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The main problem is hot water will cause the fibers of wool to shrink. Also strong detergents can damage the fibers, causing them to weaken.
The best way to clean wool garments is always dry cleaning. The second best is hand washing in cold water in a detergent specially formulated for use on wool.
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Why wool has to be carefully washed to avoid damage?
so it doesnt shrink
why wool has to be very carefully washed to avoid damage?
so it doesnt shrink
Do wool men’s socks shrink when washed?
Wool socks, like all wool clothing will shrink when washed. However due to the blended wool it is unlikely that wool socks will shrink much.
Will the LL Bean Washable Wool blanket pill when it is washed?
The LL Bean Washable Wool Blanket is specially designed to be washable, so the wool will not pill when it is washed.
How do you remove perfume from wool?
Try hanging the item outside to air out. Wool should not be washed in a machine. It needs to be hand washed in Woolite. Allow to air dry.
Can a wool mattress pad be washed?
Wool mattress pads can be washed gently in the washer and then air dried in the sun. I would not recommend any other cycle other that gentle..and deffinately do not put in the dryer.. wool will always shrink some wool toppers accomodate for shrinkage so that they can be washed. You may hand wash a wool mattress pad or wash on gentle in the washer, but it must be air dried in order to prevent shrinkage. Drying in the sunshine helps increase the life of the mattress pad.
Do wool sports coats need dry cleaned?
Yes, wool shinks in the drier and must also be washed with certain water temps.
Why are childrens clothes knitted?
Not all children's clothes are knitted. It is common for many baby and toddler clothing items to be made from wool, because it is soft, warm and gentle on their skin. Knitted clothes are also fairly durable when washed carefully.
How often should wool clothing be washed?
not very often as it may rip or shrink
Why do some frabrics shrink after being washed?
because some fabrics like cotton and wool are woven lightly and after being washed they become loose
What fiber does twisting and streching damage?
wool
How do you clean the thermocouple?
Thermocouples can be carefully removed and polished clean with #00 steel wool.
