SILK CARE Please see below abou

SILK CARE

Please see below about the silk fabric care:

Washing by Hand is better: Soak the silk fabric or silk products in lukewarm water (approx 30°c) and a mild soap solution. Rinse in clear, cool water until all the soap is gone. Then fill the sink again and add a quarter cup of white vinegar to the final rinse. Vinegar neutralizes any remaining soap, and allows it to rinse out completely restoring the fabric's natural sheen; it can make a dramatic difference. Give the fabric a final rinse in clear, cool water to remove the vinegar smell. Roll up in a towel to remove moisture, then dry flat on a towel or on a padded hanger. Iron with a low-medium temp iron while still slightly damp.

Stains: Use silk special wash 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.