How long does the Dusting Mitt last?Updated 20 days ago
TL;DR: Dusting Mitt is tested to withstand up to 50 washes while maintaining its dust-trapping effectiveness. The 100% polyester chenille fibres can compress over time, but a quick shake or light brush restores the pile. Skip fabric softener and tumble drying, since both end the fibres faster than normal wear ever will.
How long does Dusting Mitt last?
✓ Up to 50 washes
Tested to withstand up to 50 washes while maintaining dust-trapping effectiveness. The 100% polyester chenille is designed for repeated use as a reusable alternative to disposable dusting cloths.
✓ What "with proper care" means
Cold gentle wash, no fabric softener, air-dry flat or hang in the shade, and never tumble dry. Shake the mitt out between uses so a single set of 50 washes covers a long working life.
Why does my Dusting Mitt feel less effective?
✓ Compressed fibres
After multiple uses, the chenille pile compresses and dust pickup drops. To restore it, take the mitt outside, give it a brisk shake, then lightly brush the fibres with your free hand to lift the pile. A cold gentle wash also brings the fluff back.
⚠ What shortens its life
Fabric softener coats the fibres and reduces dust pickup. Tumble drying damages the mitt and flattens the pile. Hot washing goes against the cold-water care instruction. Any of these can end the mitt's useful life well before the 50-wash mark.
When should I replace my Dusting Mitt?
✓ Still good
Fibres still feel plush after a shake or brush. The mitt picks up dust in a single sweep across a shelf or screen. Stitching is intact and the mitt opening still holds your hand snugly.
⚠ Time to replace
Fibres stay flat after washing and brushing. Dust slides past instead of sticking. Stitching frays or the seams give way. Persistent odour after a clean wash. When the mitt is done, look into local textile-recycling programs rather than the kerbside bin.
Bust dust with the swipe of your hand. Tested for up to 50 washes. Soft chenille fibres trap dust, dirt, and pet hair on shelves, blinds, screens, and furniture.
Wash with Koh
Extend the life of Dusting Mitt. Sensitive Laundry Liquid and Sensitive Laundry Sheets are free of fabric softener and gentle on the fibres.
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Last reviewed: May 2026 · Koh Australia