So it's ok to put Repti carpet in the washing machine?

[Latlaw]

I've been throwing mine away and replacing it after a few weeks and I'd like to try cleaning it instead. Is it safe to run thru the washer and dryer? Maybe with a double rinse to make sure the detergent is removed?

 

[_Sam_]

I wouldn't. Just wash it in the sink with very hot water and a scrub brush or something. I wouldnt use any soaps or chemicals, but thats just me .

 

[Bellalee]

Do NOT wash it with hot water. It shrinks! Or at least the ones that I had.

 

[Olimpia]

I don't know, I'm not sure it would survive lol. Yea, it seems like it might be safe for everyone to just wash it in the sink. I would, however, use a gentle soap like Dawn or something. Rinse well and let it dry in the sun.

 

[g3ckosr4me]

Double wash it without detergent and hang dry :main_thumbsup:

 

[Tommy13b]

Scrub it with a washrang, then throw it in the dryer and strech it out when its done.

 

[snakegirl]

i use them all the time, they shrink after a few washes...But i still use them. Wash and drier. but you will have to replace them Often if you want it to keep its Shinny New look.

 

[LizMarie]

I used to throw mine in the washer all the time with detergent.. But a mild detergent and just put a little pinch with a lot of water then I would hang it to driy.. I did it for years without any problems.

 

[MichaelJ]

When we used rept-carpet, we used the washer and dryer without any problems. We used a tiny bit of mild organic detergent and a splash of vinegar to nullify any odors. They will definitely shrink over time.

 

[VitalTears]

yea, it works for me aswell

 

[ajveachster]

We did it as well. Now we just use paper towels in our tanks.