Hello everyone! Do you always take out your favorite woolen coat or cashmere coat in fall and winter? But woolen coats are really delicate, they will shrink and deform if you are not careful. Today, let’s talk about how to properly clean your wool coats so they stay soft and cozy, and wear well for a long time!
1. Know the material of your woolen clothes
First of all, the most important step to cleaning your wool coat is to know what it is made of. Wool, cashmere, wool blends, each material has different washing requirements. So, before washing, make sure you check the label of the garment to see if it is suitable for machine washing or if you can only hand wash it. Some cashmere products even require dry cleaning, so don’t take this detail lightly!
2. Hand wash or machine wash? The answer is “read the label.”
If the label on your wool coat says “hand wash only”, then follow the instructions and wash it by hand! Hand washing is the gentlest way to wash a wool sweater. Use cold or lukewarm water (about 30°C) and a special wool washing up liquid and scrub gently. Remember, do not wring out the garment, as this will cause the wool to become distorted.
If the label says “machine washable”, then you can boldly use the washing machine. However, remember to put your wool in a laundry bag to minimize friction. When washing, use the “Wool” or “Hand Wash” program, wash in warm water, and don’t spin too high.
3. Choose the right detergent
There are many special detergents on the market for wool. There are many special detergents for wool on the market, which can maintain the softness and luster of wool. Remember to use detergents with a mild PH value and avoid ordinary laundry detergents containing bleaching ingredients, which may damage the fibers of wool.
4. Scrub gently, don’t rub
When hand-washing woolen garments, always remember to be as gentle as possible during the washing process. Scrub gently, don’t rub vigorously, so as to avoid shrinking or deformation of wool. For stubborn stains, soak the stained area in cold water before washing, and then rub it gently with a mild detergent.
5. Do not expose to the sun, dry naturally in the shade.
Woolen clothes after washing, do not directly exposure to the sun! High temperatures and sunlight can damage wool fibers, resulting in shrinkage or deformation. The best way is to lay the wool coat on a towel, gently press to absorb excess moisture, and then placed in a cool, ventilated place to dry naturally.
6. Use a special wool coat care spray
After your wool coat is completely dry, you can use a special wool care spray to help restore the softness and luster of the wool. This spray prevents static electricity and keeps woolen clothes feeling fresh for longer.
7. Maintenance Tip: Regularly Trim Your Wool Coat
Woolen coats may be warm, but they do tend to pill over time. Don’t worry! You can gently scrape away the balls with a clothing baller, or use a special wool coat brush and brush your wool coat regularly to keep it flat and beautiful.