Understanding Microfibre
The HYGEN™ Difference
Pathogen Removal
Selecting the Right Microfibre
Featured Products

Understanding Microfibre

At its most basic, the term “microfibre” refers to a micro, or small, fibre made up of synthetic materials such as polyester, nylon or a combination of the two fibres.

The individual microfibres are knit together to form cleaning tools that are able to trap microscopic particles and liquids within the intricate network of small fibres far more efficiently than larger fibres.

Not All Microfibre is created equal

 

The Hygen™ Difference

Our HYGEN™ Microfibre Products are rooted in science: science-based design, outcomes and performance. The products are engineered to incorporate all of the evidence-based factors and features that yield the most durable and effective microfibre cleaning textiles.

   

Third-party microbe removal testing

Split-blended microfibre products are split 16 times in over 95% of the strands

Dedicated in-house textiles engineer to support product development

10 unique microfibre tests performed on all products to ensure high-quality and performance

Laundered to industry standards using CDC guidelines of hot water and bleach

Tested Pathogen Removal

Rubbermaid Commercial Products' HYGEN™ Durable & Disposable Microfibre has been tested for microbial removal on the pathogens listed below by an accredited 3rd party independent laboratory.

Removes 99.99%
of all common tested viruses

Candida auris(C. auris)

Clostridioides difficile (C. diff)

Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)

Pseudomonas aeruginosa (Pseudo)

Feline Calicivirus (surrogate for norovirus)

Common human coronavirus OC43

LEARN MORE IN OUR WHITE PAPERS

Defining Microfibre - The HYGEN™ Difference White Paper
Defining Microfibre - The HYGEN™ Difference White Paper
The Case for Cleaning Prior to Disinfection White Paper
The Case for Cleaning Prior to Disinfection White Paper
When To Use Disposable Microfibre Whitepaper
When To Use Disposable Microfibre Whitepaper

SELECTING THE RIGHT Microfibre PRODUCTS

Selecting the best microfibre product for a facility will depend on laundering capabilities, cleaning processes and the surfaces that need to be cleaned.

Disposable Microfibre

Single-use microfibre is best used in high-risk or high-touch areas, or if laundering is not available.

Durable Microfibre

Use a launderable microfibre cloth for routine cleaning, color-coded cleaning and if commercial laundering is available.

Specialty Microfibre

Specialty microfibre is designed for specific uses like glass and mirror cleaning, dry dusting or heavy duty scrubbing for tile and grout.

Floor & surface Care

Explore our high-quality and high-efficacy microfibre products that provide effective cleaning performance in any facility

HYGEN™ DISPOSABLE Microfibre

Premium, 16-split blended microfibre that is proven to remove 99.9% of tested pathogens with water only

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HYGEN™ Durable Microfibre

Premium, 16-split blended microfibre that is proven to remove 99.9% of tested pathogens with water only

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Wet Mop Pads

Proven to remove 99.7% or more of test pathogens and available in disposable and durable options for a variety of applications

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Handles, Frames, and Buckets

A variety of options in different shapes and sizes to help meet the floor cleaning needs of any facility

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dust mop pad

Dust Mop Pads

Trap and lock away dust, dirt, and debris before wet mopping to reduce floor hazing and maintain floor finish

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Specialty Microfibre

Specially-designed microfibre cloths are constructed to meet the needs of specific tasks, such as glass and mirror cleaning

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View More Microfibre Resources

HYGEN™ Microfibre Selection Guide
HYGEN™ Microfibre Selection Guide
Disposable Microfibre Mops and Cloths - Science of Clean
Disposable Microfibre Mops and Cloths - Science of Clean
Anatomy of a HYGEN™ Microfibre Mop Pad
Anatomy of a HYGEN™ Microfibre Mop Pad

READ WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY

Royal Melbourne Mopping Comparison Case Study
Royal Melbourne Mopping Comparison Case Study
HYGEN™ Fiona Stanley Case Study
HYGEN™ Fiona Stanley Case Study
HYGEN™ Monash Health Optimises Infection Prevention
HYGEN™ Monash Health Optimises Infection Prevention

* Based on third-party testing on VCT surface with water only | EPA Est. No 92100-CHN-1

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