Microfiber vs. cotton: What’s the difference?
The primary difference is that microfiber is a synthetic fabric while cotton is a natural material.
Although cotton has its own negative impact on the environment, overall it's greener and has less impact on the environment, but it's not nearly as effective at cleaning – nor as gentle on your skin. For more information, please visit here... micro fibre cloth
Microfiber vs. cotton for furniture and clothing
Microfiber sheets, clothing and upholstery are softer than cotton but not as breathable. They resist pilling better, but wear – and sleep – warmer. It also doesn't shrink or wrinkle like cotton and is more durable and affordable.
If you have sensitive skin or frequently overheat, microfiber clothing and bedding can be uncomfortable.
Brushed microfiber, especially popular for bedding, sofas and blankets, is velvety thanks to the brushing that lifts the fibers to make them softer and fluffier. More information... microfiber cloth
Microfiber vs. cotton for cleaning
Cotton cleaning cloths are cheaper, but they do not catch and hold dirt on them - cotton mostly just pushes dirt. Since cotton fabrics are made from organic rather than synthetic materials, they contain odors and bacteria.
Cotton dries more slowly and also leaves lint, which is a strange kind of drag when cleaning glass.
Microfiber has a longer cleaning life than cotton – and a much longer life in general, as it is made from plastics that can take centuries to biodegrade. For more information, please visit here... microfiber cleaning cloth
