Well forgotten old: advantages and disadvantages, tips for using a wooden mop

To maintain cleanliness in the room, it is necessary to regularly wash the floors. The most convenient way to do this is not by hand, but with a wooden mop.

This cleaning tool is time-tested and very easy to use.

Read the article about the advantages and disadvantages of wooden mops, what they are like and how much they cost.

Pros and cons of floor cleaning tools

Advantages of a wooden mop:

1. Simplicity of design. Mops are sold ready-made. They do not need to be assembled or disassembled. They consist of two parts: a handle and a head on which a rag is placed. The product is presented in the shape of the letter “T”.
2. Affordable price. A wooden mop is cheaper than most of its analogues.
3. Environmental friendliness. There is no doubt about the safety of tree species. The same cannot be said about plastic.

The disadvantages of the product include:

1. Takes up a lot of storage space. Since the structure is non-demountable, it cannot be folded. You will have to store such a mop either in a large closet or in a pantry (utility room).
2. Short service life. Under the constant influence of moisture, wood swells and becomes deformed. Even with careful handling of the product, you cannot count on a long service life.
3. Low functionality. Modern mops have advanced capabilities. With their help, you can squeeze water out of a rag without touching it with your hands, change the length of the handle, and more.
4. Unpresentable appearance. Simply put, wooden mops are no longer “in style.”

Varieties

You might think that all wooden mops are the same. Actually this is not true. Products differ in handle size:

1. With a long handle. This design is best for tall people. Its height can be 140-150 cm.
2. With an arm of medium height. It is equal to 130 cm.
3. With a short handle. A small handle on a mop will help a short person clean up faster. Its height will be 115-120 cm.

Not only the height, but also the thickness of the cutting is important. The thinnest diameter is considered to be 24 mm. If it is smaller, the mop will quickly break. These standards are approved by GOST.

In addition to the size of the cutting, the width of the base is also important.. The size of the working surface should correspond to the tasks that the mop will have to cope with, namely:

1. For cleaning in small rooms, for example, in apartments, a width of 30 cm is considered optimal. With the help of such a product, you can quickly and easily get rid of dust without making much effort.
2. For cleaning rooms with a medium area, it is better to opt for a mop with a working surface of 40 cm.
3. For large rooms, you should purchase a mop measuring 50-55 cm.

When purchasing a mop with a wide base, you must take into account that their maneuverability is worse than that of smaller products. However, they are capable of covering large areas.

To purchase a high-quality and durable mop, you need to pay attention to the thickness of the wood from which it is made. If it was created from brittle wood, then such a product looks rougher and more massive. They have more weight, but are inexpensive.

How to use?

The process of using a wooden mop is as simple as possible. To clean the room, you only need water, a bucket and a rag.

Further actions are as follows:

• completely wet the cloth;
• squeeze it out;
• wrap the rag around the mop;
• perform wet cleaning;
• remove the cloth, rinse and dry it.

After cleaning the floor, the mop should be rinsed and wiped with a dry cloth. It should be stored in a room with normal humidity levels.

How to wind/put on a rag?

If you do not follow the technique of wrapping a rag around the mop handle, cleaning will become much more difficult. The rag will constantly slide off the base, making it impossible to collect dust and dirt.

If everything is done correctly, the rag will not slip off from the mop during cleaning until the user removes it independently.

Price

Wooden mops are inexpensive. Minimum price – 50 rubles. The products are available for sale in both retail and online stores. When buying a mop in the hardware department, you can evaluate it not only visually, but also tactilely. However, purchasing from large online markets allows you to choose a mop from trusted manufacturers.

Top 3 models with photos

Most purchased models wooden mops:

Wedge

Wooden mop with handle, 120 cm. The length of the handle is minimal, so the product is more suitable for people of short stature. Manufacturer: Klin. Price – 240 rubles.

Tool world

Wooden mop for washing floors, 1.2 m.Wooden mop with handle. The length of the handle is 120 cm, the width of the block is 35 cm. Brand – World of Tools. Price 300 rubles.

ECOMOP

ECOMOP wooden mop with handle, 115-130 cm (083770). Comfortable and durable mop. There are products on sale with handles with a height of 115 to 130 cm. The width of the base is 33 cm. Price is 400 rubles.

How to do it yourself?

Making a mop with your own hands is not difficult if you follow the algorithm:

1. Take 2 wooden slats. The minimum length is 80 cm, the maximum is limited only by human height. The lower part of the mop should be about 35 cm long.
2. Sand the surface so as not to get a splinter during work.
3. Fasten the slats using self-tapping screws or nails.

The video will show you how to make a wooden mop with your own hands:

Alternatives

The following products can serve as a replacement for a wooden mop:

1. With sponge attachment. You can wring it out without touching the cloth.
2. Butterfly mop. The rag is wrung out using a special mechanism that contracts like the wings of a butterfly.
3. With microfiber. It is represented by a handle with a platform on which a microfiber cloth is fixed. The base is movable and maneuverable, which improves the quality of cleaning.
4. Rope mop. It has a long handle and a round platform. The washing cloth is represented by ropes.
5. Flat. Its attachments can be made of cotton and microfiber. They can be replaced as they wear out.
6. Steam. The device is equipped with a steam function, thanks to which it is possible not only to wash, but also to disinfect the surface.

Conclusion

The wooden mop has remained a popular cleaning tool for many decades. This is not surprising, because it is inexpensive, lightweight and reliable.If you choose wisely, you will be able to purchase a house helper that will last for many years.