Will using bleach when washing this towel affect its non slip quality?
169495
I use non-chlorine bleach and it has been fine, I do not think bleach is recommended.
169496
Unfortunately, I found this towel became a slippery as my mat and so after washing, gave it to a relative to try who said they keep it for travel (but not due to non-slip qualities)
169497
Not sure but it will definately lighten it. I just wash mine several times a week with seventh generation detergent and run an extra rinse cycle. I've never needed to bleach it.
169498
I would never bleach the towel. I wash it in hot water and sometimes add a little bit of white vinegar to the wash cycle.
1200037
I have not used bleach. I suggest you check with the maker of the comforter.
216375
My oldest eQua mat towel is at least 3 years old, washed many times, and it feels just as soft/comfy as my newer ones that have only been washed once or twice. I wash using cold water only and tumble dry low without dryer sheets/softener. I'm always amazed by how "new" my old towel looks once I've put it through the wash. The Manduka company has great customer service, so if you do have a problem, contact them!
1740677
Yes. They will be much softer and more absorbent if you do, and become nicer with each washing. They bleach beautifully.
1353636
Mine is just stained from use. I'd imagine you'd have to wash it after every use to keep it bleach white. I've tried all types of soap and it's just stained.
1849779
It's your fabric softner. When you wash your clothes next time, add 1/2 cup of vinegar in place of liquid fabric softner. You might have to do this a few times. I had this problem mostly with bathroom towels because I love them soft and fluffy, but the problem was too much of a build up on them. The vinegar will also wash your washer of any buildup. Good luck!
1363106
I'm sure it will because it's straight bleach.ruined alot of my clothes and towels
80377
Definitely! I use just a little bit of water to wet the towel on my mat before I start my practice. If not you tend to slide just a bit until you start to sweat. Also, don't wash the towel with fabric softener. I seriously love this towel and will be buying another one soon.
265110
yes, I have the clear you have to wash it at least once a month to avoid the mildew forming on the bottom with bleach or any cleaning solution. It's worth the purchase quality and price.
1740679
Yes. I believe instructions in the packet itself say "best to wash before use" and something about cool water delivate cycle. That surprised me, but now I am using them I can vouch for hot water and a no-bleach cleanser is just fine.
30565
The laundry instruction that accompanied my towels said not to bleach. But on occasion I have used a minimal amount of bleach and my towels have wash-up beautifully. I do not use bleach often...but do use Arm & Hammer Baking Soda regularly.
118877
Yep, it bleached my hand towels. Solution: dry your hands with a white hand towel after washing them, let the treatment dry before putting your face on you pillowcase.
1758668
I wash these towels along with my other towels using hot water, liquid detergent, and crucially NO fabric softener (softener fills up the little nooks and crannies in the fabric and negatively affects its absorbency). I guess you could, as others have said, use vinegar if you want to give the towels a good cleaning.
251331
Wash in warm water, regular cycle, dry on damp dry, then further dry on a towel rack. Because of the backing, the Grippy might always smell different from other towels. That said, it doesn't slide all over the mat, which is the reason I bought it.
924478
It just specify on the bottle it MAY bleach fabric. So I would still be cautious about it. I don't see it happening to mine since I have mostly dark fabrics I would've seen it at once.
140015
Clorox bleach could certainly damage and thin the towel thread. each time you bleach it become thinner and thinner. Yes you get it whiter by bleaching it but soon you left with a thin almost transparent cloth!!! SO use the powder Oxygen powered bleach instead. Never use Clorox, it is for floors tiles mold in toilet or outside, also no good for the environment.
706134
I don't have an answer for the question. This towel was a gift to my daughter; she said she had washed the towel, but hasn't actually used it. She was very pleased with the quality of the towel.