Norwex microfiber cloths are not like your run-of-the-mill cleaning cloth, cleaning rags, or even the crocheted dishcloths your grandma loves to make. So because they are different, they require a little extra special care. ❤️ Norwex microfiber is an efficient and amazing way to clean your home without compromising your health by inhaling, ingesting or absorbing chemicals from traditional cleaners. Keep reading to find out what makes Norwex different and how to take care of them.
What makes Norwex Microfiber Cloths Different?
EnviroCloths are a multipurpose cloth that can be used wet or dry to clean most hard surfaces.
Norwex microfiber is 1/200th the width of a human hair… if the cloth was unwound it would reach from Canada to the Gulf of Mexico (3 million meters). These microfibers have innovative cleaning power.
Because Norwex microfiber is so ‘micro,’ it has the ability to remove up to 99% of bacteria from a surface when following the proper care and use instructions.
It replaces the need for chemical cleaners, like window cleaners, dusting sprays and multipurpose sprays, and just requires water… saving you money!
Eliminates the need for paper towel… reducing your paper waste and paper dust in your home.
Eliminates residue from traditional cleaners, that are often left behind, leaving your home cleaner.
Embedded with Baclock™ – Norwex’s exclusive micro silver antibacterial agent – goes to work to self-purify the and inhibit odours from bacteria, mold and mildew growth within the cloth within 24 hours so that is ready to use again.
Available in 7 colours… allowing you to colour-code your cloths for different jobs.
When you flat fold the cloth, it has 8 cleaning surfaces to use… reducing cleaning time up to 75%!
Norwex works hard to protect the environment. In fact, Norwex uses 2 – 5 plastic bottles in the construction of their cloths and they have a recycling program to recycle old, retired Norwex cloths.
The first 3 instructions are a must for caring for your Norwex investment:
Launder in the washer & dryer. Although you should avoid the soapy dish sink with your Norwex cloths, it is important to launder them in your washer to clean them. The rinse and spin cycles in your washer work to remove all the soap from the cloth. It is important to dry your cloth in the dryer because Norwex cloths employ the power of static electricity. In the dryer, the spokes of the microfiber get ‘perked’ up and make the cloth ready to clean again.
Lint freeload. Launder your Norwex Microfiber with lint-free fabrics only. Lint from other fabrics gets caught in the spaces between the microfibers, reducing the effectiveness of the cloth.
No bleach or fabric softener. These products will break down and coat the microfibers reducing its ability to clean a surface and will ruin the cloth.
The last 3 care instructions are a suggestion to get the most out of your Norwex cloths:
Unscented detergent is best. Unscented laundry detergent cleans without leaving lingering fragrances and residue that might damage the microfiber. I would recommend either of the Norwex laundry detergents. What do you prefer? Powder or Liquid, we have both and the ingredient lists are extremely CLEAN!! Personally I use the Liquid Laundry Detergent. It is biodegradable, enzyme-based, ultra-concentrated (one bottle cleans 215 HE loads or 107 Standard Loads), effective in hard water and comes in a small, recyclable, pump dispensing style bottle. It is free from: Phosphates, Chlorine, Fragrances, Optical brighteners, Ammonia, Sulfates, Dyes, Fillers, Phthalates and Bleach.
Deep Clean when needed. This is always a shocking experience. If you have any older cloths – I highly recommend this!! Every 4-6 months, your cloths will benefit from being deep cleaned. Use the Norwex Laundry Booster! It is the perfect product to deep clean your cloths. Simply dissolve 1 scoopful of enzyme charged powder into a gallon of hot water and soak for 30 minutes. Repeat this step until the water is clean. Then launder in the washer with Norwex Laundry Detergent or Liquid Laundry Detergent. WOW!!! This product also cleans; hockey equipment, exercise gear, bras, footwear, bed sheets (say goodbye to head stained pillowcases), etc… I call this the POWER POWDER, this enzyme works like a charm!!
Avoid soapy water. Norwex microfiber works (and has the ability to remove up to 99% of bacteria from a surface when following the proper care and use instructions.) when the microfibers spokes are perked up and have space to absorb all the dirt, debris and bacteria. The danger of submerging Norwex microfiber into soapy water, is that the soap will leave residue behind, making the microfiber less effective.
How Long Can I Use my Microfiber Cloths?
Norwex offers a 2 – year warranty on their microfiber cloths… outside of normal wear and tear. If you want to know for sure that your microfiber cloth is removing up to 99% of bacteria from your surface (like raw chicken on your counter!!!) ensure your cloth is less than two years old. I recommend that you use a sharpie to write the purchase date on the tag of the cloth and after two years, cut the tag and use the cloth as a rag (like cleaning the patio furniture or cleaning the oven or bbq… dirty jobs).
Norwex Microfiber Investment
Norwex products are not a luxury – they are a necessity. Everyone is cleaning with something. Every home incorporates “cleaning supplies” into their annual budget. The wipes, sprays, gels and scrubs get tossed in the cart without a thought. Norwex is choosing to live your life intentionally to protect your health and the environment. These products are an investment… not only a financial investment but also an investment in your health. Seeing as it is an investment, it only makes sense to take care of it to ensure you get the most out of your Norwex microfiber cloths. You will love how they clean your home, quick and easy… with just water. What an investment!!!
What Norwex cloths are on your wish list? Have you tried the Window Cloth or the Body Pack Cloths? Which ones are your favourite?
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Delores VandenBoogaard is an Independent Norwex Sales Consultant from Edmonton, Alberta Canada with customers and consultants throughout Canada and the United States including; New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Quebec, British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Prince Edward Island, North West Territories and Ontario. She also has customers and team members in; Michigan, Texas, California, Massachusetts, Florida, Arizona, Missouri, Colorado, North Carolina, South Carolina, Idaho, Washington, New Hampshire, Iowa and Maine.
For the month of August, Norwex has some fabulous summer sales on products to maintain your skin and maintain your car’s finish. Norwex always has wonderful customer specials to help you make eco-friendly, all-natural choices about how you care for yourself and our world!
The Back Scrubber is designed to exfoliate your ‘hard-to-reach’ back, neck, shoulders and feet and leave them deeply clean, radiant and feeling smoother. Exfoliation whisks away complexion-dulling dead skin and helps with hydration by revealing new skin that brings essential lipids and moisture to the skin’s topmost layer. This scrubber also has Baclock™… the microsilver agent in the cloth that helps self-purify the scrubber between showers. It is a “back saver”.
I love Norwex’s Shower Gel. It is the ‘cleanest’ product you will find and it has such a refreshing scent… derived from pineapple, coconut and lemon. I have customers who won’t use anything else… and it is perfect for the whole family and the environment. It is twice organic certified (BDIH & NaTrue) and can be used with your new Back Scrubber… Aaaah.
The Norwex Silver Care Toothbrush is different than any other toothbrush you have ever used. Did you know? The same bacteria found on your toothbrush is the same bacteria that causes plaque, cavities, gingivitis and bad breath. When you rinse your Norwex toothbrush with water, the silver-covered base naturally releases active ions that eliminate 99% of bacteria commonly found on toothbrushes and provides a self-sanitizing process to reduce bacteria! After cleaning your teeth, rinse the brush thoroughly and it will be sanitized when the bristles have completely dried. Isn’t that AWESOME? They come in 4 different colours and replacement heads are available (should be replaced every 6 months). Tooth care is so important and I love that Norwex just made it better.
“Started using the Norwex Toothbrush after a dental cleaning. When I went back 6 months later, my dental hygenist said that she could definitely tell a difference!” ~Abby Que
Did you know? When you run your garden hose for just 10 minutes it uses 100 gallons of water! That is a lot of water! Plus all the chemicals/cleaners you use to clean your car go straight into the waterway through the drainage system without being processed at the water treatment plant.
Having a clean car is wonderful… and Norwex has some great tools to clean it without harming you or your environment.
1. The EnviroCloth is my (& Norwex’s) favourite cloth! It is a constructed of 3 million meters of microfiber that removes dust, dirt, grease and debris from any hard surface (including the interior of your car). It is so amazing, that has the ability to remove up to 99% of bacteria from a surface when following the proper care and use instructions. Flat fold the cloth to get 8 cleaning sides to clean your whole car interior… with just water.
2. The Window Cloth will make your windows and your mirrors streak free. It is a tightly woven microfiber cloth, that only requires water and makes maintaining glass quick and easy. It will even remove all those little fingerprints off the kids’ windows.
3. The Car Cloth is another extremely-fine, tightly-woven microfiber cloth that is super absorbent and perfect for polishing your car. The microfiber is designed to absorb water but not dirt so that it won’t scratch your car’s finish. Also, because it leaves your car extra clean without any chemical muck left behind so you can expect your car to stay cleaner, longer.
This car cleaning special reduces your need for chemicals and paper towel to keep your baby clean! Norwex has more great products for cleaning your car… read Car Wash… Norwex Style for more info.
Summer Savings
These customer specials will allow you to reduce your chemical use when you shower and when you wash your car. I love that Norwex provides fabulous solutions for day-to-day chores. Each time we choose an eco-friendly option we work towards protecting ourselves and our environment. Enjoy these summer savings! Let me know how you been able to remove chemicals from your life!
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Delores VandenBoogaard is an Independent Norwex Sales Consultant from Edmonton, Alberta Canada with customers and consultants throughout Canada and the United States including; New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Quebec, British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Prince Edward Island, North West Territories and Ontario. She also has customers and team members in; Michigan, Texas, California, Massachusetts, Florida, Arizona, Missouri, Colorado, North Carolina, South Carolina, Idaho, Washington, New Hampshire, Iowa and Maine.
“Soft, like a baby’s bottom”… This saying only tells part of the story about babies’ skin. Of course baby skin is soft — it is the best!!! — but it is also delicate, fragile and needs to be protected from chemicals in our environment.
Skin is a very important multifunctional organ that provides our bodies with a barrier function, mechanical protection, thermoregulation, immune surveillance and it prevents the loss of body fluids. Healthy skin plays a role in keeping babies alive. It was previously thought that the skin barrier function reached its maturity at about 34 weeks gestation (still in the womb). However, recent data shows that newborn skin goes through a gradual process of maturity in its environment and continues to develop until 12 months after birth —that is all the way until their first birthday!!! Skin care is important during a baby’s first years of life as studies show that baby’s (6-13 months old) and toddler’s (17-24 months old) skin has higher skin reactivity and absorption than adults.
The newborn’s skin is very naturally sensitive, thin and fragile. The skin of the premature newborn is even thinner, therefore highly permeable. This increases the risk of toxicity from the absorption of chemicals. This skin is also more easily attacked mechanically. For example, a baby’s bottom is in constant contact with diapers and being wiped with baby wipes which can cause repeated removal of top layer of skin cells. This increases the permeability of the skin and chance of skin rashes and infections. The health of a newborn’s skin is so important to the overall health of the child.
Norwex’s Global Mission is to: “Improve quality of life by radically reducing chemicals in our homes.” This mission does not only apply to how we care for our homes but how we care for our bodies. The shelves at the supermarkets and drug stores are lined with chemical-filled baby products. Even with the knowledge of cancer-causing agents, these can still be found in some of the most “trusted” companies baby products. Isn’t it wonderful that Norwex provides alternative skin care products. Here are a few chemical-free products that will keep your babies clean and safe.
Baby Hooded Towel Set: It is the perfect size for babies and toddlers; it is super absorbent, super soft and super cozy, just what their sensitive skin needs. It is constructed with microfiber and has Norwex’s exclusive Baclock™ agent to inhibit odors from bacteria. It also comes with a matching face cloth.
Baby Body Pack: It comes with three baby-sized face or body cloths. They are super soft and gentle on your baby’s skin. They are constructed with microfiber and has Norwex’s exclusive Baclock™ agent to inhibit odors from bacteria growth.
Bubble Bath: All kids love bubbles at bath time!!! Norwex’s bubble bath is made from 3 natural ingredients — water, caprylyl/capryl glucoside (a natural foamer) & natural wild cherry fruit extract. It is non-allergenic, biodegradable and a gentle cleansing agent. Plus, it is FUN!!!
Body Lotion: This chemical-free lotion is good for the whole family and is certified by BDIH and NaTrue for its organic and natural properties. It smells wonderful and is loaded with a variety of natural botanicals like coconut oil, grape seed oil, aloe vera, sweet almond oil shea butter and vitamin E.
Take the time with your sweet baby to massage this wonderful lotion into their skin… they will feel loved & comforted, their circulatory system will be stimulated and you will be at ease knowing that there are no chemicals being absorbed into their perfect skin.
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Delores VandenBoogaard is an Independent Norwex Sales Consultant from Edmonton, Alberta Canada with customers and consultants throughout Canada and the United States including; New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Quebec, British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Prince Edward Island, North West Territories and Ontario. She also has customers and team members in; Michigan, Texas, California, Massachusetts, Florida, Arizona, Missouri, Colorado, North Carolina, South Carolina, Idaho, Washington, New Hampshire, Iowa and Maine.
EnviroCloths are a multipurpose cloth that can be used wet or dry to clean most hard surfaces.
