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How to wash microfiber cloths without softener

Wash microfiber cloths according to their labels and avoid fabric softeners, bleach or high heat when not permitted.

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Fine microfiber strands capture dust and moisture, but accumulated dirt and incorrect laundering can impair performance. 3M's guidance for a particular Scotch-Brite microfiber cloth excludes fabric softener and bleach. Temperatures and dryer rules for other cloths must be checked separately.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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Check each cloth's care label for washing-machine settings, temperature and tumble-drying permission.
Shake out sand or metallic grit; rubbing those particles over screens or glossy surfaces may scratch them.
Separate toilet, kitchen and general-purpose cloths by use; launder heavily contaminated cloths separately.
Use an appropriate mild detergent at the approved temperature. Avoid fabric softener and bleach where the manufacturer prohibits them.
Launder separately from lint-shedding cotton towels where possible, then dry completely using only label-approved heat or air drying.
Store cloths fully dry and clean; stop using rough, contaminated or fraying cloths on delicate finishes.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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