Question for wool aficianados
Jan. 14th, 2012 09:28 pm![[personal profile]](https://www.dreamwidth.org/img/silk/identity/user.png){kind=small}
madeleoneWent we took our trip to Ireland last year we bought wool sweaters. Not wanting to ruin them I am trying to find the best way to wash them. (Can you tell I've never had 100% wool anything before?)
Info online is somewhat contradictory some says wash in hot water, some says wash in luke-warm water, all say do not throw in the dryer. I always thought Woolite was the best thing for wool but apparently according to more than one site, not so, says its alkaline and not good. But I know there are a few people here on my flist who actually work with wool. So if anyone has any advice or knows someone who is on your flist who might know please let me know. Any help appreciated. TIA.
Info online is somewhat contradictory some says wash in hot water, some says wash in luke-warm water, all say do not throw in the dryer. I always thought Woolite was the best thing for wool but apparently according to more than one site, not so, says its alkaline and not good. But I know there are a few people here on my flist who actually work with wool. So if anyone has any advice or knows someone who is on your flist who might know please let me know. Any help appreciated. TIA.
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Date: 2012-01-15 02:40 am (UTC)Washing Instructions
How to care for your 100% Lambswool
Washing Instructions
Lambswool knitwear can be hand washed or dry-cleaned. We recommend hand washing frequently following these simple guidelines:
1. Soak garment in lukewarm water using a mild detergent.
2. Squeeze suds gently through fabric - do not rub, wring or stretch the garment.
3. Rinse thoroughly but carefully in clean lukewarm water.
4. A short, light spin in a washing machine will remove most of the water.
5. Smooth garment back into original shape and place flat on a towel - dry naturally away from direct heat such as radiators or sunlight. Do not tumble dry.
6. When dry press lightly with a cool iron.
I haven't tried washing mine yet (and probably never will because I don't foresee getting it dirty!), but this seems like a logical way to wash something delicate like lambswool.
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Date: 2012-01-15 02:54 am (UTC)no subject
Date: 2012-01-15 02:58 am (UTC)