How does the Nitty Gritty compare with a spin mop?

It is a manual roller mop with a built-in scrub brush. A spin mop wrings with a bucket pedal or handle and uses washable microfiber pads, while this one uses a replaceable sponge and needs no special bucket.

Does the scrub brush come off?

The 8.5-inch brush is attached to the mop head. It is meant to scrub alongside the sponge, not to be removed for separate use.

What floors can I use it on?

Libman lists tile, wood, laminate and concrete. The brush is the rough part, so test it on a finished wood floor before scrubbing hard.

How do I replace the sponge?

The sponge head is replaceable. Look for Libman Nitty Gritty refill sponges and follow the head's release tabs to swap it.

Is the handle adjustable?

The steel handle is a fixed length. It is not telescoping.

Does it come with a bucket?

No. The mop is sold on its own; any bucket you already have works.

Libman Nitty Gritty Sponge Mop with Scrub Brush and Steel Handle

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$13.97at WalmartChecked Nov 9

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Libman Nitty Gritty Sponge Mop with Scrub Brush and Steel Handle

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Last seen at $13.97 at Walmart on Nov 9.

Our take on the Libman Nitty Gritty Sponge Mop with Scrub Brush and Steel Handle

The Libman Nitty Gritty is a roller sponge mop with a built-in scrub brush on the head, a pull-handle wringer and a steel handle. The 10-inch synthetic sponge is made to resist tearing, and the attached brush tackles stuck-on dirt before you mop. It suits tile, wood, laminate and concrete floors, and it is a simple manual tool rather than a spin mop or flat mop with washable pads. Owners rate it well for scrubbing power and value; the common complaints are that the sponge wears and the wringer needs a firm pull.

Best forKitchen and bathroom tile floorsHomes with wood, laminate or concrete floorsSpot scrubbing of stuck-on spillsBuyers who want a manual mop with no buckets or batteries

Pros

Built-in scrub brush handles stuck-on dirt
10-inch sponge covers floor quickly
Pull-handle wringer keeps hands off the sponge
Tear-resistant synthetic sponge
Works on tile, wood, laminate and concrete
Steel handle feels sturdier than plastic

Cons

Sponge wears out and needs replacing
Wringer takes a firm pull and can splash
Brush can be awkward on delicate floors
Not a spin or flat mop, so no machine-washable pads

Libman Nitty Gritty Sponge Mop with Scrub Brush and Steel Handle prices at every store

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What reviewers say

4.3 / 54,740 ratings

Owners rate the Nitty Gritty well, mostly for the scrub brush and the simple wringer. Many say it cleans tile and grout lines better than a plain sponge mop. The recurring complaints are sponge durability and a wringer that needs a strong pull.

What people mention

Scrub brushPraisedOwners say the attached brush breaks down stuck-on dirt that a plain sponge mop leaves behind.
Sponge durabilityCriticisedSeveral owners report the sponge flattening or tearing after months of use and needing a replacement.
WringerMixedThe pull handle keeps hands clean, but some find it stiff and prone to splashing.
BuildPraisedThe steel handle and head hold up well compared with all-plastic mops.
Floor typesPraisedReviewers use it on tile, laminate and concrete and say it cleans all of them well.

About the Libman Nitty Gritty Sponge Mop with Scrub Brush and Steel Handle

The Libman Nitty Gritty Roller Mop pairs a 10-inch-wide sponge head with a built-in scrub brush. The green pads help lift dirt away, and the attached brush breaks down tough dirt.

The sponge is high-grade synthetic and tear resistant. An easy-to-pull wringer handle wrings out the sponge. The handle is powder-coated steel in green.

It can be used on many surfaces, including tile, wood, laminate and concrete.

Brand: Libman
Type: Roller sponge mop with scrub brush
Sponge: High-grade synthetic, tear resistant
Sponge width: 10 in
Scrub brush: 8.5 in, attached
Handle: Green powder-coated steel
Wringing: Easy-pull wringer handle
Color: Green
Surfaces: Tile, wood, laminate, concrete
Quantity: 1

Specifications

multipack_quantity: 1Source
color: GreenSource
size: Nittygrit Roller MopSource

Questions and answers

How does the Nitty Gritty compare with a spin mop?: It is a manual roller mop with a built-in scrub brush. A spin mop wrings with a bucket pedal or handle and uses washable microfiber pads, while this one uses a replaceable sponge and needs no special bucket.
Does the scrub brush come off?: The 8.5-inch brush is attached to the mop head. It is meant to scrub alongside the sponge, not to be removed for separate use.
What floors can I use it on?: Libman lists tile, wood, laminate and concrete. The brush is the rough part, so test it on a finished wood floor before scrubbing hard.
How do I replace the sponge?: The sponge head is replaceable. Look for Libman Nitty Gritty refill sponges and follow the head's release tabs to swap it.
Is the handle adjustable?: The steel handle is a fixed length. It is not telescoping.
Does it come with a bucket?: No. The mop is sold on its own; any bucket you already have works.
Where is the Libman Nitty Gritty Sponge Mop with Scrub Brush and Steel Handle cheapest?: At Walmart, for $13.97, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Libman Nitty Gritty Sponge Mop with Scrub Brush and Steel Handle?: Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 4,740 ratings.

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