I have two of these that I use for gym towels, but they are retaining bacteria and smell after following the washing instructions. Any ideas?
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I have not had this problem, with these towels, but I have with dish towels. Try a splash of vinegar in your washing machine.
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I put mine in the washer and dryer all the time. Even though they dry quickly, I suspect they will eventually harbor bacteria, so I highly recommend washing them.
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I did not have this problem. My dish towels were quite absorbent, even though they are very thin. I also do not use fabric softener when I dry them.
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I have an HE and I use this one. No issues. The best thing about SA8 is that your towels will never have that left-in- the -washer- too- long smell ever again.
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there may be some plasticky smell off a new unit. that just means it was recently manufactured instead of sitting on shelf for awhile. try letting it run on low for awhile. i just keep mine on overnight. it eventually goes away. if it continues still, ask to exchange.
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Probably because this washing machine is a piece of crap...sorry I don't know what it is, but it doesn't really wash my clothes, so the smell is probably just buildup from all of the dirty clothing. Maybe try running an empty cycle to clear it out?
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I have had this issue too but discovered washing at a higher temp and or using a bit of bleach and using an extra rinse cycle keeps the synthetics fresh. Otherwise, the synthetics will stink!
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My bed did/does not smell so I can't be of any assistance. Suggest you contact manufacturer if possible.
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I never noticed any smell when I received it. I have had it over a year now and after washing it yesterday I checked and it smells like my laundry soap. I would give it a wash that should work.
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yes - in fact i'm thinking of buying some new ones - I have used them for about 3 yrs and they're getting kind of dirty inside and i'm sure if i wash them - all the labeling will come off. Figure for the price, they've lasted a long time.
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I am in a smaller house. I read others in apartments using them. I have a bucket I have been folding them up and setting them in. I have not noticed a smell, but thought of adding water and some sort of soap to the bucket. I think summer time it could be an issueThey wash up great and also I laid them on a drying rack to dry overnight.
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I let mine air out for a couple days after washing really well. Smell goes away after a while.
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I clean mine with just soap and water. Have also placed it in a lingerie bag and thrown it in with cold water laundry. I am not aware of any antimicrobial properties.
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I wash my yogitoes all of the time without any problems. I've not had a problem with a smell, but try using Tide with Febreeze -- it's the only thing that's worked for my gym/running clothes.
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I soak in the bathroom sink for 30 minutes then do a quick hand wash and wash them with my towels.. that way the same material is being washed at the same time.. Haven't had any problems.
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My mattress pad never smelled at all! I am sorry that yours does. I am guessing you have washed it and the smell is still there?! I would tell Amazon about it and get them to replace it with another one. NO reason at all for the smell to linger......
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Gloves only smell bad after use if not cared for properly. It's an enclosed environment for bacteria to grow. After every use, and I do mean every use, I wipe them down with an antibacterial tissue, inside and out, then place them on a boot dryer which removes humidity, sweat, and leaves little for bacteria to grow on. I've never had an issue with them. It's common sense stuff. If they smell BEFORE use... No idea what to tell you. Sorry.