A better alternative to rugs and sponges
Do away with rags, sponges for any kind of cleaning requirements, since microfibers are a better alternative. For cleaning of soft surfaces, like computer screens, photographic lenses, using microfiber cleaning cloths is the ideal choice. For those who do not know, microfibers are fine, synthetic fibers measuring one denier. These fibers can be polyester, polyamides and yarns are made of these fibers. Yarns are then used to make cloths using various methods and based on these processes, they are called non woven, woven or knitted. These fabrics are soft and are effective cleaning materials. These fabrics can hold a large amount of water and can absorb oil and greasy stuff. Since the fibers used a very fine, the cleaning cloths of microfibers leave no dust particles behind. Also, these will not cause scratches on any smooth surface.
They make very good cleaning materials and that is why microfiber towels and mops are so common these days. Microfiber towels are very effective in cleaning cars; whether it is cleaning of glass, plastic, or wooden surface; cleaning of furniture, fine jewelry items, silverware, or glass pieces. For professional cleaning requirements, microfiber mops, though expensive than other alternatives, are commonly used now. These mops uses very less water, are lightweight and very easy to maneuver.