How To Clean and Preserve Precious Wool & Cashmere At Home (2024)

Machine Wash

Yes you can machine wash cashmere. Turn your cashmere inside-out and place it in a washing bag. Use cool water on the delicate cycle. Follow these steps for the best results:

Bag It:Turn items inside out and place them in a Mesh Bag to protect them from agitation and friction that can cause pilling.

Select Your Cycle:Select the woolens or delicate cycle on your washing machine and make sure the water temperature is cold and the spin is on low. AddWool & Cashmere Shampooaccording to the machine type and load size.

No-rush Drying:Lay the items flat in their natural shape on a drying rack or clean towel. When drying, avoid direct sunlight and heat sources, such as the radiator, because they can shrink or damage wool. Never hang wet wool.

Quick Drying:Lay one item flat on a towel. With the item in its original shape, roll it up in the towel (like a sleeping bag) to remove the excess water.

Steam it Up & Stay Fresh: Ironing can crush or flatten the natural pile of the yarns. Instead steam to remove wrinkles and odors. You can also spritz a fabric freshening spray between wearing and washing.

Brush for Beauty: Use a fine garment brush between wears to remove lint, fuzz, and hair and release natural oils that rejuvenate yarns.

Get Into the Fold:Always store knits folded to prevent stretching or distorting.

Make Pests Bug Off: Help keep bugs at bay by storing knits in a breathable cotton or canvas with a zip closure. Always clean items before storing to avoid providing a "food source" of proteins for bugs.