Products Used At Work

POLO COLORED T-SHIRTS WIPING RAGS are a lightweight cotton wiping rag blended material that makes this efficient, for water, grease or oil.

Economically priced.

25 & 50 Pound Cases.

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Absorbent Rags Are Used in Cleaning Pet Stains from carpets
Absorbent Rags Are Used in Cleaning Pet Stains from carpets


First, blot up any liquid by putting towels or absorbent rags over the spot and stepping on them. Start with gentle pressure and increase it up to putting your full weight down. Change to fresh rags or towels, until no more liquid comes up.


For fresh stains, apply a bacteria/enzyme digester from a pet store, following the directions - it's the only way to deal effectively with both the stain and the odor. Bacteria/enzyme digesters work slowly, so leave the solution on as long as the directions say. Urine has probably penetrated into the carpet and pad, so use enough solution to reach as far down as the stain. Apply the solution, put plastic over it, and step on the spot several times until the area is well saturated. Then, leave the plastic on the whole time the digester is working to make sure the spot doesn't dry out.


Old or dry stains are hard - sometimes even impossible - to remove, but try the bacteria/enzyme digester. If it's a popular accident site, the bacteria may produce enough ammonia in the course of breaking down the stains to create a super-alkaline situation that interferes with its own action. In this case, you may need to neutralize the spot after the digester has been working for about four hours. Mix a solution of one cup of vinegar to a gallon of warm water. Rinse the area with this solution and apply a fresh batch of bacteria/enzyme solution.


If the stain or odor remains, call a professional deodorizing specialist. A complete cure will probably involve cleaning the entire carpet by extraction and replacing the pad underneath, if not replacing the carpet.



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DON'T THROW IN THE TOWEL YET!

Towels are a vital component of every detailer's work. From drying a car after washing, to final polishing, they are a tool no detailer can do without. But here is the in's and out's to better toweling.

Let me answer a few questions

Which method is best for drying?
What are the different methods of drying for cars?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of each method?

SQUEEGEE:
ADVANTAGE? Quick, efficient displacement of water.
DISADVANTAGE? Genuine risk of marring surface in the process, and perceived risk of not being safe.

REAL CHAMOIS (ANIMAL MADE)
ADVANTAGE? Reasonably absorbent of water. Soft material when wet and new.
DISADVANTAGE? Expensive, and not free?rinsing. Debris has a chance of becoming caught, risking surface mar. Also seen as socially unacceptable use of animal hides.

SYNTHETIC CHAMOIS:
ADVANTAGE? Stronger and more water absorbent than real chamois. Free rinsing and inexpensive.
DISADVANTAGE? Debris has a chance of becoming caught, risking surface scratches.

COTTON TOWEL:
ADVANTAGE? Absorbent soft terry loops provide cushioning. 100% cotton is the most absorbent and safest choice. Superior for removing debris.
DISADVANTAGE? Polyester blending compromises absorbent and softness. Towels require frequent laundering.

Towels are the true choice of professional detailers but they need care and the care of the car's surface. To dry your car, most feel they don't have to be a rocket scientist, cause you just drag the towel across the surface until dry. Right! But wait just a minute. There are a few no?no's in drying with a towel on your car's surface.

Never use a towel with polyester blend in it. Polyester, no matter how soft the towel feels, is hard at the microscopic level. Polyester scratches show up as "towel marks" which is swirl marks only longer.

The towel manufacturer care tag should be checked for the cotton and/or polyester content. if the tag is missing then test a edge of the towel. This is done by holding a match on the towels. if it melts and a black ball is formed thus polyester content
WINDOWS:

The most popular towel for cleaning windows is a truck surgical towel. Usually blue and 100% cotton, these towels are extremely low in lint and very absorbent. They are also made up of thin material, for reaching corners.

INTERIOR/DASH:
Huck/surgical towels work well for this application. Some detailers use a treated dust cloth for the dashboard. These cloths are treated with mineral oil to pick up dust, unlike conventional towels that may simply re-circulate the dust.

UPHOLSTERY/CARP:
Terry towels work well due to their absorbency. They also work for spotting stains on carpet or upholstery. A lower cost towel or inexpensive terry pieces are appropriate for these applications.

WHEEL WELLS/DOOR JAMBS:
Low?cost terry towel works well for cleaning wheel wells and door jambs. Darker colors help hide the dirt. Some detailers prefer to use an inexpensive paper wipers to really clean greasy parts. With paper wiper, you don't have to worry about ruining good towels, and you can simply dispose of the wiper when you are done.

POLISHING:
Diapers work very well. They are soft and absorbent. Other popular cloths for polishing include soft T?shirt material and flannel.

LAUNDERING TIPS:
Wash window towels separate from towels used to wax vehicles to avoid getting any wax on windows. Greasy rags should not be washed with other towels, especially towels used to clean interiors.

Good towel habits will help prolong towel life and ease drying. If you want a new towel to work like an old one, you have to break it in properly. So give the towels a "break?in". All new towel are treated with "sizing", which gives them the bright finish and stain resistance that most people look for. You need to break this sizing down without ruining the towel.

Always wash and dry before putting them into service. NEVER USE BLEACH OR FABRIC SOFTNER. Wash towels with one cup of white vinegar and 1 cup of detergent. This will help release lint, "break the towels in", and keep them fresh. YOU MUST MACHINE DRY ALL TOWELS before their first use! Nothing will bang more lint out of the towel than a few good spin cycles in the dryer. Remember to clean the lint trap before and after ???' drying cycle. It is also useful to soak in a cup of ammonia and several gallons of water. This will dissolve any oils or treatments in the fabric that inhibit absorbency. Another good wash formula is to fill the washer, add 1 cup of ammonia and soak them overnight. The next day wash the towels with 1 cup of detergent and distilled vinegar and dry them. It is important to use warm water and avoid bleach. Keep in mind that colored towels, because of the chemical penetration into the fiber, are less absorbent than white towels.

7 SUGGESTIONS OF NEW TOWEL BREAK?INS:
Wash towels two or three times before putting them into service.
Use warm water. if warm water is not available, bring towels to the Laundromat or send them out to a commercial laundry.
Dry the towel completely, making sure you empty the dryer's lint catcher.
Do not use bleach
Remember that the same reason wax makes water bead up on an automobile is the way towels exhibit "non?absorbent" characteristics even after they've been "on the line". Vinegar will help to remove wax from towels, making them more absorbent.
Water softeners and fabric softeners added to the washing also reduces a towel's absorbency.
If you add a surfactant to the wash to make a towel more absorbent, you must add it to every wash. There are no lasting effects. It is kind of a trick used in the laundry industry.
Be lint free! While lint may not sound like a big deal, consider that if you dry the car and it is covered with lint, you have just defeated the purpose of washing the car in the first place. Lint generally occurs in new, just being broken?in and deteriorating towels. While all towels made from cotton will have some lint, there are a few ways to reduce lint.

Wash towels in?one of the formulas as stated above. Once the wash is completed, dry the towel completely. Repeat dryer several times as this beats the lint out. Avoid bleach because it breaks down the cotton fiber. Avoid washing old towels with new because the ~ lint may transfer. If you have hard water, consider a water softener because high levels of acid and other minerals may deteriorate towels.

TOWEL TIP:
Here's the secret tip of the day? Add 1 cup of white distilled vinegar?not the cider type?to the first two washes then a cup once a week or so. The vinegar helps remove the musty smell damp towels are known to have.

KEEP THEM SEPARATE:
One way to extend the life of your towels is to separate or "code" them by color, size or style. Additionally, different towels should be used for different parts of the car. One reason is to avoid residual chemical reactions. For example the combination of chemicals in soaps, waxes and detergents do not mix well with window cleaning solutions. To help break down wax build-up on towels, once every couple of weeks, let them sit in water with 1 cup ammonia. This will break down the wax and grease. Then wash with ammonia and detergent. How long your towels last depends on climate and how well you care for them.

CHOOSE THE RIGHT TOWELS:
Is a larger towel better than a smaller towel?

The answer to this question is based mainly on personal preference. A typical size for a hand towel is 16?x28. The size of a towel for the body can vary, but many prefer 24"x24" because it can be folded over four times and used again.

THIN vs. THICK TOWELS:
Thin
PROS Fast break-in period
Can be used for windows
Won't be heavy when saturated
Drys quickly

CONS Shorter life span (deterioration)

Thick
PROS More absorbent once broken in
Good body towels
Longer life span
More drying power per towel

CONS Heavy when saturated must change towels frequently more costly (but last longer)

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You Will Not Need Cloth Rags to Remove Pet Hair
You Will Not Need Cloth Rags to Remove Pet Hair

To remove pet hair from fabric or upholstery, try a pet rake (a brush with crimped nylon bristles), velour brush, tape roller or even tape wrapped around your hand. Use light, even strokes to remove the hair. Another option is to try the rubber bottom on a clean tennis shoe or a slightly dampened sponge (as long as the dampness won't harm the upholstery).

To remove pet hair from carpet, use a vacuum with a good beater brush or brush roll. Plain vacuums don't generate enough lift to remove all the pet hair from the floor.

Another option for both upholstery and carpets - especially at the edges where pet hair tends to collect and vacuums have a hard time reaching - is a "pet sponge." These sponges, which are used dry, are available at pet supply stores.


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Manufacturing Process of Cloth Wipers and Rags

Cloth Wipers are any type of woven textile material that absorbs liquid. Cotton Rag Manufacturers provide Cloth Wipers to business and industry.

Everyday, they Grade and Sort thousands of pounds of clean used clothing according to the type of material and color, such as denim, sweatshirt/fleece, flannel material etc. The material is then cut into economical wiping rags after removing any buttons or zippers. The final step is packaging the cut material either in boxes or bales for shipment to business and industry.

The reason for Grading and Sorting the used clothing is to match the material to the application. For example, a “Corduroy” wiper works well to wipe heavy grease from a fitting, while a “T-Shirt Knit” wiper will absorb oil and other liquids better.


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Ways to Clean No-Wax Floors without Wiping Rags
Ways to Clean No-Wax Floors without Wiping Rags


Regular vacuuming or sweeping is the best way to maintain the finish. Then damp mop with plain water or add just a drop of liquid dish soap. If the floor has some tough spots to clean, use a white, nylon-backed scrub sponge. This will keep soil from wearing away the surface. However, if time and traffic eventually dull the glossy top layer, you may want to add a floor finish or wax to restore the shine. Choose any good commercial floor polish or try a self-polishing, metal-interlock floor finish available from a janitorial supply. Traffic areas may need finish applied more often than the rest of the floor. It's a good idea to keep doormats at all the entrances to your home, as they will catch much of the dirt that could eventually damage your floors.


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Super Cleaning or Polishing Rag!
All White Sweatshirt. No blending.
Thick and soft. Ideal for polishing or absorption.
You will love our new packaging!
Wiping rags are packaged in a space saving machine compressed bale.
The product is compact and stays clean and dry to the very White Sweatshirt Wiping Rags
These ALL WHITE SWEATSHIRT rags are excellent for polishing,
painting, industrial work, shops or any job where you need a
thick rag. High quality. Consistant packaging.

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The Silk Screen Industry

The Silk Screen Industry
Uses These Cotton Rags for Wiping

Although it might appear that reusable, rental shop rags are environmentally preferable all is not how it appears.
From an environment standpoint, there are a number of advantages to using disposable wipers--advantages for you and your business, your employees, and for the preservation of the earth’s valuable resources.

An independent study of the relative benefit of disposable wipers and rented shop rags conducted by Project Performance Corporation, an environmental consulting firm, shows that for variety of reasons, disposable wipers are the preferred choice.

Utilizing three parameters--energy used, water used, and waste produced--a life cycle analysis was conducted. To be consistent with EPA guidelines, the life cycles of both disposable wipers and rented shop rags spanned four phases: Raw Material Acquisition, Manufacturing, Industrial Usage, and Post Usage.All types of disposable wipers use less water and generate less waste than laundered shop rags. And many disposable wipers can be used more than once, thus increasing water conservation and further reducing waste production.

Disposable wipers made from recycled textiles use less energy than rented shop rags. They also contribute 30 percent less waste to landfills than rented shop rags.

In a related study, Lockheed/Martin Environmental Services reported to the EPA Office of Solid Waste:Disposable wipers made from recycled or waste materials have a lower overall environmental impact when compared to rental rags, due primarily to the re-use of materials that would normally be discarded.

The amount of landfill space occupied by disposable wipers is so small that solid waste studies can not identify a percentage number that wipers contribute to the landfill.The sludge resulting from cleaning rental rags may actually be more of an environmental threat in the landfill due to the concentrated contaminants and increased potential for leaking into groundwater.

When large numbers of wipers are collected in one area, such as at a rental laundry prior to washing, the evaporation of volatile solvents found on the wipers can result in unhealthy air conditions.

All disposable wipers have less negative impact on the environment than rental shop rags.


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Wiping Rags and Fabric Softener Cleans Mini-Blinds
Wiping Rags and Fabric Softener Cleans Mini-Blinds


Wipe down mini-blinds with a damp fabric softener sheet. This eliminates the static that causes dust to stick. The same trick works for TV and monitor screens.


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