Silk garments, how to wash them and take care of them (thanks to special programs and low temperature)

Light, fluid, soft and pleasant to wear, silk is one of the most precious fabrics. Unfortunately it is also one of the most fragile. To end the washing accidents and prolong the duration of the silk garments, there are some simple methods to take care of it. It is therefore possible to wash the silk clothes without going to the laundry, as long as you take some precautions. In particular, experts advise to choose a special program for delicate and low temperature fabrics but in case of doubt, it is still preferable to wash by hand in cold water with a delicate soap. Above all, you must avoid rubbing too strong and do not leave the silk garment soaking in soap water for more than five minutes, otherwise it will be fully allocated. Then it is clear that dry washing in the laundry remains the emergency solution.

The centrifuge can be quite aggressive for the fibers of delicate fabrics. It is not recommended for silk dresses. The favorite option is air drying. It is forbidden to expose the pieces to the direct sunlight, to prevent them from discoloring: the ideal would be to hang them on a hanger to prevent them from bending. Finally, the silk is extremely sensitive to the heat of the iron: for this reason it is necessary to slightly moisten the garment and set the iron at a low temperature iron. The advice is to iron the head of the reverse to preserve its shine and color.