How to Wash a Chamois

A chamois cloth is really handy when washing your vehicle, but how do you clean the cloth when it gets dirty? It is easier than you might think.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Sink or small tub
• Dishwashing liquid
• Linseed oil

1. Begin by shaking the cloth out to remove any loose dirt or particles. Set cloth aside. Fill a sink or small tub with warm water.

2. Place the cloth in the warm water and let it sit for about 5 minutes. Then add dishwashing liquid to the water and work the cloth with your hands. Rub the cloth gently together to remove dirt and grime.

3. After using the soap and dirt is no longer visible, use lukewarm water to remove the soap from the cloth. Rinse with water until the water squeezes out clear. Lay cloth on a flat dry surface and press down to try and remove any excess water.

4. Take the cloth and place in the dryer for about 15 minutes on a low setting. It should dry quickly. Take a linseed oil and rub it into the cloth. This will help the cloth keep its texture and cleaning ability.

Tips & Warnings

• Do not dry the cloth for too long as that can result in damage to the fabric.

[Eristikos]

on 3/24/2007 Linseed oil hardens when it dries. That will quickly ruin the chamios. Using a dryer will accelerate the process. Hang up to dry only