CleanCloth 100% White Cotton Knit Wipers are absorbent shop cloths for applying oil finishes, cleaning and degreasing surfaces, and general workshop maintenance, available at Windsor Plywood. 100% virgin white cotton knit construction. When using with oil-based finishes, spread used cloths flat outdoors to dry before disposal to eliminate the risk of spontaneous combustion.
Features
- White colour allows visual confirmation that the cloth is clean before applying finish coats
- Highly absorbent for applying penetrating oil finishes and cleaning surfaces
- Suitable for applying Danish oil, tung oil, and other penetrating finishes
- Cost-effective alternative to disposable paper towels for shop maintenance
- Safe disposal required -- spread oil-soaked cloths flat to dry before discarding
Specifications
| Material |
100% virgin white cotton knit construction. |
| Application |
Applying oil finishes, cleaning, degreasing, surface preparation |
| Pack Size |
Confirm current pack sizes at your local Windsor Plywood |
| Disposal Note |
Spread oil-soaked cloths flat outdoors to dry before disposal -- spontaneous combustion risk |
Common Uses
CleanCloth 100% White Cotton Knit Wipers are used in wood finishing shops, cabinet shops, and general workshop environments for applying penetrating oil finishes such as Danish oil, tung oil, and Varathane natural oil finishes. They are also used for cleaning and degreasing surfaces before finishing.
Pro Tips
- Never leave oil-soaked rags bunched up or piled together -- always spread them flat to dry. Bundled oil-soaked rags create a spontaneous combustion risk.
- For applying finishing oil, fold the cloth into a pad and apply with long, even strokes in the direction of the grain.
- White cloths are preferred for final finish coats -- they allow visual confirmation that the cloth is clean.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a fire risk with oil-soaked rags?
Yes. Rags soaked with drying oils generate heat as the oil oxidizes. Bundled or piled rags can spontaneously combust. Always spread oil-soaked cloths flat in a single layer outdoors to dry before disposal.
Can I wash and reuse cotton shop cloths?
Yes. Cotton shop cloths can be laundered and reused multiple times. Wash oil-soaked cloths separately from household laundry and ensure they are fully dry before storing.
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