Hi,any detailers out there that can tell me the best way to wash out my used microfibre polishing cloths for re-use on my car.,some advice would be greatly appreciated.Thanks in advance.

You can get dedicated products for this function...I've never felt the need

But

I use 'Woolite'. It washes well and doesn't leave dust behind that powdered detergent can do

Just put in the wash at 40c wash cycle and they come up a treat

Never, ever use powders, some of the powder can get embedded in the cloths & not dissolve.

I have always used Woolite & never had any issues.

Always dry inside, not on the washing line as you risk natural airborn dust sticking to them, causing scratches.

Woolite is generally available from supermarkets or Wilko's.

Don't put any cloths with gel on them such as tyre shin or trim products with buffing cloths.

Another Woolite user here.  Although ultimately they never come up as new, but enough to be used again at least once, if not twice.

Guys,many thanks for all your replies,really appreciated, especially with it being Easter Sunday.Woolite now on my order list. :clap:

Guys,many thanks for all your replies,really appreciated, especially with it being Easter Sunday.Woolite now on my order list. :clap:

You're welcome

Nothing wrong with sticking them in the washing machine as long as they get a good rinse cycle

Nothing wrong with sticking them in the washing machine as long as they get a good rinse cycle

Absolutely right.....Just don't use powdered detergent

No amount of rinsing will remove it completely

I just bung mine in the washer..... Along with my wash mitts. We don't use powder anyway though... We use the liquid you pour into the little rubber cup that you then place in the drum. Always come out ok and like new again.

^^^ as above, I just use the washing liquid but not conditioner.

Splash of white vinegar works well

I put mine in the washing machine on a water plus mode , using fairy powder, also dry in the tumble dryer have done this for ten years or so

I am just being a bit tight fisted lately I went mad buying clay bars,washes,wax polish and detailing products,this is the first car in years that I've spent so much time and money on.Being a Skoda owner has kick started my enthusiasm for cars again,after a decade of apathy.My paintwork is going to need work soon so I'm on a bit of economy drive and suddenly realised how many microfibre cloths i was getting through..lol.

4 weeks to go till the car has a visit to the machine polishing pro's,who are also going to touch up some of the paintwork flaws....until then I'm re-using everything possible to put the pennies aside for the work ahead.

Again,guys...thanks to all of you who have taken time to post your tips and advice,they're greatly appreciated. :clap:

I usually wash at 40 degrees, with a few splashes of vinegar, in place of conditioner.

 

Air dry.

I usually wash at 40 degrees, with a few splashes of vinegar, in place of conditioner.

 

Air dry.

I like the sound of the vinegar idea,I use vinegar in so many different applications/situations.

May I ask what are the benefits of vinegar?

I've never used it when washing anything

I usually wash at 40 degrees, with a few splashes of vinegar, in place of conditioner.

 

Air dry.

 

 

Yes - common routine for my detailing cloths too.... non-bio liquid or woolite; with white vinegar in the conditioner tray.

The 5L tubs of vinegar are very cheap and last a good while..... last lot i bought was over 12 months ago in fact - still going.

 

By its acidic nature it does help break down strong chemical smells, alkaline solutions, kills bacteria and remove stains - for general washing tips.

 

A blast in the tumble dryer - the car cloths come out as good as new

DO NOT USE FABRIC CONDITIONER, it knackers the material.

I found-out the hard way..LOL

May I ask what are the benefits of vinegar?

I've never used it when washing anything

Anyone?

Anyone?

 

See here:

 

Yes - common routine for my detailing cloths too.... non-bio liquid or woolite; with white vinegar in the conditioner tray.

The 5L tubs of vinegar are very cheap and last a good while..... last lot i bought was over 12 months ago in fact - still going.

 

By its acidic nature it does help break down strong chemical smells, alkaline solutions, kills bacteria and remove stains - for general washing tips.

 

A blast in the tumble dryer - the car cloths come out as good as new

Thanks Coops

Yes - common routine for my detailing cloths too.... non-bio liquid or woolite; with white vinegar in the conditioner tray.

The 5L tubs of vinegar are very cheap and last a good while..... last lot i bought was over 12 months ago in fact - still going.

 

By its acidic nature it does help break down strong chemical smells, alkaline solutions, kills bacteria and remove stains - for general washing tips.

 

A blast in the tumble dryer - the car cloths come out as good as new

Nice reply, silly games have started again I see.

As Alan (blueR36) was asking for a cheap source on this - so i dug out the links from the same eBay on my last purchase...

Price has gone up very slightly since last year but it gives you an idea....

 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/WHITE-VINEGAR-2X5L-/261178362742?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item3ccf718b76

 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/WHITE-VINEGAR-4X5L-FOUR-5L-BOTTLES-/251334073216?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item3a84ad9b80

You could always try a smaller amount before buying in bulk, try here http://www.tesco.com/groceries/Product/Details/?id=272337940

You could always try a smaller amount before buying in bulk,

 

try here http://www.tesco.com/groceries/Product/Details/?id=272337940

 

 

Nice one - good shout!