How to wash a cashmere coat at home?

Each wardrobe item is unique in its own way. Among the huge variety there are universal things that are classic and do not go out of fashion. One such product is the cashmere coat.

This is a functional, comfortable and stylish type of outerwear, which is very popular today. Cashmere products have one significant drawback - difficult cleaning. To refresh the coat and not damage the material, you must adhere to strict rules. Further in the article, we will talk about how to properly clean a cashmere coat at home.

The whole process of caring for a thing consists of five points: socks, washing, drying, ironing and storing clothes. Correct observance of all aspects will make cleaning faster and easier. Let's consider each item in more detail.

Despite the beauty of cashmere products, it is not recommended to wear them every day, as this material wears out quickly. After use, the product must be carefully laid out on a flat surface and straighten all the folds.It is also necessary to periodically remove the pellets, which over time will turn into felted wool.

Over time, any thing loses its attractive appearance. Washing will help to update the product. In this case, the main thing is the frequency. Cashmere coats should be washed every 8 socks. Later in the article we will dwell on this aspect in more detail.

Most experts believe that such a delicate product should only be dried in a horizontal position, however, with due care, a vertical method is also possible. We will dwell on them in more detail at the end of the article. Remember the important rule: in no case should the product be squeezed out. It is necessary to abandon both manual and mechanical spinning with a machine. The best option is to gently remove moisture with a towel by placing a coat on it.

You can iron a cashmere coat, but using only a delicate mode. Given the versatility of modern models of irons, choosing the appropriate mode is not difficult. During ironing, set the appliance to the minimum heating temperature and use damp gauze or any other soft cloth. It is possible to process the product with high temperature only from the inside out.

Such a whimsical and delicate product as a coat must be stored properly. In the closet where outerwear will be stored, there should be a protective agent against moths.For added protection, place your clothes in a special case. After the coat is hung on the coat hanger, it must be carefully smooth and correct from wrinkles. The product must be stored freely, without constraint, in order to avoid the formation of creases.

If the product consists of 100% natural cashmere, then only hand washing can be used to clean it. Even the most gentle mode of the washing machine can cause irreparable damage to the surface of the fabric. All the necessary information about the composition of the material is available on the tag. If it says “WS 100%”, this indicates a 100% natural material, and the use of a washing machine, even the most professional and functional, should be abandoned.

The fact is that before the release of cashmere products, they are treated with a special solution that helps to keep their shape. During cleaning in the washing machine, it is washed out, which negatively affects the appearance of the coat.

The optimum water temperature is about 30 degrees Celsius above zero. Do not wash the item in hot water. Be careful when choosing detergents. They must not contain aggressive chemical components. You can use shower gels and shampoos. These products are designed for the skin, so gently and gently clean the coat from dust and other contaminants.

Do not use brushes during washing. If necessary, you can use a sponge or soft cloth. Use neat, smooth and light movements. Intensive washing, even by hand, will ruin the surface of the material. After washing, you need to carefully rinse the product, preferably several times, to wash out the remnants of detergents.

At the end, remove moisture with a towel and lay the product on a horizontal surface until completely dry.

Coats from the above type of material can be machine washed, but only if artificial components are added to the fabric. To save on natural raw materials, other fibers are added to cashmere: nylon, lycra, acrylic, polyamide, polyester, elastin, polyurethane fiber and much more. Information about impurities should be indicated on a label sewn into the coat. The names of additives are often given as abbreviations.

Despite the fact that machine wash can be used in this case, you need to be extremely careful when choosing a mode, detergents and more.

If the collar of the product is decorated with fur (natural or artificial) decorative elements, they must be unfastened. If this function is not provided, you will have to rip off the fur and sew it on again after washing.

Also, gently remove all buttons, jewelry, brooches and other metal items from the coat. They can cause severe damage to the surface of the material during the washing process. In addition, water negatively affects the metal, forming rust.

Next, you need to turn the coat inside out and fasten it. This will help keep the shape of the product. Check your pockets before sending your item to the launderer.

To wash a cashmere coat, you will need a special protective bag. If it is not at hand, you can use a regular duvet cover or pillowcase.You need to carefully put the thing in the case.

Choose the most gentle cleaning mode. As a rule, on modern models of washing machines there are special modes for washing woolen and cashmere clothes. Carefully study all the designations on the label.

Household chemical stores offer a huge selection of various detergents and cleaning products designed for both artificial and natural materials. On sale there are washing powders and gels designed specifically for cleaning cashmere products. You can also use additional substances that help maintain the shape, softness and color of the product.

If the washing machine does not have a special mode for washing cashmere, you need to set its parameters yourself. For things from the above material, the water temperature should not exceed 30 degrees with a plus sign. Instead of the cashmere mode, you can choose the cleaning option for wool or delicate fabrics. Don't forget to turn off the spin.

Experts note that the preservation of the shape and appearance of the coat is highly dependent on the method of drying. There are two ways to dry cashmere outerwear: vertical (hang the product on a coat hanger), horizontal - lay the thing out on a flat surface.

On the surface you need to spread a large towel, bedspread or sheet. Next, a coat is laid out on it and wrapped in a tight roll. This will help get rid of the water in the fibers of the fabric. Be careful during this procedure, do not tighten the twist too much.

After manual spinning, the roll must be unrolled, replaced with a dry cloth and the procedure repeated again. It is recommended to use terry cloth.Next, you need to spread the coat on a clean and dry cloth until completely dry.

Observing all of the above rules, the coat will retain a stylish appearance for a long time. Cashmere products need especially careful and careful care, otherwise, the natural material quickly becomes unusable. When buying products from delicate raw materials, remember that they need special treatment and care.

In the next video, you will see a step-by-step hand-washing of a cashmere coat.