AlI About Cashmere
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You won’t need to wash your cashmere after each wear, these protein based materials seldom require washing. This is because dirt stays on the surface and unless your garment is stained, but do ensure your pieces are kept clean to avoid attracting any moths.
We recommend mild machine wash or hand wash in cold water. Always use a detergent especially made for wool and silk. It is very important that the detergent does not contain enzymes or bleach since it can make the fibers brittle and dull.
When machine washing, be careful to use a wool program at maximum 30°C, fine wash detergent and a laundry bag to protect the buttons and surfaces. The water temperature never above 38°C, this means the garment will shrink and get deformed.
When hand washing, leave the garment to soak for a short time, but not more than 10-15 minutes. Never rub or wring – The small scales on the surface of the wool fiber will get stuck in each other causing the wool fibers to tangle permanently.
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Dry your cashmere by laying the piece flat on a towel, rolling it loosely, lightly press and then allow to air-dry flat. Avoid hanging to reduce any risk of stretching. Please note that we recommend professional cleaning services for brushed cashmere pieces.
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To remove creases from your cashmere, turn the piece inside-out and lay flat. Turn the iron to the lowest heat setting and avoid direct contact between the iron and the cashmere by laying a damp cloth between them. If using a hand-held steamer, keep some distance between the hot face and the cashmere.
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Avoid storing wool, cashmere, mohair and silk garments in built-in closets to prevent wool eating insects from accessing your clothes. Keep your piece folded, hanging will risk it losing its shape. Cedar wood balls are a natural repellent to moths, replace them annually. For longer periods of storage, use a breathable bag to hold your cashmere.
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Some pilling is normal, due to the friction of everyday wear against the loose fibre on the piece’s surface. If your fine knitted garment should pill, simply use a new safety razor or a pilling removing comb and carefully shave the surface.