Winter has stealthily snuck up on us as the year is coming to an end. Most people enjoy this season because it is extremely moderate in our part of the globe. In every household, there is a hurry to get all the blankets and warm clothes from the stuffy corner they had been stowed in after last winter.
1. Washing clothes:
Washing clothes: But because our winter collections include a variety of fabrics, like fur, velvet, or even cashmere, we really have to understand the fundamentals of caring for them.
Cashmere: Although the care instructions may advise dry cleaning, it is best to hand wash cashmere at home. Simply soak your cashmere sweater in cold water while using a baby shampoo or detergent (specially formulated for woollens), and then wash it off.
Woolens: You should wash your woollens twice, once at the start and once at the conclusion of the season. The most effective method of preventing moths and other insects is dry cleaning.
Velvets: Before washing a silk coat or jacket, you must carefully follow the care instructions. For example, silk may generally be dry cleaned. But in case of crushed velvet can be machine washed.
2. Drying them:
Since woollen clothes absorb a large amount of water, it is best not to hang them for drying. Hanging them may cause them to lose their shape as they put on weight. However, the simplest method is to simply spread them out on a flat surface and let them to dry at room temperature or in the sun. Also keep in mind that storing damp clothes can be dangerous because it can lead to a bacterial buildup surrounding them.
3. Folding the clothes properly:
If you don’t fold your sweaters correctly, they may develop lines in inconvenient areas, which will make them look terrible when you wear them again. For example, if you don’t fold cashmere sweaters in three – quarters, there will be a fold line that runs right through the middle of it. Once more, avoid folding jackets at all costs and leave them hang in the closet.
4. Storing:
Take appropriate actions to store your garments is as meaningful as dry cleaning them. Woolens need special precautions, so once they’ve been to the laundry and dry cleaner, take them out of their plastic bags. They should be kept in your closet with plenty of space between them because the clothing needs a place to breathe. Most crucially, preserve plenty of mothballs on hand to stave off dangerous insects.
5. Ironing:
Ironing dry wool clothing with direct heat can be very damaging. The best method is to steam dry them. Additionally, make sure your sweater is on the inside out and you only iron from inside. Before ironing, do not even forget to switch your iron’s settings to WOOL.
6. In case of minor stains:
You most surely need to send off your sweater to the dry cleaners if you splash something on them. Use a tissue or absorbent papers to wipe the area for the best results.
7. A few things to keep in mind:
For the best care of the clothing, always read the care instructions on the labels. Consider that every materials has a special strategy to be handled. Try to maintain your clothes clean so they last a long time looking like new!
