Is this susceptible to the same buildup/stink issues as microfiber? Do I have to use the same specific detergents and worry about periodic stripping?
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I rinse mine with water and Dawn dish soap and then wash later with Gain and put vinegar in the bleach dispenser cup of my washer. Never had a problem with odor.
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I use delicate cycle, warm water. No, I don't use fabric softener, just regular detergent. They seem pretty tough and could probably be washed in a regular cycle. I never put them in with regular clothing due to the Bona chemical that is used. Might not do anything, but I don't take the chance. I wash them sometimes with the rags used to dry out the bathtub or things I use to clean up spots on the carpet.
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no not that am aware of... however if if they do you can wash it on hot and add 1 cup of vinegar to instead of detergent and when the washer is done with its cycle then restart the washer and run it on hot again except add 1/2 cup of baking soda (again instead of detergent) and when the cycle is complete dry it and it should smell better... And don't use liquid or powder fabric softener with these towels... or really any expensive towels
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I did not have my microfiber coach professionally cleaned - just used the Blue Coral. It did do a good job and did not water spot the couch. I would just be careful not to satiate the material - hold spray nozzle far enough away.
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I wrote to Downy at the contact email and just received this reply:"All of our laundry detergents have been thoroughly evaluated and are safe to use in homes with a properly functioning septic system. We know it's important for our consumers to be able to take care of their homes and the environment, too. For more information about cleaning products and septic systems, visit the American Cleaning Institute web site (search on "septic"). I hope this information helps."
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Sorry, I can't be helpful to you. I am having similar problems, too. The swabs DO seem to leave more lint, etc. on the filter. I had to go through the whole box of 12 both times I have used them to clean my sensor filter. Perhaps someone else will respond with an answer both of us can use.
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I don't think it gets clothes as clean as regular detergent. I was disappointed with the lack of smell and unclean feel when washing a normal (for us) size load. Perhaps a much smaller load may make a difference. I haven't tried that.
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It lasts a long time, obviously it depends on weather, etc.Definitely wash the microfiber towels every time.
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Era is what I use now and it's wonderful. Once a month I use Smelly Washer to freshen my HE machine and I use Era HE liquid detergent in all my wash. The sour odor is completely gone. The repairman who fixed my washer told me to never use liquid fabric softener and HE liquid detergents together as they gum up the works. He recommended using fabric softener sheets in my dryer instead. So if u plan on changing detergents, I think u will be happy with Era. If u can't find it in ur area, I think Amazon.com sells it.
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I just use a damp micro fiber cloth. It works the best without any residue.
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I don't personally. I don't care for fabric softener, what I do instead is add about a half a cup of white vinegar at the beginning of the cycle. I feel it helps the detergent work better, softens even the hang dry stuff, never any cling issues and NO waxy build up to deal with. And my big fear that I'd smell like a pickle was unfounded.
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I use a front loading HE washer. I don't use it for my delicates because I don't want the friction from ball on my silks. Everything else is still working great. My towels are not having residual odors from souring or pets. I continue to like this product.
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I can only give you my own washing routine. I am just starting to use my second bottle of this liquid. I started the first bottle on or about February 10th.It is definitely the detergent to use. No more yucky smelling sponges etc.only a small squirt on the sponge washes a lot of dishes.I have now also switched from a well known brand of clothes washing liquid to Seventh Generation Liquid for my Washing Machine and it works wonderful.
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The microfiber part of the mop is a "sock" type cover. You slip it on the base and secure the ends with the Velcro tabs sewn on the inside edge of the cover. When you need to clean just undo the Velcro and slip the "sock" off the base. When you wash the microfiber "sock" close the Velcro tabs and toss in the wash. Do not use fabric softener with any microfiber product. This product is wonderful on our new hardwood floors. Its all I use.
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I don't use a special diaper detergent on our cloth diapers, but regular Seventh Generation detergent. So, I washed the diapers in detergent and the pack in the same load. I did not soak. It seemed to work well.
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I just used scent free detergent (I am allergic to scents). However, if you use fabric softener or dryer sheets/chemicals, it will reduce absorbency. I made the mistake of putting them through the wash and then adding a dryer sheet and it took two washes to get them absorbent again.
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I have been washing warm & drying low. I always wash separately because you cannot use fabric softener.To answer your question, I'm not sure which is correct, but my way seems to work fine.