Cleaning Microfibers ?

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Hi,

Since I'm now going to give Rinseless and Waterless washes a try, which means i'll be using lots of Microfibers, what is the best way to clean them?

I know there's some specialized microfiber concentrate cleaners out there, but they're not exactly inexpensive.

Do they really do anything more than the average laundry detergent ?
 
Microrestore. Only need an ounce for most loads so that is 128 loads per gallon. I'm a weekend warrior though (sounds like maybe you are too) so most of my loads are small. I'll have a medium load from time to time when I do an actual full detail so I'll use 1.5-2 oz. for those loads. I think I have had my gallon for almost 1.5 years and just now getting ready to buy another gallon.
 
If you want to use a laundry detergent you can, but in my experience you need to do an extra rinse as well as buy something that leaves nothing behind. I believe tide is a popular choice. Most like to add vinegar in as well.

I prefer to just make it simple and use the BF microfiber cleaner. No extra rinses or vinegar needed.

However, both methods do work.

[video=youtube_share;k61suqb2SJI"]How To Clean Microfiber Towels The Easy Way!!! - YouTube[/video]
 
there are a few recent threads on this.

here is a quote of mine from one of them

builthatch said:
as far as cleaning microfibers, you'll get every opinion you could imagine, and more.

i got a super wild bulk deal years ago on Micro-Restore, so, i always stuck with it. worked sensationally for me. sometimes, i will pre-treat bad stains with Shout, and for really stubborn towels or towels i thought would be stubborn, i'd pre-soak in Oxi-Clean. but the base detergent has always been Micro-Restore. recently, my stash started to run out so i looked around for updated input on cleaning options. Charlie's Soap, Woolite, Free/Clear, regular Tide but with vinegar rinse...all kinds of opinions and combinations. welp, i stumbled on a product called Towel Kleen for about $17 shipped (gallon). reviews are very solid and despite me writing off the 3D brand a long time ago as just another private label wannabe, i figured what do i have to lose, esp. if the reviews and write ups are accurate and to top it off, if it's actually more cost effective than using pretty much all of the other options if you consider per use cost. so i received a gallon it this week and will give it a shot next time.

EDIT: i've since cracked into the new bottle and it works wonderfully. i will be using this full time as soon as my Micro-Restore stash runs dry.
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I apologize for this total hijack but here goes...

My wife makes our laundry soap using Borax, washing powder and ivory soap. It's blended and makes a gel*. How would this work for microfibers?

*its consistency is like a thick liquid and there's no grit/powder left from the ingredients.
 
I listened to builthatch and bought some of that Towel Kleen. I have only used it so far to clean a few smaller MF towels but it works very well and it is CHEAP! The reviews on it are very good as well.
 
ihaveacamaro said:
If you want to use a laundry detergent you can, but in my experience you need to do an extra rinse as well as buy something that leaves nothing behind. I believe tide is a popular choice. Most like to add vinegar in as well.

I prefer to just make it simple and use the BF microfiber cleaner. No extra rinses or vinegar needed.

However, both methods do work.

How To Clean Microfiber Towels The Easy Way!!! - YouTube
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Thanks,

Still undecided on the Tide and Vinegar vs Towel Kleen vs Blackfire (which happens to be the most expensive). How much vinegar do you have to use ? I'll be honest, NEVER do the laundry. My wife takes care of all that for me.. :props: But given this is auto related, i'm happy to take on the responsibility of cleaning my microfibers the correct way.

I really only have the Costco 36 pack, and 7 of the premium Meguiar ones, which feel higher quality than the Costco MF's, to clean.

Just a weekend warrior, who cleans my cars about twice a week.
 
Has anyone tried Chemical Guys CWS20116 Microfiber Wash Cleaning ?

For $10 i can get a 32oz delivered. At 1oz per small load, that'llgive me 32 loads. Which should be pretty economical.
 
thedoc46 said:
Has anyone tried Chemical Guys CWS20116 Microfiber Wash Cleaning ?

For $10 i can get a 32oz delivered. At 1oz per small load, that'llgive me 32 loads. Which should be pretty economical.
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I have it and like it. I am interested in trying others though...Built is usually on the money so I'm going to give his soap a try.
 
thedoc46 said:
Has anyone tried Chemical Guys CWS20116 Microfiber Wash Cleaning ?

For $10 i can get a 32oz delivered. At 1oz per small load, that'llgive me 32 loads. Which should be pretty economical.
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I use Chemical Guys Microfiber wash. Works great. I usually buy the gallon for 25.00
 
I use All Free&Clear or Tide Free&Clear. Once in a while I'll throw in some distiller vinegar(1/2cup per small-medium load)but I don't notice any real advantage. Through my gathering of knowledge, you just don't want any softeners or dryer sheets as they can gum up the fibers making them useless in adsorbing solid particles or water.

I don't know about the ivory soap concoction as I think the soap left behind could fill the fibers making them useless.

For extra dirty towels, I've added a couple capfuls of APC which seems to work well but I heard it isn't good for your machine. I figure once every couple washes won't hurt.

As far as washing machine settings, wash cold/cool(i use a 2nd rinse option, too) then dry on lowest setting. I know some people like to air dry their towels but isn't practical for all people. I dry mine on low heat and doesn't seem to warp them.


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Texchappy said:
I apologize for this total hijack but here goes...

My wife makes our laundry soap using Borax, washing powder and ivory soap. It's blended and makes a gel*. How would this work for microfibers?

*its consistency is like a thick liquid and there's no grit/powder left from the ingredients.
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I use a similar version but with ZOTE instead of ivory. Imuse the powder version and it is dissolved in water before using. Towels come out clean with no additives that will hurt the towel or paint.

A lot cheaper per load.

Ed
 
I have spent good money for my diesel sprinter van,I will not try to save a few bucks by using off road diesel or bio-diesel.Microfiber towels are the engine of your detail.128 oz. for $25.00 = 20 cents per oz. 2 oz. for a load. It is great to save money but I think you can over analize on the wrong stuff sometimes.We are detailing not washing cars.
 
I use woolite on permanent press and extra rinse cycle. I dont believe in microfiber soap. Soap is soap. As long as its fragrance free and softener free.

15 minute air fluff in dryer, then remove and air dry rest of the way and they are good to go. I will then give them a quick 1-2 fluff on light heat, fold and store for next use. Hasnt failed me yet.
 
Thanks fella's. I ended up going with Towel Kleen 1gallon delivered for $18.
 
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