{"id":24530,"date":"2026-10-07T14:00:17","date_gmt":"2026-10-07T06:00:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kingstarlaundry.com\/?p=24530"},"modified":"2026-09-29T15:21:33","modified_gmt":"2026-09-29T07:21:33","slug":"how-laundry-shops-restore-shrunken-garments","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kingstarlaundry.com\/vi\/how-laundry-shops-restore-shrunken-garments\/","title":{"rendered":"How Laundry Shops Restore Shrunken Garments"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When customers send shrunken garments to <a href=\"https:\/\/kingstarlaundry.com\/vi\"><strong><u><b>laundry shops<\/b><\/u><\/strong><\/a>, how can <a href=\"https:\/\/kingstarlaundry.com\/vi\/solution\/\"><strong><u><b>laundries<\/b><\/u><\/strong><\/a>\u00a0assess whether they can be restored, how to restore them, and to what extent? This article will explain the professional process for restoring shrunken garments.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Reasons for Shrinkage<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Many customers believe that shrinkage means garments are damaged. In reality, this results from changes in fiber structure. Studies show that the first-wash shrinkage rate of 100% cotton garments can reach 3%\u20138%. Under hot water and mechanical agitation, the scales on wool fibers can interlock. This can cause irreversible felting shrinkage.<\/p>\n<p>Restoring knitted fabrics\u00a0is quite different from restoring woven fabrics. Knitted fabrics\u00a0(such as sweaters and knitted shirts) have an elastic loop structure. They can be restored through ironing and stretching. Woven fabrics\u00a0have tightly interlocked yarns. They are difficult to restore through ironing after shrinkage.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Processing Tools &amp; Materials<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Laundry shops can use professional garment stretching and reshaping methods:<\/p>\n<p>softening + stretching + shape setting<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Steam generator\/iron<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It can continuously supply saturated steam. The temperature is controlled between 100\u00a0and 110\u2103. The steam pressure\u00a0should be between 0.5 and 0.8 MPa. This can heat and soften fibers.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Three-axis stretching table<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Apply tension in three length, width, as well as diagonal directions. The size adjustment range can reach \u00b115%. It is suitable for formal wear and coats with high-precision demands.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Professional shrinkage restoration agent<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For example, compound agents with premium soap oil and surfactants can be used for cashmere or wool. Use a ratio of 2%\u20133% of the fabric dry weight. The temperature is 40 \u00b1 2\u00b0C. Soak garments in the solution before treatment.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Shaping tools<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Pin, clamp, and steam-setting press table.<\/p>\n<p>They can fix the size until garments cool down after stretching. This helps prevent re-shrinkage.<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-24531\" src=\"https:\/\/kingstarlaundry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/sweater.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kingstarlaundry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/sweater.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/kingstarlaundry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/sweater-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/kingstarlaundry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/sweater-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/kingstarlaundry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/sweater-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/kingstarlaundry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/sweater-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/kingstarlaundry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/sweater-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/kingstarlaundry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/sweater-600x338.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Standardized Restoration Processes<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The key to operation is to evenly stretch the softened fibers. They can form the new shape during the cooling process.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Shrinkage assessment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Measure the actual garment dimensions. Compare them with the original dimensions\u00a0and calculate the shrinkage rate. Knitted fabrics\u00a0(shrinkage level\u22645%)\u00a0are more likely to be restored. Wool garments should be assessed by hand feel. If they are soft and have a clear fabric texture, they are more likely to be restored. If they are stiff and have a blurred fabric structure, they are less likely to be restored.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Fiber softening<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Choose different solutions based on fabrics. Cotton and linen fabrics can be soaked in 38\u2103 water\u00a0with a neutral softener. Add restoration agent or conditioner to the warm water. Soak wool or cashmere garments in the solution for around 30 minutes. Polyester-blended fabrics are suitable for lower temperatures. Control the temperature around 30\u2103.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Steam stretching<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Place the softened garments on the ironing table. The steam iron has limited heating areas. Thus, different parts should be heated and stretched separately. Gently pull them in the targeted direction. If garments have strict size requirements, use a three-axis stretching table. The stretching ratio should not be controlled within 3% of the original size each time. This can gradually restore garment shape.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Setting &amp; cooling<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Fix garments with pins or clamps on the ironing table when they are stretched to the targeted size. Remove them when they are completely cool. If fibers remain warm, garments can shrink immediately.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Low-temperature drying<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The hot-air drying temperature should be controlled below 55\u2103. This can reduce the risk of re-shrinkage.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Operating Points<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Wool\/cashmere coats<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These garments often need to be restored in laundry shops. After wet steaming and heating, garments should be stretched to their original shape (sleeve length, garment length, and chest circumference). Fix them on the ironing table with pins for cooling and setting. Gently stretch cashmere fabrics to reduce fiber damage.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cotton shirts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>They are more likely to shrink without pre-shrinking treatment. Soak these garments in 38\u2103\u00a0water for around 10 minutes. This can loosen fibers. Then they can be stretched on the ironing table. The lengthwise stretching amount should not exceed 15% of the original length.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Silk garments<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The fiber strength of silk can be reduced in a wet condition. This is a good time to stretch. Soak these garments in a mixture of conditioner and water for around 30 minutes to 1 hour. Stretch them to the targeted size. Absorb\u00a0moisture with a towel and hang to dry.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Cautions<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Restoration does not mean complete recovery. Restored garments can recover to 95%-98% of the original size. But some fiber structures are irreversible. Thus, fabric hand feel may be different. When receiving garments, laundry shops should inform customers about this situation. This can reduce disputes.<\/p>\n<p>Prevention is better than restoration. When receiving garments, laundry shops should inspect fabrics. Easy-to-shrink fabrics are suitable for dry cleaning or low-temperature hand washing. This can reduce shrinkage risks. Measure garment sizes as well as inspect fabrics when receiving shrunken garments. Assess whether they can be restored. Then provide a quotation for customers. This is a standardized step for professional laundry shops.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Q&amp;A<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Q1: How to prevent wool sweater shrinkage during washing?<\/p>\n<p>A1: Choose a low temperature as well as low-speed washing. Also, choose a professional wool wet cleaning program in a <a href=\"https:\/\/kingstarlaundry.com\/vi\/commercial-coin-operated\/\"><strong><u><b>Kingstar wet cleaning machine<\/b><\/u><\/strong><\/a>. With wet cleaning chemicals, this can effectively protect garment fibers. It can also reduce shrinkage.<\/p>\n<p>Q2: Is white haze on silk garments caused by shrinkage? Can these garments restore their original appearance?<\/p>\n<p>A2: White haze is not caused by shrinkage. During washing, excessive mechanical action damages fibers. Uneven light reflection seems to be the cause of white haze. Some garments can be restored temporarily. But white haze can reappear in the next washing.<\/p>\n<p>Q3: Can cotton garments reshrink after restoration?<\/p>\n<p>A3: They may shrink during washing. Low temperature as well as low mechanical action can reduce shrinkage. Do not use high-temperature drying. A Kingstar smart dryer features a humidity control system. It can achieve low-temperature drying. Keep the garment a little wet after drying. 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