Caring for e-cloths
You can wash as low as 30 degrees C, but most e-cloths can be machine washed at 90°C or boil washed. There are exceptions and all cloths have washing instructions on the label, except for certain lightweight cloths where the cloth’s smear-free performance would be affected by the addition of a stitched edge and label.
For all cloths:
- A thorough rinse is often enough for day-to-day use.
- To ensure e-cloths perform at their best, we recommend machine washing, using a small amount of washing powder.
- Tumble or hang dry.
- DO NOT use bleach or conditioner. Bleach breaks down the fibres and conditioners will block them.
- Colour may run - initial washes must be separate at 60c.
Notes:
If fabric conditioner is used by mistake, rewash with a little detergent.
As cloths age, some staining will not come out. Some types of dirt contain a pigment which stains any cloth. If the cloth has been washed properly, it will actually be clean. Repeated washes will gradually reduce marks.
Whilst a standard bleach will damage tea towels and cloths, you can use a natural bleach, such as Ecover.
