do these need to be washed before first use?
1740676
They recommend washing before first use. Some I washed first, some I didn't. I didn't see a noticeable difference.
1740677
Yes. They will be much softer and more absorbent if you do, and become nicer with each washing. They bleach beautifully.
1740678
Yes, I would say so. They are lint free but you'll noticed a little lint unless you wash them. They will also shrink a tad.
1740679
Yes. I believe instructions in the packet itself say "best to wash before use" and something about cool water delivate cycle. That surprised me, but now I am using them I can vouch for hot water and a no-bleach cleanser is just fine.
1740680
We recommend washing the towels before the first use. First, a wash will remove any impurities that the towels may have acquired during transportation and storage (it is always a good rule to wash any linen before using it). Second, the towels will become softer and more absorbent after a couple of washes, and will lose any remaining lint. We recommend washing in either hot or cold water and with or without bleach (at the customer's preference). We recommend drying in low heat to minimize shrinking. However, many customers choose to dry in high heat either out of convenience (with other linens) or because they believe it results in cleaner towels.I hope this helps.LisaLiliane Collection We recommend washing the towels before the first use. First, a wash will remove any impurities that the towels may have acquired during transportation and storage (it is always a good rule to wash any linen before using it). Second, the towels will become softer and more absorbent after a couple of washes, and will lose any remaining lint. We recommend washing in either hot or cold water and with or without bleach (at the customer's preference). We recommend drying in low heat to minimize shrinking. However, many customers choose to dry in high heat either out of convenience (with other... » Read More We recommend washing the towels before the first use. First, a wash will remove any impurities that the towels may have acquired during transportation and storage (it is always a good rule to wash any linen before using it). Second, the towels will become softer and more absorbent after a couple of washes, and will lose any remaining lint. We recommend washing in either hot or cold water and with or without bleach (at the customer's preference). We recommend drying in low heat to minimize shrinking. However, many customers choose to dry in high heat either out of convenience (with other linens) or because they believe it results in cleaner towels.I hope this helps.LisaLiliane Collection « Show Less
1740681
I did not wash them before the first use and had no qualms about it. That said, the towels are more absorbent after the first washing. Once the order is placed, the company will send an email with care instructions. I continue to enjoy this product.
555326
Yes, they are absolutely machine washable. No need to dry them though. They come out of the washing machine clean and pretty dry.
1996063
absolutely. i wash them by hand. I have used them numerous times since I purchased them last August.
504313
I use them directly out of the bag. I have never washed them and they are good.
1976100
Wash them before first, and just spray them with PAM before use each time. Nothing more to it ;-)
552752
I machine washed them in rockin green laundry soap and dried them normally. There is no real prep for these. I have stripped them once using the hot water in the washing machine.
356582
Yes, they are washable but you have to watch for shrinkable. Wash in cold and lay flat to dry.
1664532
I have not washed them yet I just bought them and just started to use them - sorry.
1365705
Very easy, wash them in a little dish soap and warm water...rinse thoroughly and let dry before using again. I also recommend washing before first use as well, to remove the chemicals and slight odor.
1105390
Yes. We've washed them a bunch of times in the dishwasher with no problems.
575596
Yes, and very simply. They are supposed to be able to be thrown into the washing machine and to be taken care of. I don't recommend you do that on a normal or harsh setting though, in case some varnish(for lack of a better word on the fly) were to come off. I would spray some pan on it before you use it each time and then either throw it in the washing machine on a light setting or hand wash - it's really easy to clean them anyways.
1374702
I just put them in the washer and dryer. I have had no issues. I did wash them by themselves the first time just to make sure the color did not bleed.
449800
Cold wash and low dry and they are nice and soft. Wash them before you use them.
21924
have not washed them yet, but would probably do a hand wash to start and if they do not look clean, use the washing machine.
744129
Sorry, but I haven't tried. I always wash them by hand, which I feel is far better when dealing with smaller items. Based on the apparent quality, it should be OK, but this is speculation.
809678
If you are going to use them for food (either baking or food portioning), then it would probably be a good idea to wash them first. I bought mine to make soap in, so I just gave them a quick rinse in warm water before using them for the first time.
869292
I do believe so on the normal wash and air dry them. I just wash them by hand I let them sit in hot soapy water and then dry them