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Old May 18th, 2004, 08:05 PM
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Here's an odd one for all you clean freaks like myself.

I've use Meguiars stuff exclusively now, but I was wondering what people do with the Microfibre towels, cotton towels and applicators to keep them in good condition. I mean, could I just chuck the lot in a washing machine on a standard cycle and expect them to all be wonderful again, or is there a best practise for this? Should I use any particular powder or heat setting. I don't really want to leran the hard way, or have to keep buying new stuff every couple of months.

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Here's an odd one for all you clean freaks like myself.

I've use Meguiars stuff exclusively now, but I was wondering what people do with the Microfibre towels, cotton towels and applicators to keep them in good condition. I mean, could I just chuck the lot in a washing machine on a standard cycle and expect them to all be wonderful again, or is there a best practise for this? Should I use any particular powder or heat setting. I don't really want to leran the hard way, or have to keep buying new stuff every couple of months.

I bought some towels for buffing from Halfords and chucked them in the washing machine. Now when i use 'em they smear like mad.

The solution....buy new towels each time!
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Old May 18th, 2004, 08:33 PM
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DO NOT use a fabric softener!
I do mine in a washing machine. Normal cycle teeny bit of bleach.
Microfiber can pick up some lint but I have some that are over a year old and they're OK.

I definitely hand wash any wax applicator, a lot. Do not wash them with the rest of your stuff. Those are the ones that'll get you in trouble.
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Old May 18th, 2004, 08:33 PM
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I bought some towels for buffing from Halfords and chucked them in the washing machine. Now when i use 'em they smear like mad.

Try using non-biological washing powder. I know that my water-proof golf stuff needs to be washed in this rather than the biological.

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Quote: Originally Posted by Red Dwarf
Here's an odd one for all you clean freaks like myself.

I've use Meguiars stuff exclusively now, but I was wondering what people do with the Microfibre towels, cotton towels and applicators to keep them in good condition. I mean, could I just chuck the lot in a washing machine on a standard cycle and expect them to all be wonderful again, or is there a best practise for this? Should I use any particular powder or heat setting. I don't really want to leran the hard way, or have to keep buying new stuff every couple of months.

Best Practice for microfibre towels is to wash separately using a non-biological liquid detergent (The granules in a powder detergent would get stuck in the microfibres and not get washed out). Wash on a low temperature cycle and do NOT use any kind of fabric softener. Tumble dry at low temperature or air/line dry. In general treat your microfiber towels as if they were delicate clothing.

The above practice has been gathered from information on 'detailing forums' and MF towel vendor websites.

Hope this helps.
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I've been washing mine in hot water with regular detergent after every use (because i'm a freak) and I like them CLEAN. I prefer to hang dry them, seems to work out fine.
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dunno, i just throw 'em on the floor near the washing machine & they turn up clean a couple of days later

i got a nice set of 3 cloths from halfords - varying pile length from one like a terry towel down to a very fine almost suede like cloth which is great for glass & a final light buff. all 3 for £5

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dunno, i just throw 'em on the floor near the washing machine & they turn up clean a couple of days later

i got a nice set of 3 cloths from halfords - varying pile length from one like a terry towel down to a very fine almost suede like cloth which is great for glass & a final light buff. all 3 for £5

Now that is amazing, I just chuck mine on the floor by the washer, and my wife chucks em back, what make washing machine do you have??????????
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What is a "non-biological" washing powder?

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What is a "non-biological" washing powder?

Biological detergents contain enzymes and non-biological detergents do not.
Enzymes are naturally occurring chemicals which help to break down specific stains, such as protein, starch and grease, at low to medium temperatures i.e. 40°C – 60°C. Non biological detergents are recommended for use on delicate fabrics and people with sensitive skin sometimes prefer to use non-biological detergents.
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Biological detergents contain enzymes and non-biological detergents do not.
Enzymes are naturally occurring chemicals which help to break down specific stains, such as protein, starch and grease, at low to medium temperatures i.e. 40°C – 60°C. Non biological detergents are recommended for use on delicate fabrics and people with sensitive skin sometimes prefer to use non-biological detergents.

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