another way i clean my mitts (if i don't have a big load to put in the washer) is to hold it by the cuff and blast off as much of the dirt, etc.. off with the hose and spray nozzle, and then put it in a clean bucket of water (with the grit guard inside) and soak it until i'm done with the rest of the car (drying, applying dressing, etc). then i agitate it one last time inside the bucket before blasting it again with the hose and nozzle, and then gently squeeze all the water out and swing it out the remains by the cuff. finally, i hang dry it on a pant hanger (with the clips) by the cuff with it open...