How do you put on hunting clothes? Before you wash and dry clothes in scentless detergents and drier sheet? Or after they've been washed and dried ?
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I would wash and dry before application as you described. Washing degrades the chemical. Carefully read included instructions for washing and drying after application.
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After they have been washed and dried. I hang mine outside on a clothes line. Spray them down good. Let them dry overnight. Smell goes away when dry. I've used for 2 years now in western and central pa. One bear and 4 deer later and zero ticks. If ticks give you the heebie jeebies you have to use this stuff.
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After you wash. just spray and hang outdoors if possible. Let them dry completely.
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Bruce - just hang your hunting clothes, including socks (not underwear) in the garage and spray them until damp (not soaked) with the permetherin let dry for couple hours. There is no scent and it repels for like 6 washings after application. Its good stuff!!
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I have put them in the washer several times now. But I never dry my clothes. They hang dry. I just started wearing them. I don't know why I didn't start sooner.
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Wash in cold water, no detergent. Instruction says you must wash at least once to activate absorbency. It's the pits to dry in dryer. I had to clean out the dryer thoroughly and still found little hidden piles the next week. My guess is that hosing and turning the mat frequently while hosing MAY work but I don't have direct experience. Good luck
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I throw them in the wash with the other clothes. I do stick them in a mesh lingerie bag to be able to find it. Eventually they will wear out but they won't be sticky or gross! :) good luck!
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machine wash cold and tumble dry, its on the back of tag. I would not use detergent or any cling sheets in dryer
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The care tag: Before washing remove metal spoon and splines and close all straps. Machine wash using gentle cycle,with cold water and mild soap. Air dry away from heat and sunlight. Do not use fabric softener or bleach. Do not dry clean. Hope this helps.
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It's best to wash before using (which is true of all textile products). Avoid washing with sharp objects, such as zippered items. You can use a dryer, but it must be set on low heat to protect the waterproof backing. Do not dry by itself.
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Yes, we tumble dry our freetimes on rainy days along with cotton prefolds we use as doublers. I only machine dry on low heat setting. High heat can ruin the waterproof fabric and elastic. In the winter, I hang then overnight in the laundry room, and they are usually dry in the morning. Bumgenius does not recommend machine drying at all though.
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The instructions say hang dry. Which took me by surprise. I have not laundered mine yet.
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Yr washing clothing or other items before you store them. Make sure they are completely dry. I have had items stored for years with no smell what so ever.
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We just got it a few days ago. It comes with two large zip lock bags. You dilute some of the concentrate with water and shake. Roll up your i.e. shirt and soak it in the concentrate for a few hours. Take the clothing out and hang to dry outside. It sounds somewhat labor intensive, but worth it if it works. I read an EPA fact sheet on permethrin, and it stated that it slowly breaks down with exposure to sunlight and oxygen, so it is probably best to seal the clothes in a bag and store when you are not wearing them to make the application last longer.
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I recently used some on my bed and did not wash the sheets immediately after, and I had no problem. If you have sensitive skin, you might want to spray the mattress instead of the sheets, then put clean sheets on after the mattress is dry. According to the directions, you should not breathe this stuff, so I would recommend leaving the house for about an hour. This is not a fogger, so there isn't a cloud of stuff in the air, but it does need some time to dry on the surfaces you spray it on. Once it's dry, it should be safe for your pets to walk on. Be sure to do all the carpets/rugs, upholstered furniture and mattresses. I recently used some on my bed and did not wash the sheets immediately after, and I had no problem. If you have sensitive skin, you might want to spray the mattress instead of the sheets, then put clean sheets on after the mattress is dry. According to the directions, you should not breathe this stuff, so I would recommend leaving the house for about an hour. This is not a fogger, so there isn't a cloud of stuff in the air, but it does need some time to dry on the surfaces you spray it on. Once it's dry, it should be safe for your pets to walk on. Be sure to do all the carpets/rugs,... » Read More I recently used some on my bed and did not wash the sheets immediately after, and I had no problem. If you have sensitive skin, you might want to spray the mattress instead of the sheets, then put clean sheets on after the mattress is dry. According to the directions, you should not breathe this stuff, so I would recommend leaving the house for about an hour. This is not a fogger, so there isn't a cloud of stuff in the air, but it does need some time to dry on the surfaces you spray it on. Once it's dry, it should be safe for your pets to walk on. Be sure to do all the carpets/rugs, upholstered furniture and mattresses. « Show Less
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You can use the same wet nuts. They work better when wet. I either soak mine in a jar and pour the whole contents into the laundry or add some warm water to a jar with nuts and let sit 5 min before adding to laundry. Not sure why they would have to dry when it says they work better wet? Works fine for me to use them back to back.
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The directions are in/on the box, but quickly I recall doing the following: Put clothes to be cleaned in bag provided along with cleaning sheet, which will be damp when opened. Put into dryer for approx. 30 min. on warm. (Also, there is a "cleaning booster" you can spray on before cleaning. After 30 min. in dryer, take sweater or whatever you have (don't crowd) out and hang up to air. That's it.
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Hello. I usually put 2-3 drops of essential oil on a few of the dryer balls and then let the oil dry for a few hours before using. I have not had a problem with the oils getting onto clothing. I use lavender oil on sheets and pillow cases, because I think the smell is nice for relaxing. I use tea tree oil when washing clothing. You do need to re-scent the balls after 3-4 uses. The smell will wear off.
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Put in the washing machine on a hot wash/warm or cold rinse. Then spread it out on the counter to dry. Don't put it in the dryer. I use 4 or 5 of them every week and I wash them this way. Don't go overboard with your detergent and they will be perfect! It is best to NOT wash them with anything else!
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Hand wash merino wool items and air dry. Dont put in a washing machine because warm water will shrink wool. GL