How to Properly Take Care of Your Wool Sweaters

In cold weather, wool sweaters are not only a necessity for keeping warm but are also an essential fashion item. Therefore, we must take great care of and preserve our wool sweaters.

What is wool?

Wool primarily comes from animal hair, such as goats, sheep, rabbits, etc. With outstanding properties such as insulation, warmth, and high durability, wool fabrics are commonly used in the garment industry, interiors, and handmade and high fashion. Besides its natural origin, wool is also produced from synthetic fibers such as polyacrylic at a low cost, providing more choices for consumers.

The popularity of wool is gradually increasing

Pros and cons of wool

Pros of wool

Soft, smooth and comfortable
Keeping warm
Heat resistance, heat insulation, and electrical insulation
Good durability and elasticity
Not require too many chemicals in the dyeing process

Cons of wool

Easily damaged and ruffled surface
Easy to get moldy during storage
Taking more time to dry

How to properly take care of wool sweaters

Sort clothes before washing

Sort laundry correctly before washing, and separate sweaters and casual clothes to decrease the chances that a garment will bleed onto another and product quality.

It is essential to sort clothes before washing

Hand-Wash

Because sweaters stretch and lose their original shape after washing them in a washing machine, they need to be washed by hand. It is not recommended that you wash them every day to avoid damage.

Hand washing is the best way to clean sweaters

Use the right amount of power detergent or liquid detergent

Using a lot of detergents will not help clean the stains but will also make the sweater deteriorate faster. Dissolve an appropriate amount of detergent for the amount of laundry to be washed for optimal results.

Use the right amount of power detergent or liquid detergent

Wash with cold water

To prevent wool sweaters from shrinking, we should wash them in cold water or water below 30 degrees and use a softener in the final washing step to preserve their elasticity, colorfastness, and freshness.

Wash your clothes in cold water to prevent shrinkage

Dry clothing the right way

We need to dry wool sweaters in the right way to avoid damage. Do not wring too hard or hang it with a hook. Moreover, do not dry sweaters directly in the sun, as high temperatures will lead to shrinkage. Choose a suitable flat surface and dry the shirt in a cool place.