How to Clean and Care for a Focus Cloth Eyechart
By Design Ideas - Fun, functional & affordable home & office ... | Published: 2026-10-28
Category: How-to Guides
Keep your Focus cloth eyechart working like new with simple washing and drying steps. Learn how to clean microfiber without damage and extend its life.
Quick answer
Wash your Focus cloth eyechart by hand or in a gentle machine cycle with mild detergent and no fabric softener, then air dry or tumble on low heat.
Why regular cleaning matters
Over time, oils from your skin and dust from pockets can make the cloth less effective at cleaning glasses and screens. Regular washing restores its microfiber grip and prevents scratches from trapped grit.
What not to use
Avoid bleach, fabric softener, and dryer sheets—they coat the microfiber fibers and reduce absorbency. Also skip high heat, which can melt the synthetic fibers and ruin the cloth's texture.
How to clean your Focus cloth eyechart
- Step 1: Shake out loose debris: Hold the cloth by a corner and give it a few firm shakes outdoors or over a trash can. This removes dust and grit that could scratch your lenses during washing. Skipping this step can leave abrasive particles embedded in the fabric.
- Step 2: Hand wash or machine wash gently: For hand washing: fill a bowl with lukewarm water and a drop of mild dish soap or delicate laundry detergent. Swish the cloth for 30 seconds, then rinse thoroughly. For machine washing: place the cloth in a mesh laundry bag and run a cold or warm gentle cycle with mild detergent. Never use bleach or fabric softener. Machine washing without a mesh bag can snag the fibers.
- Step 3: Dry without high heat: Air drying is best—lay the cloth flat or hang it. If you're in a hurry, tumble dry on low or no heat. Remove the cloth while it's still slightly damp and let it finish air drying. High heat can shrink or melt microfiber, permanently damaging the cloth.
- Step 4: Refresh between washes: For light smudges or dust, gently wipe the cloth against itself or rinse it under running water and squeeze out excess moisture. This keeps it usable without a full wash cycle. Over-washing wears out the fabric faster—only do a full wash when it feels greasy or visibly soiled.
Product facts
- Focus™ cloth (eyechart): The Focus cloth is made from soft microfiber material that is eco-friendly and won't clog up landfills like disposables do. Because it's reusable, proper care directly extends its life and reduces waste—making the cleaning steps below worth following.
Focus™ cloth (eyechart)
