Materials for nonwoven wipes
Material selection
Nonwoven material is a modern alternative to traditional fabric, made from natural and synthetic fibres without classical weaving. It stands out thanks to its high hygiene, lint-free surface, softness, excellent absorbency and stable structure, which makes it a perfect solution for single-use applications too. Acnova Oy helps select the material that best suits your product purpose, sales channel, packaging and brand positioning — tailored individually to each customer needs for cleaning, beauty salons, restaurants, cosmetology or industrial use.
Properties
Which properties matter
Softness
especially important for cosmetic and baby wipes.
Strength
critical for cleaning, salon and professional use.
Absorbency
affects the effectiveness of wipes and wet wipes.
Density
defines the premium feel and material consumption.
Thickness and structure
affect the appearance and user experience.
Sustainability
important for brands aiming for sustainable positioning.
Types of materials
Projects may consider viscose-based, cellulose-based, polyester-based, blended and biodegradable alternatives. The choice depends on the product: tactility for soft wipes, strength for cleaning wipes, and a balance of absorbency and durability for towels.
Below are the most requested nonwoven materials we use in production and offer to our clients:
Spunlace
The most popular material for wipes and towels.
Spunlace is made by hydroentangling and offers:
- softness
- high absorbency
- strength
- lint-free
- comfort on skin contact
Used for:
- cosmetology
- SPA
- beauty salons
- disposable towels
- professional wipes
Hygiene
wet and dry wipes, baby diapers, cosmetic and hygiene products, make-up remover pads, breast pads
Medicine
surgical gowns and linen, shoe covers, masks, pillowcases, sheets, wound-care dressings
Industry
wiping materials (mechanical engineering, printing, food and paint industries), protective clothing, leather industry, floor coverings, gasket and insulation materials
Filtration
air and liquid filters
Our specifications
- Density: 40–55 g/m²
- Composition: 40–70% viscose (blended with polyester). At 100% viscose content, the material becomes biodegradable.
- Colour: white
- Lamination: A laminated version is available — an additional polyethylene film layer that blocks liquid and bacteria penetration.
Spunbond
Polypropylene nonwoven with high strength and water-repellent properties.
Used for:
- protective covers
- disposable sheets
- technical applications
- packaging applications
Our specifications
- Density: 15–40 g/m²
- Colours: white, blue, green, pink, yellow
- Lamination: A laminated version is available — an additional polyethylene film layer that blocks liquid and bacteria penetration.
SMS
SMS (Spunbond-Meltblown-Spunbond) is a three-layer nonwoven made of 100% polypropylene fibres: a meltblown layer sits between two spunbond layers, creating a barrier against liquid and microorganisms. The material is waterproof.
Used for:
- protective surgical masks
Our specifications
- Density: 20–40 g/m²
- Colours: light blue, white
Airlaid
Airlaid is a bulky cellulose-based material with very high absorbency.
Suitable for:
- kitchen wipes
- professional cleaning
- HoReCa
- absorbent solutions
Sustainable solutions
If a brand emphasises sustainability, biodegradable materials, certified fibres and packaging with less plastic can be considered. The product's functionality must be preserved — sustainability must not compromise quality.
100% viscose
A natural spunlace option with high absorbency and softness.
Benefits:
biodegradability
pleasant structure
good moisture retention
sustainability
Lyocell / Tencel
A modern eco fibre made from eucalyptus.
Material features:
high absorbency
softness
strength when wet
biodegradability
How to choose material
We help choose the right material and always start with product purpose: who will use it, in what context, and how important softness, strength and price are. We then propose several material options and explain the differences.
Frequently asked questions
There is no universal material. Each product requires a balance of softness, strength, absorbency and cost.
Yes, if available materials suit the purpose, packaging and project requirements.
Yes. A heavier material is usually more expensive but can offer better feel and strength.
Yes, sample options are discussed during project preparation.
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