How To Clean Microfiber Cloth After Waxing

When washing only wash on cold no heat at all.

How to clean microfiber cloth after waxing. When washed correctly microfiber cloths will survive 100 500 wash cycles and retain their effectiveness. Use a dedicated microfiber detergent like microfiber revitalizer or a dye freeperfume free liquid laundry soap no powders or granulated. Dry your microfiber cloths separately to prevent hair and lint attraction. Microfiber dries fast so it will be a short cycle.

Only use cold or warm water because hot water can damage the microfibers especially after repeated washes. Wash heavily soiled cleaning cloths in warm or hot water. After that i would air dry them to avoid heat but a low gentle cycle should work fine as well. One of the simplest cleaning methods is to use a terry cloth or a plush microfiber towel as youre working in between passes to knock off excess product until its time to change pads.

If using detergent choose a gentle detergent with no scent or laundry additives. Just be sure to thoroughly clean out your lint trap. Use a small amount of detergent no more than one or two teaspoons. Lightly soiled cloths can be washed in cold or even on the gentle cycle.

If the microfiber towels have an odor that needs to be eliminated add a tablespoon of white vinegar to the machine load. Heat can melt the fibers causing them to work poorly or even scratch your cars. You can also use a small device called a bristle brush which will help to remove some of the wax rubber compound or whatever sticks to your pad. Keep cotton and other materials out of the wash loads.

Set washer to a warm water setting.