How not to spoil linen clothes when washing and ironing

How not to spoil linen clothes when washing and ironing

So, there is a new dress (skirt, blouse, jacket - underline as necessary). Objective: to keep the appearance of the thing as long as possible. Well, at least before buying a new one;) How to solve this problem if the clothes are made of linen?

In further materials, we will consider this topic in more detail, but for now, recall the basic rules

  • Linen clothes shrink slightly after washing. When buying, consider this - take clothes a little larger than necessary. Important! Shrinkage during washing is characteristic only of natural linen! The fabric with additives may not shrink, but mixed fabrics have other disadvantages
  • Turn the garments inside out and close the buttons before washing
  • It is better to wash at 30 - 40 degrees. You can often hear the opinion that flax can withstand well 90. It can. But to "extend the life" of the fabric, it is better not to exceed forty degrees Celsius.
  • You shouldn't wring out flax. Straighten things before drying
  • Iron linen should be slightly damp. You can also use a steaming iron

You see, nothing complicated, but following these simple rules you will keep the presentation of your clothes