MERGED THREADS - Cleaning/Caring for microfiber towels
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Anyone know if its ok to wash microfiber towels in regular laundry detergent? or do you have to buy the special microfiber detergent? I'm not new to using microfibers but I just want to make sure I dont somehow screw up the charge or whatever by using normal detergent.
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I have been using TideHE in a front loader for several years with good results. I also put white vinegar in the final rinse cycle which acts as a natural softener and keeps the MF very absorbent.
As already mentioned, I would caution not to wash any MF towels with any other fabric as the MF acts as a lint magnet. Once you get lint into the MF, it will perform poorly from then on. You can't wash the lint out. Try cleaning a windshield with one of these towels and all you will see is a trail of lint on the glass. Same things happens on paint but it is most obvious on dark colors.
I always wash my MF's as a separate batch and pop them into the dryer. They are pretty sturdy if you buy quality towels.
As already mentioned, I would caution not to wash any MF towels with any other fabric as the MF acts as a lint magnet. Once you get lint into the MF, it will perform poorly from then on. You can't wash the lint out. Try cleaning a windshield with one of these towels and all you will see is a trail of lint on the glass. Same things happens on paint but it is most obvious on dark colors.
I always wash my MF's as a separate batch and pop them into the dryer. They are pretty sturdy if you buy quality towels.
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We always recommend shying away from any cleaners that contain bleach, fabric softeners and especially non-liquid (ie: powder) detergents.
Your best bet for microfiber towels is to use microrestore:
http://www.glimmerglassdetailing.com/mide.html
wash on hot and dry in hot also
Your best bet for microfiber towels is to use microrestore:
http://www.glimmerglassdetailing.com/mide.html
wash on hot and dry in hot also
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