Stripping is the process of removing mineral and oil buildup from your cloth diapers. While it’s a great tool to help rejuvenate your diapers, you should only do it when necessary, as it is not a gentle process. You may need to strip your diapers if they’ve repeatedly been washed in untreated hard water, if they’ve been repelling, or if they’ve been washed with a detergent that contains a fabric softener.