What Is Cotton?

Cotton is the white, fibrous substance that grows off the seed of the cotton plant. The fibers are composed mainly of cellulose because it is a plant fiber. 

Cotton has been used for over 7,000 years and is the most widely used fiber in the world. 

Cotton is usually classified by its species. American Upland Cotton is the most used cotton species in the United States. American Prima Cotton, another major cotton species in the United States, is a high-quality cotton because it has an extra-long staple length. Sea Island cotton, possibly the best quality cotton in the world, was once grown in the United States, but is now grown in small quantities in the West Indies. Another species of high-quality, long-staple cotton is Egyptian Cotton. For common cleaning cotton products, shorter-staple is being used, or sometimes, recycled material is added to improve its strength. These short-staple fibers are commonly originating from India, Pakistan or China. 

Even though cotton is known for being inexpensive and durable, it has poor elasticity and resiliency. Cleaning with cotton pushes dirt and dust around. At CleanAide, we recommend using microfiber cleaning products to enhance your typical cleaning efforts, as well as improve the overall economics of your cleaning operations. Microfiber picks up and traps dirt and dust in its fine fibers to ensure a spotless finish. Microfiber not only leaves a dust-free, lint-free, and streak-free shine but also helps eliminate and reduce allergens from your home or car. The lower water and chemical requirement benefits the environment and also improves your bottom line.