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Q: Why do cotton clothes shrink when washed?
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Will polyester and nylon clothes shrink when washed?

Nah, they're man-made material designed not to shrink.


Does 55 percent cotton and 45 percent acrylic clothes shrink?

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Does hot water shrink clothes?

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Does Supima Cotton shrink in the dryer?

from my experience, any cotton shrinks in the dryer. I have washed laundry for years, and I always buy a larger size tee cause i know it will shrink.


If you've washed your clothes several times already and put them in dryer will they still shrink?

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Does linen shrink in the wash?

linen will shrink A LOT!!! in the dryer, but i think it is fine getting wet and air drying


Why clothes shrink after washed?

The reason why clothes shrink when we wash them is because we wash them in cold water. Try washing them in warm water and do not add to much fabric softener because it can also ruin your clothes.


Will hot water shrink cotton work gloves?

Air dry your cotton gloves (and clothes) even when washed with warm/hot water. Dry items away from direct sunlight or heat. Best dried at room temperature in a shaded area.


Why do some frabrics shrink after being washed?

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Do new clothes need to be washed before you wear them?

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