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Kitchen/bathroom mops?

8 years ago

I know we have talked about this before but what kind of mop do you use and which do you think is best?

I had a swiffer didn't like it, then a used O cedar that quit working. I have a spin mop which is ok but kind of a pain to bother with. The squeeze mop, old reliable, no string mops for me, what's left?

Comments (31)

  • 8 years ago

    This is my go to mop. I like that I don't have to touch the head of the mop to wring it.

    https://www.target.com/p/libman-white-tornado-twist-mop/-/A-13302299

  • 8 years ago

    This is similar to my favorite mop. Have used this type for years and love them. I have several covers so that when one gets dirty, all I have to do is put a clean one on. Also, if I am in a real hurry, I will use a clean one to go over a freshly mopped floor to dry it. I use a spray bottle of equal parts white vinegar and water to spray on the floor, let it sit a minute or so then mop up. It swivels so it is truly easy to use.


  • 8 years ago

    Well, it did not show up. Here is the link address: O'Cedar rectangular mop

  • 8 years ago

    I got mine at Target many years ago.

  • 8 years ago

    No swiffer lovers here? I thought for sure that's what everyone was using.

  • 8 years ago

    Do not like Swiffer for mopping. Had one and after using a few times and it leaving puddles of water everywhere, got rid of it, and went back to my O'Cedar and have not looked back.

  • 8 years ago

    I use the Don Aslett microfiber mob after sweeping. Just use water, cloths can be machine washed but I usually just rinse out or handwash. Not too different from the one Walnutcreek shared. Those old-fashioned mops were so heavy, weren't they?!

  • 8 years ago

    Mine is similar to Walnutcreek's.

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    8 years ago

    I buy whatever mop my cleaning woman prefers.

  • 8 years ago

    I have a Bona mop -- similar to Walnut Creek's. Microfibre and I have several "pads" so that I can wash them.

  • 8 years ago
    I finally purchased a steam mop and I LOVE it. If you can use steam, this one is GREAT!
  • 8 years ago

    I adore my Shark Steam mop. I think it's the pocket mop. I also have extra pads. I love this mop because it really cleans, and best of all, dries in probably less than 2 minutes.

  • 8 years ago

    We use the o'cedar spin mop and love it...the head is triangular so it fits into corners and the spinning does a nice wringing job so the floor doesn't get too wet.

  • 8 years ago
    I’m a fan of the steam mop too. No chemicals, no mess, easy to maintain.
  • 8 years ago
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    I like the Sh-mop. You don't use a bucket. You wet the terry cloth and put it on the mop. When it gets dirty, rinse terry cover in a soapy solution in sink. When done I wash the terry cover with my towels.

    Sh-mop

  • 8 years ago

    We have something like the sh-mop, but we use it dry...it has a washable micro-fiber cover. We use it more like a broom to sweep stuff into the larry. (Larry being the guy who recommended we get a floor-level vent in our kitchen for our central vac system and we're glad we did!)

  • 8 years ago

    I love my Swiffer. Cleaning solution is at the ready at all times. New pad, ready to go! Can't beat that.

  • 8 years ago

    I use this one

    extra wide. No batteries, no jugs of solution. You fill the canister yourself with your choice of solution or water. I don't like the mop head that comes with it. Its poly and doesn't absorb. I buy the Up and Up brand at Target. Its a terry with tight loops. They wash great and last forever. I have 9 of them so I throw in the washer weekly with my microfiber cleaning rags. I don't use it on the bathrooms. Those rooms I do on my knees.

  • 8 years ago

    I love my Shark Steam Mop, floors dry almost instantly. I use a few drops of lavender essential oil & water. Thats it!

  • 8 years ago

    Now I am thinking on a steam mop. I did have a shark but it quit working, I didn't care for that Pump action you have to do to get it going. which steam mop is best? I do hate washing those pads though.

  • 8 years ago
    My steam mop doesn’t require any “pump action”. I just fill the little tank with water, turn it on, decide low-medium-high, and that’s it. Mine’s a Shark, for what it’s worth, a basic model bought at Kohl’s. Nothing fancy. Been going strong for years... yeah you have to wash the pad when you’re done, but I just throw it in with my next load of towels. I like having a nice clean pad when I clean the floors, so I’m not just pushing around a bunch of old dirt :-)
  • 8 years ago

    Another Shmop user here. I put the terry cloth mop covers in HOT water, mop my hard floors and wash my week’s cleaning cloths in a load of hot water with a dose of bleach. Never mixed in with regular clothes.

  • 8 years ago

    I bought the one that Waynette Bailey suggested, I haven't tried it yet. Bissell Power fresh. Pic above

  • 8 years ago
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    Those rooms I do on my knees.

    Yeah, that's my best mop. In fact, sitting down right now at the computer taking a break after mopping the bathroom. I would like to try a spinning mop to see how well it works.

    I remember using a big rag mop on the rest of my floors throughout the house and dragging the bucket of dirty water around, then tossing the water out off the back porch! Then I got one with a ringer attachment instead of using my hands, it was heavy and awkward. Mops always got disgusting even tho you rinsed and put them to dry.

    When I first moved into my house, my uncle had a homemade wooden "mop rack" on the side of the house. It had slots for mops so you could put them outside to dry. It was old and after a few years fell in disrepair. I should have kept it as a rustic souvenir.

  • 8 years ago

    I think it did a good job but it's still work! To push that steam mop back & forth isn't as easy as you would think. I have vinyl floors in Kitchen & bathrooms. Wood may be easier.

  • 8 years ago

    I have gone back to old fashioned string mops for kitchen and bath. They are best at getting into corners and under toe kicks that flat mops can't reach.

    I can't get down on my knees easily any longer but I agree it is the best method.

    The rectangular flat "mops" are great for halls and larger more open spaces.

  • 8 years ago

    I read this thread last week - it caught my eye because I'd been wanting to mop the kitchen and was dreading the big old heavy mop and bucket that I have. I hadn't ever been impressed with small mops before, but after going through this thread I ordered a Libman spin mop from Target. Used it this morning and I was impressed! Easy to use and did a great job. Thanks everyone for posting - my life just got a lot easier!

  • 8 years ago
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    Wow, Watchmelol. Have no problem with the Sh-mop type, rectangular flat mop getting under toe kicks and corners. In fact, that is one of the reasons I like it so much, the easiness of getting into the toe kicks. And it is so lightweight, weighs practically nothing.