How often should you replace your mop head? Advice for all mop types – plus tips on what you can do to make yours last longer

A mop on a wood floor.

Keeping our floors clean involves regular mopping, but it can be counter-productive if our mops aren't clean themselves. Mops are made of absorbent materials, be it cotton or microfiber, and much of the grime stays within the mop head if they're not cleaned or replaced regularly.

Mop heads can also diminish over time after repeated scrubbing across our floors, so they will eventually need replacing. So, whether you're exploring how to mop floors the right way, or mopping vs wet vacuuming, it's important to know how often to replace mop heads and to get into the habit of keeping them at their best.