleaning tasks. With proper care, microfiber cloths will last hundreds of washings when washed in cool water without bleach or fabric softener.

Grams Per Square Meter

The GSM refers to the density and weight of towels. Lower GSM offers lightweight properties and is ideal for general tasks; higher GSM cloths offer thicker and more absorbent properties. They're suitable for drying and heavy-duty cleaning. Choosing the correct density and weight will best help you with your specific task.

Choose Bulk Microfiber Towels

At ERC Wiping Products, we offer our microfiber towels in bulk 50-packs that are available in a variety of sizes and colors. These cloths are great for color-coded cleaning, where each color can be used to identify different departments or wiping applications. Our selection of microfiber towels includes traditional weave, glass cloth, suede microfiber, non-woven microfiber, and waffle weave. Check them all out today to determine which one is best for your application.