Merino wool sweaters are some of the most comfortable sweaters you’ll ever wear. They’re warm and cozy, but they breathe well and keep you cool during the summer months. The one drawback is that they can be delicate and expensive. Here are a few tips for how to take care of your merino wool sweaters:
Hand Wash Your Sweaters
Merino wool is made from sheep’s wool, so it’s naturally water-resistant. You don’t need to treat it like other fabrics, like by using dry cleaning or washing in cold water. In fact, doing so can make your clothes less breathable and less durable over time.
Do Not Use Bleach Or Fabric Softener
Bleach will fade your clothes over time while fabric softener will break down their natural oils and leave them feeling stiffer than before. These two ingredients should never touch your merino wool clothes!
Use Cold Water And Hang Dry If Possible
If you have a front-loading washer or top-loading washer with an agitator in the middle, then use cold water instead of hot water for maximum breathability — hot water will cause shrinkage in most cases as well as fading over time.
Dry clean it if you don't want the hassle
If you're short on time, or simply want to give your merino wool the best care possible, bring it to a professional dry cleaner. Here at Speedway Cleaners in Mukilteo, we are specialized in cleaning and maintaining merino wool garments. Come on in and we'll get you taken care of!.