Linen Care - Simple steps to follow

With proper care your quality linens will last you a lifetime. Here are some simple guidelines to follow to ensure that you get the best wear and beauty out of your household linens.

Read the labels: The single most important rule in caring for your linens is also the most simple and obvious one. Always read the care labels on yourlinens and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

Wash all linens before use: During the manufacturing process all linens are coated with a protective substance called sizing. Sizing gives the product a stiff and uncomfortable feel. It also causes some linen to expel a distasteful odor. Prior to using any of your linens you should wash them, according to the care label instructions, in order to remove the sizing substance. 

Wash linens in warm or cold water: Excessive heat will damage your linens. And if your linen products contain rubber or spandex avoid even minimal amounts of heat. That's why we recommend that you always dry on a low temperature setting.

Wash similar colors together: Never mix light and dark colors in the same wash. And for products with deep colors, add a quarter cup of vinegar to the first wash to help set the colors.

Wash and dry sheets separately: Wash and dry your sheets alone - don't mix with other fabrics or garments. NEVER wash your towels with your sheets; this will cause the sheets to pill.

Caring for Natural Products: Down, feather, silk and wool products require dry cleaning once every 5 to 10 years and should be dry cleaned by a reputable company. Air them outside on a cool day to refresh between cleanings, and always use duvet covers and pillow protectors to ensure longer life.

Synthetic linen products: Synthetic products can be machine washed in an oversized machine. Choose the "no heat" setting on your dryer. Be careful, because excessive heat will damage the fiber and ruin the product. As we always recommend, be sure to use duvet covers and pillow protectors to ensure the life of your synthetic duvets or pillows.

Use mild colorfast detergents: Avoid exposing your bedding to direct sunlight to prevent fading. Avoid detergents with whiteners, brighteners, colour boosters or colour enhancers. When washing duvet covers, they should be turned inside-out and zippered shut.