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Should I pre-wash Ultra Pro Bathroom Mitt?Updated an hour ago

TL;DR: Yes. Give Ultra Pro Bathroom Mitt one quick wash before first use. This locks the colour, removes factory lint, and primes the fibres so the mitt lathers and scrubs evenly from day one. A little blue dye bleed on the first wash is completely normal and stops after the initial cycle.


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Koh Ultra Pro Bathroom Mitt in use

Should I pre-wash Ultra Pro Bathroom Mitt before first use?

Yes. The dye on new performance fabrics can loosen in the first cycle, so a pre-wash locks the colour, removes factory lint left over from manufacturing, and primes the fibres so the mitt lathers and scrubs evenly straight away. Wash it on its own or in an eco washing bag on a cool cycle with a mild detergent.

✓ Yes, here's why

The dye on new performance fabrics can loosen in the first cycle. A pre-wash locks the colour, removes factory lint left over from manufacturing, and primes the fibres on Ultra Pro Bathroom Mitt so they lather and scrub evenly straight away.

Locks colour Removes lint Primes the fibres

How do I pre-wash Ultra Pro Bathroom Mitt?

Wash it on its own or in an eco washing bag to protect other items from first-wash dye bleed. Run a cool cycle on regular spin, not a cotton cycle, which is too aggressive for microfibre. Use a mild liquid detergent free of dyes, fragrances, bleach, and softeners. Squeeze out excess moisture, then lay flat or hang by the cuff loop out of direct sun.

Pre-wash steps

1

Pop the mitt in an eco washing bag or wash on its own. This protects other items from any first-wash dye bleed.

2

Run a cool cycle on regular spin. Don't use a cotton cycle, since it's too aggressive for microfibre.

3

Add a mild liquid detergent free of dyes, fragrances, bleach, and softeners. Sensitive Laundry Liquid or Sensitive Laundry Sheets are ideal.

4

Squeeze out excess moisture, then lay flat or hang by the cuff loop. Keep out of direct sun to prevent fade.

For full ongoing care guidance after the first wash, browse all Ultra Pro Bathroom Mitt articles.

Is dye bleed on the first wash normal?

Yes. A touch of blue in the first wash is normal for performance microfibre of this type and stops after the initial cycle once the surface dye stabilises. Wash the mitt on its own or in an eco washing bag for the first cycle, or use a colour-catcher sheet if washing with dark items. Avoid washing with light-coloured towels until after the first cycle.

✓ A little blue dye is normal

A touch of blue in the first wash is completely normal for performance microfibre of this type. It stops after the initial cycle once the surface dye stabilises. The colour holds for the life of the mitt.

Normal first wash Stops after cycle 1 Colour holds long term

⚠ How to manage it

Wash the mitt on its own for the first cycle, or pop it in an eco washing bag. If you want to wash with other dark items, drop in a colour-catcher sheet to absorb any loose dye. Avoid washing with light-coloured towels until after the first cycle.

Wash alone first time Eco wash bag Colour-catcher sheet
Koh Ultra Pro Bathroom Mitt

Ultra Pro Bathroom Mitt

Dual-sided microfibre and scrub mitt with glove-style fit. Pair with Bathroom & Shower Cleaner for the full bathroom toolkit.

Koh Sensitive Laundry Liquid

Sensitive Laundry Liquid

Fragrance-free, free of dyes and softeners. Ideal for the pre-wash and every wash after. Also available as Sensitive Laundry Sheets.

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Last reviewed: May 2026 · Koh Australia

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