JagFan Posted October 18, 2021 Share Posted October 18, 2021 A YouTube detailer suggested soaking my microfibers, in my dirty rag bucket, in a solution of OPC to make washing more efficient. Will this actually aid in the cleaning of my towels or cause problems for the microfibers? If this is something to consider, with really dirty towels, what dilution ratio would be recommended? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron@Optimum Posted October 18, 2021 Share Posted October 18, 2021 Using Power Clean will clean microfiber towels with no issues. We recommend 1/4 cup of Power Clean in your washing machine or you can rinse individual towels. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Setec Astronomy Posted October 18, 2021 Share Posted October 18, 2021 So Ron, you are saying to essentially use OPC as a microfiber detergent? Using 1/4 cup (2 oz) per load? And therefore no presoak? Is that safe for HE machines? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JagFan Posted October 18, 2021 Author Share Posted October 18, 2021 Ron, thank you for the input. I was thinking of using OPC to presoak dirty towels but if I use it as my detergent... better yet! I love the Optimum product line. My car is seventeen years young and while the paint is in good condition the clear coat has cracks and scratches. So I rely on Optimum to preserve what I have until I can afford a decent paint job. P.S. After a wipe over with ONRW&W it looks as good as new. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron@Optimum Posted October 19, 2021 Share Posted October 19, 2021 the Power Clean is in addition to normal laundry detergent and is safe in HE washers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JagFan Posted October 19, 2021 Author Share Posted October 19, 2021 Ron, Thank you for the info. I'm going to do a load or two today and I'll let everyone know the results. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JagFan Posted October 23, 2021 Author Share Posted October 23, 2021 Update... I washed all of my used towels adding 1/4 cup of OPC and I can't say I see any difference. Maybe just soaking them in OPC solution for a day prior to washing them. Any other ideas are appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toddj Posted October 24, 2021 Share Posted October 24, 2021 Not sure if this is allowed. But The Rag Company sells a ton of OPT products. The Rag Company offers a specific solution called Rags to Riches which is very effective as a soak and wash solution for MF towels. with a 2day soak I a 5 gallon bucket, and about 5oz of solution then a few machine washes it has really restored my MF towels back to like new. Then use it weekly as your detergent, it's fantastic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JagFan Posted October 26, 2021 Author Share Posted October 26, 2021 Thank you toddj for the recommendation. I spoke with the owner of The Rag Company a few years ago and came away with the impression that he wanted to offer high-quality products to his inventory. I will give it a try. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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