I own a pair & use them in a muddy area. Mud gets in the grooves. I scrape the mud but some remains. Can I put them in a washer occasionally?
1958509
I hose mine off in the back yard. I actuallyleave them on the back porch year around.
100004
I would get a plastic container large enough to fit your Sloggers. Fill it with enough water so the grooves are covered. The shoes may start to float. If they do, just put a clean rock inside the shoes. I've tried those porcupine style shoe scrappers. They were a waste of money. I always leave a chair, an extra pair of shoes and a towel on a mat by the hose. I wash off the Sloggers, step on the mat to dry off, and then I'm ready for the next project. Try writing Sloggers, I'm certain they've been asked this question before. I hope this helps.
1958510
I let them dry outside, laying them on their sides or upside down and then use an old screwdriver to get the muck out. However, I have rinsed them off in the kitchen sink and then let them dry upside down if they'll stay that way. I bought an extra pair of heel inserts, as my foot is narrow but I need a wide width in the front because of bunions.
1958511
The great thing about Sloggers is the ease of slipping them on and off at the door -- no need to worry about mud being tracked in. Once the mud dries slapping the soles together would probably dislodge any dirt. I don't think I would worry -and certainly can't imagine washing them in my washing machine!
1928345
You can use them on any surface, including dirt. The black rubber pad surrounded by the yellow plastic is what would contact the dirt so you may have to wash that surface if the dirt is wet, but your knees should stay dry. I wouldn't try to use them in mud because you would risk getting the inside area wet if the mud was deep.
397183
I haven't washed mine yet, but I was planning on just using warm water and Woolite. They should be fine
1593255
True but you can wash them in the dishwasher without ruining them. The water stains wipe ofg with viniger
2160220
I haven't had then long enough to get dirty but I bet you could put them through a gentle cycle in the washing machine. Inside tag says wipe with damp cloth.
2222789
They are grrrrrrrrrrreat. Can be used over and over. For best results, top rack of washer is best. I've hand washed and machine. Did good on both.
1748636
I have been putting mine in the DW and have had no problems. They are shiny and clean!
227197
The pair that accidentally went through my washing machine did not fare very well. I have reused several pairs a couple of times but after two or three uses they get grungy and seem to get loose to quickly. Overall I would say they are really disposable, but can be re-used once or twice in a pinch.
2202897
You can. They are like thin, stretchy socks, so if you have an agitator post in your washer, these could get hung up.I usually just put a little dish soap on them and do a quick scrub in the kitchen sink every 2-3 rides, and make sure they are laid out to dry in the heat after a ride.
1432321
I don't see why you couldn't use them in the washer, as long as the weren't exposed to bleach or a harsh cleaning agent, I think they would be fine. Never used them in the washer, dryer only. I think I would be careful though is water got inside then mold could build up inside from the moisture & that would not be good.
880026
Yes that's what I have. I wash them outside now with the garden hose, instead of banging it on a surface and getting all that dirt back into the air! Brilliant! Use one, wash it, let it dry while using the other one. Make sure it is completely dry before using them again.
1989268
I have washed them in the top rack of the dishwasher. That seems to do a good enough job. I haven't tried the regular washing machine. Hope this helps.
965872
I actually did put them in the washer and they were fine. Do NOT put them in the dryer. Or you make soak them in warm water with fabric detergent. Rinse well and Air dry.
1285565
The mounts don't go all the way across, so if mounted properly, mud under a few inches would fall through. I've mounted mine on a small piece of plywood. Stand on wood with one foot while cleaning the other. Could be easily flipped for cleaning I guess.
1437092
I think if they become dirty you might be able to wash them, but I do not think their intended purpose is to provide fabric softening in a washer. They are balls of wool that bounce around in the dryer to keep the clothes separated. I'm not sure how useful they would be in a washer.
968240
Yes you can. I usually soak them in a little detergent and something else like bleach or Oxiclean and then wash them. They wash up just fine. I do not put them in the dryer. I just lay them on the back of the washer or dryer and they dry fine. After a while, just like anything else you use frequently and something that does get dirty, you need to replace them.
2052979
Never tried it. Have gotten them pretty dirty with various glues and/or general construction schmutz, but their urethane(?) coating has always cleaned up well with just a rag and either soap and water or paint thinner. Personally, I would not want to chance getting the interior foam soaked in a washer for fear it might mold before it could thoroughly dry. Just doesn't seem worth it to have "clean" knee pads.