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Few fabrics such as silk feel luxurious and you may be surprised to know that dry cleaning may not be the only option for washing them. Listed below are some points to keep in mind while washing silk clothes.
· Read the Laundry Care Label: When a fabric's care label says "Dry Clean Only", that is the manufacturers recommended cleaning method. Hand washing a silk cloth is often an acceptable alternative.
· Test for Colour Fastness: The rich colours of silk can bleed, so make sure you test before washing. Dip a cotton swab in mild laundry detergent and water, then dab it on a hidden seam to see if the dye comes off. Bright prints or colours that bleed should be sent for dry cleaning only.
· Never Spot-treat Silk: Rubbing one area of silk can lighten that particular area. For moderate stain removal, was the entire cloth. Dry Cleaning is the only option to remove dark or unsightly stains.
· Hand Wash Silk Clothes in Cold Water: Fill a bucket with cold water and a liquid laundry detergent. Lightly agitate for 3-5 minutes and rinse well.
· Handle with Care: After rinsing, gently squeeze out excess water. Never twist or wring out silk clothes as this can damage the fabric.
· Avoid the Dryer: Lay the wet silk cloth onto a clean, flat absorbent towel and roll it up in a towel to rid excess moisture. Unroll and repeat using a second dry towel and lay flat on a drying rack.
· Use a Low Setting on your Iron: If the fabric care label says then it can be ironed, then your should use a low setting on your iron. Iron while clothes are still slightly damp.
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