How to clean polyester dip cloth properly?
Release time:
Oct 23,2023
There are certain steps and precautions that need to be followed in order to properly clean polyester dip cloth to ensure the cleanliness and longevity of the fabric. Here are some specific suggestions:
First, understand the characteristics of polyester impregnated fabrics
Polyester dipped cloth is a combination of polyester fibers and adhesive layer characteristics of the composite material, with wear-resistant, corrosion-resistant, anti-aging and other advantages. In the cleaning process, special attention needs to be paid to avoid damage to the adhesive layer and fibers.
Second, the preparation of cleaning tools and materials
Neutral detergent: choose a neutral detergent suitable for polyester fabrics, avoid the use of bleach or strong acid-alkaline detergent, in order to prevent damage to the fabric and adhesive layer.
Soft bristle brush: Use to gently brush the stains on the surface of the fabric, avoid using hard bristle brush or steel wire ball and other tools that may scratch the fabric.
Fresh water: Ensure that clean, unadulterated fresh water is used for rinsing.
Clean towel: used to absorb the moisture on the surface of the fabric.
III. Cleaning Steps
Check cleaning instructions: First, check the cleaning instructions or labeling of the polyester dipped fabric to see if there are any special cleaning requirements or contraindications.
Pretreat stains: For more stubborn stains, use a small amount of neutral detergent and water to pretreat. Apply the detergent to the stain and rub gently for a few moments, then rinse well with water.
Overall cleaning: Place the polyester impregnated fabric in a basin with the appropriate amount of water and neutral detergent, and gently scrub or gently brush the surface of the fabric with a soft-bristled brush. Be careful not to use too much force to cause deformation of the fabric or detachment of the adhesive layer.
Rinsing: Rinse the polyester soaked fabric repeatedly with clean water until the detergent is completely rinsed out.
Absorb the water: Use a clean towel to gently absorb the water on the surface of the fabric, avoid twisting and wringing to cause deformation of the fabric.
Precautions
Avoid high temperature and exposure to sunlight: Polyester dipped cloth should be cleaned and avoid high temperature drying or exposure to sunlight, in order to prevent deformation of the fabric, discoloration or aging of the adhesive layer. Choose a cool and ventilated place to dry naturally.
Gentle Handling: Keep gentle movements throughout the cleaning process to avoid unnecessary damage to the fabric and adhesive layer.
Separate cleaning: If possible, clean polyester dipped fabrics separately from other types of fabrics to prevent the different materials from interacting with each other.
Regular inspection: check the state of polyester impregnated fabrics regularly after cleaning, if you find that the adhesive layer falls off, fabric damage and other situations should be dealt with in a timely manner.
Fifth, special stains treatment
If the polyester dipped cloth is stained with special stains that are difficult to remove (such as oil stains, glue stains, etc.), you can try to use a special stain remover or treat it according to the following methods:
For oil stains: you can use a small amount of detergent or alcohol to gently wipe the stains, and then rinse with water.
For adhesive stains: Try using acetone or banana water to drop on the adhesive stain and gently brush to soften it and remove it. Note, however, that this method may cause damage to some types of adhesive layers, so test a small area in an inconspicuous place before use.
In conclusion, proper cleaning of polyester dipped fabrics requires a combination of the properties of the fabric and the adhesive layer, and the adoption of the appropriate cleaning method and tools for the job. It is also important to follow the cleaning instructions and precautions to ensure the cleanliness and longevity of the fabric.