dust cloths

Soft wiping squares

Dust cloths are soft pieces of fabric used for wiping dust from surfaces.

The term covers purpose-made cleaning cloths as well as repurposed rags: She keeps a supply of dust cloths under the sink.

Some are treated to attract and hold dust particles.

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buffing · polishing · towels · cleaning · cleaning supplies · spring cleaning · surface · lint-free · chamois · dustpan · cotton · electrostatic · wiping · flannel · housework · sweep · floors · static cling

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Opposites
cleaning method

dust clothsvacuum cleaners

Suction-based floor cleaners

compressed air · power vacuums · shop vacs · leaf blowers · air compressors

dirt creation vs. removal

dust clothsdirt

Loose dry earth

dust · debris · grime · filth · pollutants

Family

dust, cloth, dusts, dusted, dusting, dusty, dustier, dustiest, dustiness

Familiarity
Top 100,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G