Do they actually clean without chemicals? My idea of clean is kill bacteria and germs, not just lift dust and dirt. If so, how?
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If you really want towels without chemicals, go Norwex. Silver (a natural sterilizer-even E-coli) for the win!
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They don't kill germs, they help remove them. Microfiber has been shown to pick up germs/bacteria far more effectively than traditional washcloths and especially greater than paper towels. You would just need to make sure you sanitize the rag with a hot wash and detergent. Norwex is great too. Their advantage is after picking up the bacteria, the silver inside the rag inhibits bacterial growth while drying. After 24 hours the claim is that all bacteria will be dead therefore rendering the cloth clean again.
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I purchased them to wipe down my shower door. I am very happy with the streak-free results. I doubt that they kill germs but this was not important to me with this purchase.
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No we use regular glass cleaner and other cleaning products with them and work fine. Was not aware they were advertised as not needing cleaners?
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I seriously can't answer that question (without disinfectants). My main uses are cleaning mirrors/windows, and yes, you can use Windex (or not), mopping floors, cleaning tubs/fixtures, counter tops, etc., I personally use Lysol. I designate certain colors for just drying glassware. These microfiber cloths are also excellent using as wash cloth for your face/body. Once again, I designate just one color for this (white).. You also can wash your car with them, using whatever cleaning product you like. Just be sure to not use bleach or fabric softener when washing the microfiber cloths. I have found many ways to use them, and wouldn't be without them. But, for bacteria & germs I feel you must use a disinfectant. I think you may be thinking of the 'steamers' that use boiling hot water to clean toilets, counter tops, stoves, floors, etc. The steam kills bacteria & germs..
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they are great for things like windows and walls and dusting. You can use them dry on windows and they will remove any fingerprints etc and they don't leave little fibers behind like paper towels can. I use mine with cleaning agents on other surfaces. They make great cleaning towels that way. You can wring them out and cleaning is easy. No, they don't kill bacteria and germs by themselves but no cloth does. When you wash them, do not use fabric softener because that will effect how well they clean.
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oooh , good question. I think it is because clean up is with soap & water..... sorry hope that helps.
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The directions are, wash without soap. And dry either in the dryer or on the line.The reason for this is to activate the chemical, or whatever, is in them to allow them to absorb the dirt. I usually take them to the laundromat they have larger washers and dryers.
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When you clean the Bio-rings "only clean half of them" at once. That will leave the good Bacteria on them to build back up.
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I wash mine by hand. They clean up very easily and nicely without a dishwasher.Not sure if they can be put in dishwasher.
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Still need to wash them first with soap and water to remove debris. Then they should work as advertised against listed bacteria, viruses, and spores.
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We have not needed to wash them. Although the insides got quite muddy, the outside (which contacts our indoor floors) stayed clean. We just let them air dry and banged them on the grass outside to remove the dirt. This worked well; no need to wash.
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I have washed them in water. They seem to work afterwards. I would reccomend allowing them to dry completely before you use them after a wash. What works better and faster then washing them is to take them outside and spray them with a can of compressed air you use on electronics to remove the dust. This works better and they can be used right after. Note that should you choose to was them you run the risk of mold or mildew within the filter if they do not dry properly.
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I haven't had to clean mine yet. It appears you could just wipe them down with a wet towel. I would think they could even withstand being hosed off if necessary. They are quite sturdy.
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Hi Elise, to be honest, I haven't tried yet, because I haven't used them much, I would suggest looking at the little directions on the package, but I am going to try a little liquid soap and warm water; I believe that will clean them properly. Hope that helps!
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It's my impression that these things don't really clean, they just remove odors. So if that's all you want to do, they would likely work. You could call them (888-890-7991) if you want more information.
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Brian, I've tried soaking the pads in warm soapy water to loosen some of the dirt before I wash them in cold water. I think the pads say "do not use bleach". I finally got so frustrated that I ordered new pads because they seem to be impossible to clean after a couple of uses. If you hear from anyone else, I'd be interested in their results.Thanks,Stephanie Kentala
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Just cleaned mine today. Just wash in soapy water, rinse, and dry. Be careful not to break them.
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Not sure. I have never tried. They are super simple to clean... just wipe with a damp cloth!
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I never thought about washing them in a machine. When they get wet inside (my being careless) I just turn them inside out and wipe them down which kinda cleans them.
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they can be wiped . yesterday i used a hose ti clean it.. lol i dont know much english i hope it helped.
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It depends what kind of dirt is on them. I have it near the kitchen and never had trouble cleaning it. Just clean it as soon as it gets dirty