Silk Fabric Care
Machine Washing:
Over 90% of the silk items we sell are machine or hand washable. Keep them fresh
& bright with WinterSilks Silk Wash. Also use Silk Wash for silks
that require washing by hand. It's additionally great for cottons & woolens, nontoxic,
odorless, and biodegradable, too!
Washing by Hand:
It's easy. Just wash your silk fabric in lukewarm water with WinterSilks Silk Wash
or any non alkaline soap. Rinse thoroughly! You can add pure white vinegar to your
rinse water to neutralize traces of alkali and dissolve soap residue. To retain
your silk's natural luster, don't soak it for more than 3-5 minutes, avoid washing
it in very cold or hot water, and never use any harsh detergents that contain bleaches
or brighteners.
Stains:
Use WinterSilks specially formulated Spot Out to remove stains on silk and
other fine fabrics. It's nontoxic, odorless, and biodegradable, too. Treat food
and beverage stains immediately. Soft drinks and alcohol can leave stains if allowed
to dry. As with all fine fabrics, NEVER use chlorine bleach on silk, as it will
erode the fiber.
Drying:
Use the heatless AIR FLUFF setting on your dryer. Even better, dry your silk fabric
naturally by gently squeezing (don't wring), roll in a towel, and lay it flat to
dry. Prevent stiffness by occasionally shaking your silk while it's drying. Don't
use a wooden drying rack, as the dyes & finishes can leave stains. Also, as with
any fine fabric, never use direct sunlight to dry it. Doing so can damage the fiber
and fade the color.
Ironing:
If needed, press your silk fabric inside out with a warm iron. Too much heat can
dull, pucker, or burn your silk.
Storage:
Keep your silk fabric in a dark closet or drawer, away from excessive sunlight,
heat, or moisture.
An Ounce of Prevention:
Let your perfume and hairspray dry before dressing. Substances containing alcohol
can damage your silk fabric.