After much rainy weather, my grill cover has gotten very mildewed. Has anyone put theirs in the washing machine? How do you keep yours clean?
1451815
I've not had an issue with this yet but it is made from a material that is similar to the fabric used on RV roll out awnings. I would stop at an RV store and purchase a bottle of awning cleaner and try that. Alternatively, mix 1/8 cup of bleach and a good squirt of liquid dish soap with 5 gallons of water. Apply liberally to the cover and let sit for a few minutes but do not let the cover dry. Hose off well (you can lightly scrub using a brush if needed). Hope this helps...
1451816
I have not, but then we live in a dry climate, to wash it I use a hose, use soapy water and a brush then rinse and let dry.
1451817
I have not washed mine yet. I live in Portland, OR and its pretty wet here...still no mold or mildew.
819849
I have washed mine a couple of times. It's stainless steel so I don't anticipate that being problem.
641945
What smell? Mine didn't have an unpleasant odor, but I have washed the cover on gentle in our washing machine once with no issues...Not sure you're supposed to do that but I have a small toddler so I went for it.
679199
I just unplug it and clean it out with a diluted bleach solution. I've not had any issues with mildew, but there is yellowing that usually occurs on the last wipe or two - almost like it has been cooked. The inside of the bottom of the container has a slight stain from it. But this should not deter you from purchasing. It is an excellent product if used as directed.
60711
Do not get the body of the grill wet, mine started to crumble in the rain. The grill is scrubbed in hot soapy water and I dump the ashes out.
648201
I always wash mine in the washing machine with warm water and detergent a little bleach. And let it air dry. If you put in the dryer only few a few minutes.
597010
My dad usually just takes a damp cloth and wipes his off after it cools. Looks fine, he covers it with the cover I bought him along with the grill.
759387
Remove the cover and wash twice. Let air out w/o the cover on for a full 48 hours amd you should be good!
2188465
We had an unfortunate vomit situation yesterday. I took the cover off and sprayed everything (seat too) with the hose. Then I put the cover in my washing machine. I used the gentle cycle to wash, and the air dry cycle to dry. It looks perfect, and doesn't smell like spoiled milk anymore! ;)
869890
I had the opposite problem where the cover shrinked from weathering and didn't fit the grill. I had to buy a new cover. If you leave it out in the sun it will eventually shrink; however, you need to ensure that you buy the correct size cover in the first place. Check out the specifications for your grill and then match with the cover specifications.
2185979
I dont put mine in the washer, I put enough warm water in the bucket to cover it add some bleach let it soak. Spin it,then rinse it it stays white and smells fresh.
1154715
I haven't had to clean mine yet but i would soak it in a mild solution of dish soap then lightly dab the dirt away. try not to rub too much the fabric might not hold up. good luck!
2060380
I cleaned mine on a warm sunny day with a soapy sponge. I hosed it down and it was dry by the end of the day and super clean. The console can be put in the washer
236981
Yep -- stuck it in the washer then air dried just a few days ago. Or I sometimes take a kitchen brush to it if it's not too dirty. Works great!
1230753
I washed mine in the machine in cold water with liquid fabric softener, stretched it out over a stand-up wooden drying rack and let air dry. Didn't hurt it a bit and it stayed soft.
648200
I wash mine in the washing machine along with a load of towels. It comes out looking new.
1057882
Mine was fine when I received it and didn't have a problem with it after I washed the cover. I'd try to readjust the foam and straighten out the hood. If that doesn't help maybe you should return it.