Microfibre - The Science Bit
What is Microfibre?
The thickness of microfibre is finer than 1/100 of a human hair. Each thread
is split into 16/17 micro segments by special physical and chemical treatment.
A microfibre is so called when its weight is less than 1 gram per 10km and for
most microfibres this equates to a diameter of 0.13 denier or less.
Robert Scott’s microfibres are produced using two polymers, which combine
to form a single thread made from 70% polyester and 30% polyamide (nylon)
- sometimes known as Ultrafibre.
The advantage of using microfibre
Microfibre wedge shaped cross section threads have more than 40 times surface area compared to normal
fibres. These trap dust and dirt and clean easier and more effectively than traditional cloths. Dry and damp
cleaning using microfibre products make cleaning simpler and reduce handling of water and chemicals.
Easy to use
Dry - The combined cleaning of the microfibre filaments and static pick up all dust, dirt and liquid.
Damp - These microfibre filaments together with the capillary action of the moisture clean surfaces in a most effective manor.
Microfibre products can be maintained by following the labelled washing instructions. Avoid bleach and fabric
conditioner as this can block the microscopic pores.
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