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Health, they say, is wealth. And one of the important perks of maintaining good health is always to keep your hands clean. However, achieving this may be a little tricky, especially if you have little or no access to soap and water. This is why having a sanitation towel on you is essential.

For instance, imagine you are at an event having fun, and a stranger bumps into you, spilling a thick creamy milkshake (or any other resilient substance) on your new outfit. You are just about to get livid, but someone close by hands you a cloth that you use to wipe off the milkshake.

Never mind the milkshake owner frantically apologizing. You are able to get the stains off in no time, and your outfit remains intact. What saved the day? That's a sanitation towel doing its ordained work.

It's a quick and effective method to get rid of messes easily without the need for any expensive or harsh chemicals. You can use it in your kitchen, bathroom, sitting room or any other place you need an easy and quick fix for any dirt lurking around.

Let's go a little deeper into what sanitation towels are.

What is a Sanitation Towel?

A sanitation towel is a sizable, reusable, and disposable piece of cloth used for cleaning surfaces (countertops, tables, furniture) and even your hands and body. These towels are used to sanitize, as the name sanitation towel suggests, getting rid of germs and bacteria on such surfaces.

They act as ready cleaners and disinfectants to keep soiled areas clean and hygienic, especially in prone environments- work, school, and the home. They are frequently shaped into rectangles and are manufactured in different sizes.

What Is It Made Of?

Sanitation towels are primarily made of cotton. However, they could also be made of microfiber or polyester. Depending on the kind of surface and the desired effect, you can get sanitation towels that combine cotton and microfiber/polyester.

The soft and absorbent nature of cotton makes it great for drying off the skin, and the microfiber helps the towel to dry off faster. The towel's composition helps trap air particles, microbes, and moisture on contact.

Why Use A Sanitation Towel?

  • High efficiency:

You can clean up a whole surface in a matter of seconds with minimal effort seeing that there's no need for additional equipment like a mop or bucket. All you need is a towel and perhaps a little water.

  • High cost-effectiveness:

The cost of a sanitation towel is relatively cheaper than paper towels due to its reusability as opposed to the paper towels used and bought regularly.

  • Versatility:

It offers a variety of usefulness, from cleaning table tops to cleaning wooden floorboards to even using directly on your skin. Some women even use it in place of regular sanitary pads due to their absorbent nature and ease of use.

  • Good durability:

It is designed to last for a very long period. They have a life span of over 20 years, so you don't have to replace them so frequently.

  • Portable:

It is very easy to carry It. Also, they come in different sizes, making it easy for you to store them on shelves, drawers etc., and you can also carry them in your bags or purses for journeys or short trips.

  • Eco-friendly:

They are made from nature's very own raw materials and are biodegradable. This means you don't have to worry about waste, pollution and climate change.

What Can You Clean with A Sanitation Towel?

Lady using a sanitation towel to clean her table

You can clean almost anything with a sanitation towel. 

  1. Wipe off the spit when your baby burps
  2. Clean water or alcohol spills
  3. Clean up playing children 
  4. Wipe your kitchen counters after cooking
  5. Sanitize your hands after using the toilet in the absence of soap and water.
  6. Wipe dust off the furniture
  7. Remove cobwebs from the ceiling without staining it further
  8. Clean up sweats in between workouts
  9. Clean up spills involving oily substances
  10. Wipe off soap suds and dirt off the bathroom walls
  11. Clean up industrial equipment
  12. Wipe down hospital patients

Of course, this is not an exhaustive list. You can use it for almost anything and any spills and dirt, depending on the size of the towel. 

Where Can You Use Sanitation Towels? 

Since you now know what you can use sanitation towels to clean, how about the surfaces it works on? It is suitable for nearly all surfaces as long as they are relatively smooth. Some of these include: 

  1. Table tops: wipe the dinner table clean before placing the fine china on.
  2. Furniture: your chairs, stool, and even figurines can benefit from a gentle swipe of the sanitation towel.
  3. Granite countertops: if you wondered if sanitation towels on granite countertops. Yes, you can.
  4. Bathroom and sanitary wares: when you choose to give your bathroom a once-over, include a sanitation towel for wiping.
  5. Body/skin: you can use a big sanitation towel as your bath towel, as cotton is great for the skin. While you can use the smaller ones to remove stains on your body.
  6. Floors: You can also use it to dry off your floors. 
  7. You can even switch your kitchen napkins or rags for a long-lasting, highly absorbent sanitation towel.

NOTE: if you use your sanitation towel on a coarse surface, you risk pulling out the threads and fibres, thereby damaging your towel.

How to Use A Sanitation Towel

  • Estimate the size of the spill versus the size of the towel. Confirm if it can do the job well.
  • Place the towel on top of the surface to be cleaned, and wipe the surface in an up-down or circular motion until the substance is completely off the surface.
  • Apply pressure when cleaning the surface. For tough stains, apply more pressure and spray some water on it.
  • Continue cleaning the surface until it is free of stains and dirt.
  • Ensure to wash or clean your towel after use and dry it well enough before storage.
  • Store in a cool, clean, and dry place.
  • Allocate specific towels to specific tasks, so you don't mix up the wrong tasks for the wrong towels. If you're fancy, you can colour-code them.

Other Uses

You can use sanitation towels anywhere, as long as there might be a need to clean up a spill, like in the office, at a gathering, or in the house. It will also come in handy if you want to clean your face when exercising or during some hard labour.

It also play a role in collecting menstrual flow in women for women who use them as a substitute for sanitary pads, as it gives the same effect.

How to Keep It Clean and Dry Between Uses?

The sanitation towel works similarly to a regular towel but is more absorbent. You can wash the dirt or grease in the towel with soap and water and hang it up to dry.

If it is very dirty, soak it in warm to slightly hot water to loosen the dirt. Once the towel is dry, you can fold it and tuck it away until you need it again. Ensure you keep your towels neatly folded in a dry cabinet or drawer so it does not attract moisture and grow moulds.

What Is in The Kit?

The sanitation towel is commonly packed in an eco-friendly pack. You will also find an instruction booklet. Everything about the sanitation towel promotes the environment and keeps you and your family safe.

How to Repurpose Sanitation Towels For Menstruation

Being without a menstrual pad when you need one is unsettling. The good news is a sanitation towel works right. To use it in such a situation:

  • Ensure the towel is not too large, maybe about the size of a handkerchief.
  • Fold it lengthwise to mimic the length of a regular menstrual pad.
  • Place the towel on your underwear as you would a regular pad.
  • Wear it like a wingless pad. You can use the towel as a stopgap until you can access sanitary pads.

Sanitation Towels vs Disposable Paper Towels

Disposable paper towels are mostly for single use. Also, there are spills they are unsuitable for. Sanitation towels are reusable, more absorbent, and effective! Depending on the situation and the availability of both, you could combine them for best results. Nonetheless, sanitation towels do not crumple on use. 

Sanitation Towel vs Other Clothes

Without sanitation towels, you may want to use another type of cloth. The challenge? Many clothes are not as absorbent and may require an immediate wash. The towel is great for moisture, grease, and dirt. Opt for a sanitation towel and preserve your clothes. 

What Are the Benefits of Using It?

  • A clean area: with a towel handy, you can defeat any spill. It absorbs quickly and easily and doesn't become a mess itself.
  • Cost savings: you no longer have to purchase paper towels every week when you have sanitation towels that last for decades.
  • Saves the day: there is a panic that comes when a dangerous spill occurs. A sanitation towel gives you a quick recovery.
  • Doesn't exactly expire: if you're not careful, your sanitation towel might outlive you! Lasting for decades, it may become threadbare with time.
  • A little goes a long way: you may need only a few towels of different sizes in your home or office. Some are small enough to fit in a handbag or pocket. You don't have to use several sheets of paper or tissue to wipe one surface.

Key Takeaway

Sanitation towels are quickly becoming the go-to cleaning material for homemakers, shop owners, restaurants, and other groups. They are affordable, and they get the job done. Always check the composition of the towel before purchase cause they come in different qualities. If you care for them properly, you can have them for years and even become personally attached! In the end, keep your environment clean.

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