i was wondering if it would be ok to clean the microfiber towels with just regular soap, such as dial or even car wash soap, and water and do them by hand? I tried this on two towels and they seemed to be pretty clean afterwards. I made sure to rinse them with plenty of water. Would this be acceptable way to clean them?

 

Just dont use any fabric softeners. They clog up the micro fibers. Micro-restore is what I use and works great

 

ok, i just decided just to throw them in the washer just to be safe.

 

The washer is the best way in my opinion. As mentioned, no fab softener. If your water is somewhat hard, you may add something in the rinse cycle to help them rinse more thouroughly... ie: a tablespoon of vinegar per individual towel.

 

Yep, throw them in the washer, should be good to go.

 

dont laugh, but what do you mean by the water being hard?

 

not soft lol, like with a water softner.. hard water dries with spots..

 

Correct. The water has lots of dissolved solids (ie: minerals).

 

oh ok...i dont believe i do, as i dont really ever have water spots after if i leave a car wet and not dry it

 

You're good to go then... probably. Wash and dry. No fab softener. Enjoy!

 

with only other micro fiber towels, not anything else. No cotton towels, etc.. Just the micro fiber things alone. Good luck, DanF

 

What is a good soap to use to clean the Micro Towels? Like Tide.

 

I use All Free .. don't have to worry about any purfume, or softner or the like ..

also .. I keep my towels seperate, by use ..

I do three loads ..

wax and QD towels
glass towels
drying towels

 

Thanks

 

Please pardon my ignorance, but what is the big deal with fabric softeners or washing micro-fiber with any other fiber?
Also, I realize this sounds odd, but is all micro-fiber the same?
You can buy micro-fiber towels at Cost Co or Sams Club for pretty cheap, but is the quality there?