How to Care for Silk Clothing

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How to Care for Silk
Clothing
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Silk is an investment. You have to plan
to buy this fabric for long-term use.
Picking timeless designs and avoiding
quick trends can help keep your
investment pieces relevant beyond
seasons, but how do you wash silk
clothing? How do you care for them to
ensure longevity? Let’s talk about
washing tips and other silk care
instructions.
The Basics of Washing Silk Fabrics
Silk is a delicate material, and you may
feel nervous about washing silk clothing
on your own. Bear these basic reminders
in mind so you can give your luxury
items the care they deserve.
Never use chlorine bleach on silk
fabrics. 
It will damage your
clothes’ natural fibers.
Do not expose silk to direct
sunlight. Long bursts of sun rays
can cause discoloration or even
damage the fabric.
Always check the silk care instructions
on the label. It will tell you how a
particular garment must be cleaned
and cared for.
Never tumble dry. The high
temperature of the dryer will
shrink or damage your fabric.
Use a mild detergent. Some
brands are specifically designed
for silk.
Check for colorfastness. Some
garments may bleed during
washing. Test a small area by
dabbing with a wet, white cloth.
Check for any color leak.
Submerge your silk in a basin filled
with cool water.
Add a few drops of mild detergent
and use your hand to mix it into the
solution. Let the item soak for at
least 3 minutes.
How Do You Hand-Wash Silk
Clothing?
This is probably the safest way to wash
silk garments, and the steps are easy to
follow.
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3. Using your hands, plunge the
garment up and down to remove dirt.
4. Rinse the silk under cold water
until all the soap has been washed out.
5. Soak up the moisture using a towel.
Never rub or agitate your silk.
6. Hang it on a drying rack and keep it
away from direct sunlight.
Always check the label. Some items
suffer damage or color loss in the
machine.
Sort your laundry. Never wash silk           
with heavy pieces of clothing like
jeans.
How Do You Wash Silk in a Machine?
Yes, you can wash silk in a machine.
However, you must invest in a mesh bag
to avoid tangling and damages.
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3. Use mesh bags to protect your silks
from abrasion.
4. Add a detergent that is specifically
designed to care for silk garments.
Check the dosing instructions on the
bottle.
5. Set your machine to a delicate wash
option. Also, choose the shortest spin
cycle and follow the recommended
temperature in the label, if possible.
6. Soak up excess moisture using a towel.
7. Depending on the item, hang it up or
lay it flat to dry. Again, avoid direct
sunlight.
Can You Dry Clean Silk?
The fabric care label should tell you if
the garment can be dry-cleaned. If the
label says, “dry clean only,” it is best to
take it to a professional.
Caring for Silk After Washing
Caring for silk goes beyond washing and
drying. You must learn how to iron silk
properly to address wrinkles and
creases. Here are a few tips:
Turn the garment inside out. Use
low heat or silk setting.
Iron silk when dry. Never spray or
wet silk when ironing.
Put a cloth between the item and the
iron.
Storing silk should be easy. You just
have to keep them in a cool, dry place. If
you are planning to put the item away
for a long time, keep it in a breathable
plastic bag. Use a moth repellent and
keep it out of the sun.
Silk is a beautiful, luxurious fabric, so it
is worth taking a few measures to care
for it. If you need help washing and
caring for your silk clothing, Kelly’s
Dry Cleaners is here to help. Call our
branches in Durango and Farmington at
(970) 903-1642 or (505) 564-3333.
Durango, CO
(970) 903-1642
Farmington, NM
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