How to Choose a Wiping Rag
The task of needing to choose a wiping rag for the job is easier than you might think. We will break down some determining factors for you. Once you have an idea of the job being performed it’s a lot easier to select the proper wiping cloth.
What do you need it for?
What task is being performed is the biggest factor but not the only one when choosing a proper wiping rag. We need to know if you are going to be wiping, cleaning, prepping a surface or sanitizing in order to help you select the perfect rag for the job. There is a big difference between cleaning a mirror in your house and soaking up 5 gallons of oil in the workshop. However, many of the rags we sell are multipurpose and can work for multiple environments.
Some things to take into consideration are:
Lint-free
When cleaning mirrors, windows, glass, furniture, or a vehicle you don’t want left over pieces of rag all over the place. Lint-free is the way to go. Our blue surgical towels are the perfect choice for this scenario.
Absorbency
Are you picking up liquid…or perhaps a LOT of liquid? If this is the case you want a good absorbing wiper, something designed to retain and hold liquid. In this case, choosing our white flannel rags would be the perfect choice.
Cost
We always suggest finding the best price point but keep in mind sometimes buying the cheapest wiper doesn’t save you in the long run. You want the right wiper for the job so as to not be wasteful. A tougher job requires a tougher wiper, and that might come at a cost.
Appearance
Does the appearance of the rag matter? What is the environment it will be used in? For medical, restaurant, or highly visible environments we suggest a nice-looking rag (e.g. not to grungy). For the garage, oil field, or a warehouse the appearance may not be as important (e.g. who cares what it looks like).
Once you have narrowed down these points you can visit our website where you can get detailed info about every rag we offer. If you need more help with how to choose a wiping rag please give A&A Wiping a call at (866) 922-7247.
How to Choose a Wiping Rag
The task of needing to choose a wiping rag for the job is easier than you might think. We will break down some determining factors for you. Once you have an idea of the job being performed it’s a lot easier to select the proper wiping cloth.
What do you need it for?
What task is being performed is the biggest factor but not the only one when choosing a proper wiping rag. We need to know if you are going to be wiping, cleaning, prepping a surface or sanitizing in order to help you select the perfect rag for the job. There is a big difference between cleaning a mirror in your house and soaking up 5 gallons of oil in the workshop. However, many of the rags we sell are multipurpose and can work for multiple environments.
Some things to take into consideration are:
Lint-free
When cleaning mirrors, windows, glass, furniture, or a vehicle you don’t want left over pieces of rag all over the place. Lint-free is the way to go. Our blue surgical towels are the perfect choice for this scenario.
Absorbency
Are you picking up liquid…or perhaps a LOT of liquid? If this is the case you want a good absorbing wiper, something designed to retain and hold liquid. In this case, choosing our white flannel rags would be the perfect choice.
Cost
We always suggest finding the best price point but keep in mind sometimes buying the cheapest wiper doesn’t save you in the long run. You want the right wiper for the job so as to not be wasteful. A tougher job requires a tougher wiper, and that might come at a cost.
Appearance
Does the appearance of the rag matter? What is the environment it will be used in? For medical, restaurant, or highly visible environments we suggest a nice-looking rag (e.g. not to grungy). For the garage, oil field, or a warehouse the appearance may not be as important (e.g. who cares what it looks like).