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Textile care
Each fabric requires its own care. On this page, you’ll learn how best to wash, dry and store our materials – so you can enjoy them for as long as possible.
Algemene wastips voor een langere levensduur van je kleding
Met deze zeven vuistregels haal je het meeste uit je kleding – hoe langer mooi, hoe fijner dragen.
Sorteer op kleur en stofdikte
Was gelijksoortige kleuren en stofdiktes apart, zo voorkom je verkleuren en pluisvorming.
Was niet warmer dan nodig
Een lage temperatuur is zuiniger en spaart de vezels van je kleding.
Overlaad de wasmachine niet
Kleding heeft ruimte nodig in de trommel om goed schoon te worden.
Laat kleding aan de lucht drogen
Dat is beter voor de vezels én voor het milieu dan de droger.
Bescherm tegen mottenschade
Berg wollen kledingstukken op met lavendel of cederhout.
Gebruik een waszakje
Was kwetsbare stukken, kant, ritsen en bedrukte kleding (binnenstebuiten) in een waszakje.
How to prevent pilling
Pilling occurs when fibers come loose from the fabric and gather into small balls on the garment. How quickly this happens depends on the type of fabric—wool, for example, is more prone to pilling than most other materials.
How can you prevent pilling?
Pilling is mainly caused by wearing and washing. Friction against, for example, a bag or jacket is difficult to avoid, but when washing, it helps to wash delicate garments separately or put them in a laundry bag. You can also wash your clothes inside out so that any pills stay on the inside and are less visible.
Removing pills
Still have pills? These methods may help, although we cannot guarantee results:
- A lint roller
- Carefully shaving with a razor
- A special anti-pilling detergent
- A pet hair removal glove
- A fabric shaver
Washing instructions: the laundry symbols decoded
Every clothing label features care symbols that indicate exactly how best to wash, bleach, dry, iron and clean the garment. Below, you’ll find out what the most important symbols mean.
What does the wash symbol (the tub) mean?
The tub of water indicates the maximum washing temperature with a number or dots (the more dots, the higher the temperature). One line underneath indicates a mild wash cycle; a broken line indicates a low-spin cycle. A tub with a hand in it means hand wash only. If it has a cross through it, the garment is not suitable for washing.
What does the triangle (bleaching) mean?
An empty triangle means bleaching is permitted. A triangle with two diagonal lines inside indicates that only non-chlorine bleach may be used. A triangle crossed out means: do not bleach.
What does the square mean (drying)?
A square with a circle inside indicates that the garment can be tumble dried. The dots inside indicate the temperature: one dot is the lowest setting, while more dots mean a higher temperature. A square with a cross through it means that the garment must not be tumble dried—in that case, it’s best to dry it flat or on a hanger.
What does the iron mean (ironing)?
The dots on the iron indicate the maximum ironing temperature: one dot means a maximum of 110°C (suitable for synthetic fabrics), two dots a maximum of 150°C (mixed fabrics), and three dots a maximum of 200°C (cotton and linen). Is the iron crossed out? Then it’s best not to iron the garment.
What does the circle mean (dry cleaning)?
A circle means that the garment may be dry-cleaned; the letter inside the circle indicates which type of solvent may be used. A circle with a cross through it means that dry cleaning is not possible.
Natural substances
Cotton, linen, wool and silk: our natural fabrics are all beautiful, but each requires its own care.
Cotton
What kind of fabric is cotton?
Cotton is a natural material derived from the cotton plant. It is known for its durability, moisture-absorbing and breathable properties, and is also easy to clean.
How do you wash and dry cotton?
Cotton can be safely washed in the washing machine, but may shrink at higher temperatures. Wash a new cotton garment at a low temperature the first time and don’t put it straight in the dryer to prevent shrinkage.
Linen
What is linen fabric?
Linen is a natural, breathable fabric made from flax fibres. It is known for its ventilating and insulating properties, and is also hypoallergenic and antibacterial.
How was your linen?
Wash linen on a delicate cycle at a temperature of up to 95°C, without bleach. A warmer wash helps remove bacteria.
How do you dry linen?
It’s best not to put linen in the dryer: hot air can damage the fibers. Lay it flat to dry, away from direct sunlight, to prevent discoloration.
What is the difference between cotton and linen?
Both are natural fibers, but linen comes from the flax plant and cotton from the cotton plant. Linen has properties similar to cotton, but is more durable and requires slightly more specific care.
Wool
What is wool made of?
Wool is a natural material derived from animals, known for its elasticity and moisture-repellent properties.
How do you wash and dry wool?
Wash wool on a wool cycle at a temperature of no more than 20–30°C, using a mild detergent without fabric softener. Lay wool flat to dry: hanging it up can stretch the fibres and distort the garment.
Silk
What is silk made of?
Silk is a luxurious fabric made from cocoons, known for its natural sheen and temperature-regulating properties.
How do you wash and dry silk?
Wash silk by hand only, on a cold cycle, using a mild detergent without alkalis. Protect it in a pillowcase or laundry bag. Silk must not be tumble-dried and is best dried flat to prevent shrinkage and damage.
Synthetic Fibers & Blends
Viscose, lyocell, polyester and elastane: these fabrics are a little different and require their own washing routine.
Viscose
What is viscose fabric?
Viscose is a natural material derived from wood pulp (cellulose). It has excellent moisture-absorbing and antistatic properties and is known for its soft, breathable feel.
Can viscose be hand-washed?
Yes, viscose can be hand-washed at a temperature of up to 40°C. Because viscose is more delicate when wet, it is important to handle it carefully and avoid rubbing or brushing it vigorously.
Can viscose be machine-washed?
Wash viscose at no more than 40°C to prevent shrinkage and wear, preferably on a wool or silk cycle with a mild detergent. Do not wash viscose together with garments with sharp features such as zippers.
Can I iron viscose?
Yes, preferably on the inside to prevent shine, and not on the highest setting. Did the garment shrink after washing? Ironing it inside out may help make it a little longer again.
How do I remove stains from viscose?
It is best to treat stains on viscose with a liquid detergent. Apply it directly to the stain and then wash the garment by hand or in the washing machine.
Lyocell / Tencel
What is lyocell fabric?
Lyocell, also known as Tencel, is a natural fiber made from wood pulp. It is known for its breathability and durability.
How do you wash and dry lyocell?
Wash lyocell by hand with a mild detergent in cold water, or in the washing machine on a delicate cycle – preferably in a laundry bag. Lyocell is wrinkle-resistant and can be safely air-dried or tumble-dried on a medium setting.
Polyester
What is polyester?
Polyester is a synthetic fiber made from petroleum and natural gas. It is known for its durability, colorfastness, and lightweight, breathable properties.
How was your polyester?
Polyester can be safely machine-washed at a maximum of 40°C, preferably on the synthetics or delicates cycle. Turn jackets inside out before washing them.
Can polyester go in the dryer?
Usually yes, at a low temperature. You can remove wrinkles with an iron on a low setting to avoid damaging the fabric.
What is the difference between polyester and polyamide?
Both are synthetic fibers, but they differ in composition. Polyamide is generally more durable and more heat-sensitive than polyester, so always follow the specific care instructions.
Elastane
What is the fabric elastane?
Elastane, also known as spandex, is a synthetic fiber with high elasticity and shape retention. It is often used in stretchy garments.
How do you wash and dry elastane?
Wash elastane at a maximum of 30°C and do not tumble dry. Do not expose the material to high temperatures, as this can damage the fibers.
