Washing MK 2

[mjgoodman]

My MK2 is getting a little smelly. How do people recommend cleaning/washing it? Thanks.

 

[beekeeper5]

My old undergarment was really nasty. Turned it inside out and washed it using the pre-wash and normal wash options on my washer. It was fine after that.

If it still smells, use McNett's MiraZyme™ Enzyme-Based Odor Eliminator. It really works!

MiraZyme? Enzyme-Based Odor Eliminator 8oz.

 

[parzdiver]

After each trip, I wash it in the regular cycle just like normal clothes. I then air dry it in the basement (dehumidifier running if needed).

Do you wash yours now or just let it go between dives?

 

[Gombessa]

One of the advantages touted for Primaloft is that it can be machine-washed, though I'm a bit wary of that. I have an MK3, and I let it soak in the washer (water only) for a night, then spin cycle it and let it air-dry; I do this a couple of times a year. Once a year or so I'll use a quarter-portion of detergent to wash it. It doesn't seem to degrade the insulation potential of the suit, but the fabric does shrink a bit.

 

[Brian Sharpe]

I just toss my MK2 in he washer on the regular cycle (no fabric softener) and let it air dry afterward.

One way to keep some of the nastiness factor down is to wear a wicking base layer (underarmour etc) underneath.