How to prevent knitted garments from deforming?
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2025-03-26
Soak in cold water: Before washing knitted garments, soak them in cold water for 10-20 minutes. This allows the fibers to become fully wet, reducing deformation caused by dry fibers during washing.
Soak in cold water: Before washing knitted garments, soak them in cold water for 10-20 minutes. This allows the fibers to fully wet, reducing deformation caused by dry fibers during washing.
Choose the right detergent: Hand wash separately with a neutral detergent. Avoid using products containing bleach to prevent damage to the fabric. You can also use a special wool detergent or shampoo. Do not use soap or alkaline cleaning products.
Gently wash: Do not rub or scrub locally when washing. Gently pat and massage to ensure cleaning while reducing friction.
Avoid prolonged soaking: Sweaty clothes should not be left or soaked for a long time to prevent the protein in sweat from solidifying and adhering to the clothes, causing deformation.
Control the water temperature: The temperature during washing and rinsing should not be too high, preferably below 30 degrees Celsius, to avoid high temperatures causing the fabric fibers to shrink and deform.
When drying
Lay flat to dry: After washing, gently twist to remove excess water, then lay the knitted garment flat to dry. Avoid hanging to dry to prevent deformation. Wet knits become heavy; laying flat prevents gravity from pulling the fabric, preventing sagging, deformation and stretching over time.
Avoid direct sunlight: Prolonged sun exposure may cause the knitwear to fade. It is best to air dry in a ventilated and shady place.
When ironing
Use a pressing cloth: When ironing knitted garments, it is recommended to place a damp cloth or clean white cloth between the iron and the fabric to avoid direct contact with the iron and reduce the risk of burning or stretching.
Low-temperature ironing: Knitted fabrics should not be ironed at high temperatures. Choose the appropriate temperature according to the fabric material. For example, the ironing temperature for pure cotton knitted fabrics is generally between 150-180℃, for polyester knitted fabrics between 140-160℃, and for wool knitted fabrics between 120-150℃.
Gentle operation: When ironing by hand, the force should be even to prevent pulling and affecting the Size. For knitted clothes, ironing directly with an iron will damage the elasticity of the fabric. It is best to use a steam iron to spray water on the creases, or hang it in the bathroom and use the hot steam from the shower to smooth it.
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