How are you re-using your filter socks?

[GlassMunky]

Mine go straight into the washer with a bunch of bleach. Then get rinsed in the wash 2-3 times with water only. Then they air dry for about 3-5 days
Then directly into the tank for use.
No issues ever.

 

[BubblesandSqueak]

after removing the dirty socks I turn them inside out and wash with garden hose wearing gloves (in case of any worms) then bucket them till I have a bunch. then every few weeks I run the washer empty for a rinse then the socks in a laundry mesh bag without detergent. when done with machine I run an affresh tablet on tub clean cycle to eliminate odors and fish residue before the wife finds out. the socks I just hang dry afterwards. they have looked clean so far but when they discolor I'm planning to due a bleaching after the wash then a prime soak before drying them. members told me I don't need to prime since the bleach will dissipate once they air dry but I will feel more comfortable doing that extra step.

BRS has a video on their site on washing socks. they also said every 4 days to change because that's when organics start to break down.