5 tips to preserve sweaters in winter

VHO - Sweaters are always a "must-have" item in the cold season, but if washed or stored incorrectly, the material will easily fluff and lose its shape very quickly.

Knowing how to properly preserve your sweater will help it retain its color, shape and stay beautiful throughout many cold seasons.

Here are 5 simple but extremely effective tips to preserve your sweater well:

1. Hand wash instead of washing machine

Wool is a delicate material that can easily stretch, pill, or lose color if machine washed. The strong rotation and constant friction of the washing machine can damage the wool fibers, causing the sweater to lose its shape and quickly become damaged.

Therefore, hand washing is the safest and most effective method. When washing, you should only use cold or lukewarm water with soap or detergent specifically for wool. Gently soak and rub the shirt, avoid rubbing or twisting.

After washing, gently squeeze out excess water with your hands or a clean towel, then hang to dry horizontally to keep the shape of the shirt.

2. Absolutely do not twist

When washing wool, never wring or fold it vigorously, as this will cause the wool fibers to stretch, fray, and lose their original shape.

Many people have the habit of wringing their clothes hard to dry them quickly, but with wool, this will deform the shoulders, neck and body of the shirt, and increase the risk of pilling. Instead, after washing, you should gently press the shirt in your hand to remove excess water or place the shirt on a clean towel, roll it up, and press gently to absorb the water.

This method helps the wool retain its elasticity while protecting the color and texture of the fiber.

3. Dry clothes horizontally

Instead of hanging your sweater on a regular hanger, dry it by spreading it out flat on a flat surface like a drying rack or a clean towel. If you do hang it, use a wide hanger or a fabric-covered wooden hanger to reduce the pressure on the shoulders and avoid stretching the neck and shoulders.

Drying horizontally helps the sweater maintain its shape, dries evenly, and reduces pilling and damage due to gravity. For thick or heavy sweaters, drying horizontally also reduces pressure on the fibers, keeping the sweater durable and looking neat.

4. Store in a cool, dry place, away from moisture.

Wool sweaters should be stored in a cool, dry place, away from damp areas because high humidity can easily cause the wool to become moldy, smell bad, and fray and weaken the fibers.

When storing, you should fold the shirt neatly instead of hanging it for a long time, because hanging it on a hanger for a long time can easily cause the shirt to stretch and lose its shape.

In addition, you should keep your clothes in a ventilated closet or use a breathable cloth bag, avoid sealed plastic bags because they will retain moisture. In addition, placing small desiccant bags or desiccant tablets in the closet helps control humidity effectively.

This preservation method not only keeps the sweater soft and colorfast, but also prolongs the product's life through many cold seasons.

5. Avoid washing too much

Sweaters do not need to be washed after each wear like t-shirts because washing too often will cause the wool fibers to fray, shrink and fade quickly.

For light wear, simply hang the shirt in a well-ventilated, moderately lit area to naturally deodorize. When the shirt is really dirty or has an odor, hand wash it in cold water and a mild detergent to protect the wool fibers.

If you want to remove dirt between washes, you can use a soft brush or a lint roller to keep your shirt clean, reducing the frequency of washing and extending the life of the product.

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