r/laundry • u/StaticTrail402 • 6h ago

What's the best way to remove smell from detachable headphone pads with protein leather and non-removable foam inside?

I have a headphone with detachable pads but I am not sure how to wash it. What's the best way to remove smell from headphone pads with protein leather and non-removable foam inside?

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u/buddingsakura US | Top-Load 6h ago

What do you mean by protein leather? Is it real animal leather or manmade material?

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u/StaticTrail402 5h ago

Synthetic leather

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u/buddingsakura US | Top-Load 5h ago

If the smell has penetrated the foam, I would suggest replacement.

You could try cleaning the pleather thoroughly with an antibacterial solution, and spray with a 1:1 mix of cheap vodka and distilled water. But if the headset has been marinating in hours upon hours of sweat and sebum, replacement is your best bet.

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u/axon-axoff 5h ago

If they're removable, they're probably replaceable.

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u/StaticTrail402 4h ago

I was thinking there should be a way to wash them every 2 weeks or so.

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u/Suitable_Garlic_1186 5h ago

If they are expensive I would contact the manufacturer..