Car cover

[billssuperbird]

Can a car cover be washed

[Aero426]

I have not seen one that cannot be washed. 

[moparstuart]

i wash mine at least once a year 

   have had one (california car cover ) about 17 years still looks new

[billssuperbird]

How and what do you use.

[DC_1]

How and what do you use.

I brought mine to one of those self serve laundromats since they have large washing machines. I just used regular laundry detergent. I didn't put it in the dryer though. It spun dry in the machine so it wasn't dripping and then I just brought it home and hung it across my fence in the sun. Dried completely in no time.

[billssuperbird]

Thanks that is what I will do.

[moparstuart]

  i do the same thing but i do dry it in the dryer  , no softener though

[DC_1]

  i do the same thing but i do dry it in the dryer  , no softener though

No softener??..... don't you get a rash when you rub your naked body against the car in a sign of affection!?

[moparstuart]

  i do the same thing but i do dry it in the dryer  , no softener though

No softener??..... don't you get a rash when you rub your naked body against the car in a sign of affection!?

yes but sometime you have to sacrifice for the good of the car 

[billssuperbird]

 

[Aero426]

How and what do you use.

I brought mine to one of those self serve laundromats since they have large washing machines. I just used regular laundry detergent. I didn't put it in the dryer though. It spun dry in the machine so it wasn't dripping and then I just brought it home and hung it across my fence in the sun. Dried completely in no time.

This. 

[WINGIN IT]

How and what do you use.

I brought mine to one of those self serve laundromats since they have large washing machines. I just used regular laundry detergent. I didn't put it in the dryer though. It spun dry in the machine so it wasn't dripping and then I just brought it home and hung it across my fence in the sun. Dried completely in no time.

This. 

Yeah, definitely agree this would  be the way to go.
There also may be a washing instructions tag on there somewhere like they have on clothes.

[68X426]

Use Simple Green. Don't use a softener. Directly from California Covers:

"Proper care of your California Car Cover is vital to its performance and longevity. Dirt that builds up on top and within the car cover fabric can affect protection. Often a dirty car cover can cause paint or glass to appear dirty or fogged. Proper cleaning can extend the service life of your car cover.

The method for cleaning a car cover varies from material. Please follow our guidelines below to make sure your cover is cleaned properly.

Do: Check your fabric care guide that was sent with your car cover for best results.
Don't: Clean a car cover in a washer with a center agitator.
Don't: Use fabric softener
Don't: Put a non-woven or specialty car cover material in the dryer.

Superweave and Ultraweave Car Covers
•Place the car cover in a commercial washer (smaller car covers can be washed in a standard capacity washer).
•Top Loading Machines: Pour ¼ cup of Simple Green All-Purpose Cleaner into the washing machine after it has been filled with warm water.
•Front Loading Machines: Pour cleaner directly into machine and then place cover inside.
•Use a gentle cycle if possible.
•Rinse the car cover twice to remove excess cleaner
•Dry using medium to high heat

Stormweave, NOAH, Dustop, Plushweave, Multiweave II, Extremeweave, Satin Stretch, and Corvette Designer Print Car Covers
•Place the car cover in a commercial washer
•Pour ¼ cup of Simple Green All-Purpose Cleaner into the washing machine after it has been filled with cool to warm water.
•Use a gentle cycle if possible
•Rinse the cover twice to remove excess cleaner.
•Air dry.

Non-Washing Machine Option:
•Place the California Car Cover on your vehicle inside out.
•Mix Simple Green All-Purpose Cleaner with warm water.
•Spray or sponge cleaner onto cover.
•Rinse thoroughly with water until suds are gone
•Air dry. "