In a previous article, we introduced the characteristics and washing and care of wool and cashmere. In this article, we will introduce the washing and care of velvet, corduroy, and pure cotton fabric clothes.
Velvet
In recent years, the velvet fabric has been widely used. From summer halter dresses to warm and fashionable velvet coats in autumn and winter, velvet fabric can be found everywhere.
It is a fabric with a fluffy surface. It is mostly formed by cutting specific warp threads and doesn’t refer to a single type of fabric composition. In terms of materials, velvet is divided into silk velvet and chemical fiber velvet.
Overall, velvet is silky and smooth, with good toughness, wrinkle resistance, and elasticity. Though it may shed a little lint, it becomes soft and skin-friendly after washing. Additionally, velvet offers heat insulation, warmth retention, UV protection, moisture resistance, and easy cleaning.
When washing velvet clothes, laundry shops should note the following aspects.
- Washing
Dry cleaning is recommended. If the fabric is washable, a wet washing machine can be used for washing. Staff first determine the fabric composition according to the labels of the fabrics, then choose suitable washing programs. Due to the characteristics of the velvet, it is recommended to choose the gentle washing mode of the wet cleaning machine.
– Tips:
- Use neutral or silk-specific detergent.
- Wash in cold water or warm water around 30℃.
- Do not soak for a long time.
- Avoid scrubbing with a scrubbing board or a board brush.
- Dry it in a well-ventilated place after washing.
- Do not expose it to direct sunlight.
- Ironing
If ironing is needed, the velvet fabric clothes can be ironed flat when they are 80% dry.
– Tips:
- Ironing with a cloth.
- Don’t set the temperature too high.
Corduroy
The corduroy is thick in texture, and has a good hand feel and good warmth retention. In autumn and winter, the corduroy coats and pants are very popular. The
When staff washes corduroy clothes, the following aspects should be noted.
- Washing
It is not advisable to scrub vigorously or scrub hard with a hard-bristled brush. Instead, staff should use a soft-bristled brush to scrub gently along the direction of the bristles.
- Storage
When storing the corduroy, people should not put heavy items on the corduroy to keep the pile full and upright. Ironing should also be avoided.
Pure Cotton
Pure cotton is a fabric that can be used in any season. With the innovation of technology, pure cotton fabric can not only provide a comfortable and breathable wearing experience in summer, but also be made into warm winter clothes.
It is a fabric produced from cotton through textile processes. It has characteristics like moisture absorption, moisture retention, heat resistance, alkali resistance, and hygiene. Also, it has good moisture absorption and heat resistance, and is comfortable to wear.
When staff washes corduroy clothes, the following aspects should be noted.
- For washing, alkaline or neutral detergents can be used.
Hand washing or industrial washing machines are suitable, but do not scrub vigorously to avoid deformation of the clothes.
Do not pour washing powder directly onto cotton fabrics to prevent local discoloration.
- Light-colored and white items can be soaked for 1-2 hours for better stain removal.
Dark-colored pure cotton clothes should be washed in cold water as much as possible and not soaked for too long to prevent fading.
- White clothes can be washed with strong alkaline detergents at high temperatures for a bleaching effect. Close-fitting underwear must not be soaked in hot water to avoid yellow sweat stains.
Conclusion
Fabric is the foundation of clothes, and understanding fabric is the basic knowledge that laundry shops need to master. If one doesn’t understand clearly, it is impossible to gain the trust of customers. The trends in clothing are developing rapidly, so laundry shops need to constantly learn about new fabric knowledge and washing and care knowledge.
