NO fabric softener for MF; what about dryer balls?

[EPHIOS]

I understand that it's unwise to use fabric softener when drying your microfiber towels, that it might clog the fibers. Now, I have lately seen "dryer balls" in infomercial and WalMart. Can I use these instead?

[imacarnut]

Re: NO fabric softener for MF; what about dryer balls?

I have some of the dryer balls and don't care for them. If you really want some, PM and i'll trade you something for them.

[SVT Lightning]

Re: NO fabric softener for MF; what about dryer balls?

I read somewhere (probably here) that the best thing to add to your rinse cycle is white vinegar.

[ClearlyCoated]

Re: NO fabric softener for MF; what about dryer balls?

I read somewhere (probably here) that the best thing to add to your rinse cycle is white vinegar.

White vinegar, as it was explained to me, has a chemical property that causes the microfibers to "open up" and release dirt, wax or polish residue. It doesn't have to be done every time you wash your microfiber towels, just once in a while, and it should be added during the first rinse cycle, followed by another rinse cycle to wash away the vinegar.

[SVT Lightning]

Re: NO fabric softener for MF; what about dryer balls?

White vinegar, as it was explained to me, has a chemical property that causes the microfibers to "open up" and release dirt, wax or polish residue. It doesn't have to be done every time you wash your microfiber towels, just once in a while, and it should be added during the first rinse cycle, followed by another rinse cycle to wash away the vinegar.

That's what it was....just couldn't remember the exact context of the post. THX!