Are these reusable? Can they be washed?
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.
227198
They are foam so I think they would absorb soapy water. They can be used more than once but over time become compressed. I don't feel comfortable suggesting to wash them.
227199
Yes they can be reused. I purchased these years ago. I found them to be the best and cheapest ones I found. So, I bought a case of them. I use them for a couple weeks and then toss them out. I have never tried to wash them. The trick is to roll one between your thumb and index finger until it is as skinny as you can get it. I then wet my lips and quickly slide the plug to slightly moisten it and put it in the ear cannel as far as it will go comfortably. And wa la no noise. I love 'um.
227200
No, the NRR reduces each time they are compressed. For sleeping this is fine but OSHA requires replacement each time they are reinserted.
227201
I use mine about a week or a little longer, but I have zero problems with ear infections or much earwax. After I first insert them, I can feel & hear the foam expanding. When I notice that the foam isn't expanding as vigorously as it did at first, I know they're not going to block noise as well, and it's time to replace with a new pair. Oddly, to me, it seems like one plug in the pair usually fails first; I guess I'd have expected they would both go about the same time. I strongly agree with those who say don't wash them; that was an accident that did not go well.
227202
Vinegar would probably work better than soapy water. It actually makes the foam swell up to give a better fit. However, I have problems with ear infections, and as cheap as they are, its one use, and done for each pair.
227203
Wearing these nightly, one pair lasts me and my wife about a week. Don't even think about washing these. They will get weird and slimey upon wet and won't go back to their full expansion and then gives less than 32db of noise reduction. When they dry, they're not slimey (this could be ear wax lol) but it will not expand the same as they did before.
227204
I have used these ear plugs every single night for a couple years now. I wear a pair several nights, but find that after a few uses they start not staying in my ears as well. I typically use one pair two or three nights and then throw them out and get another.
227205
These are disposable. However I have worn a pair for several nights in a row with no issues. They have gone through the washer but I did not re-use them. They are a dense, soft foam. They do not keep water out, and they do absorb oil and moisture. They are perfect (for me) for sleeping, concerts, bars, planes, and other loud venues. I keep a few pairs in my purse at all times so I can hand them out. I've used them for years and I highly recommend them.
1438937
Yes. They are of sufficient mil thickness to be able to reuse them. I am careful to wash them thoroughly when I have finished a project and also careful to make sure they are dry (to avoid any mold problem) before folding and putting them away. Great product; I would not hesitate to buy them again.
2269259
They are plastic. So I don't imagine that you would be able to run them through the washing machine, but they absolutely are reusable.
1747748
Yes they are machine washable! I don't dry them? I hang them on hangers to dry! If I need them right away I put the dryer on air dry:)
854685
They are reusable and seem very durable. I gently wash them in a sink of warm, soapy water and hang them on a clothes line to dry. I am very pleased with them.
251621
Pull them inside out and let them dry. No they can not be washed in a machine.
2097862
Yes and you can actually wash them.....just shake it well after removing it from the drum and then hand wash it. Let it air dry. It's just like new again. I don't know how many times one can be washed. I usually rewash until they start to look a little frayed.
356582
Yes, they are washable but you have to watch for shrinkable. Wash in cold and lay flat to dry.
1667057
No, they are not washable. Would shred up in a machine. You can wipe them with a damp cloth and vacuum, which is what we do. They are in okay but not great shape after two years.
2052980
I've never washed them, as I've never gotten into anything dirty enough to need washing. But I don't see why they couldn't be. I would air dry them so the materials don't shrink.
726065
Yes, they are reusable until they are too burned. Be sure to lightly sand, then hand wash and dry between uses.
347783
I have washed mine, but I would not suggest putting them in the dryer (duh).
994272
I really don't kno but I would assume u could delicate wash the In the washing machine or even hand wash them, that's what I would do personally
1747750
Yes, they are machine washable. As with any article of clothing, we recommend washing with like colors in order to keep them looking bright.
1282985
They are not washable. However each panel is removable and can easily be replaced.
803191
Yes, these are machine washable. No bleach, machine wash cold, dry low heat, remove promptly from dryer.
2232852
Yes, you can wash and reuse. But you should be gentle. I broke a tong or two and the half trays are thin, but reusable nonetheless.