Is it possible to wash corduroy, which is better - machine or hand wash?

The original embossed corduroy material requires special care. Let's figure out how to wash corduroy in a washing machine or by hand, how to dry it and iron it.

Can corduroy be machine washed, dry clean?

Corduroy is a fluffy and very beautiful material, which, due to its structure, tends to attract dust and quickly accumulate dirt and, what is even more difficult to clean, wool, fluff and hair. At the same time, the fabric does not like water too much. But this does not mean that machine washing is canceled: your favorite corduroy item can be washed on a delicate cycle.

Dry cleaning is a priority. Use it in case of minor contamination. By the way, these tips will be useful for cleaning corduroy furniture upholstery:

1. The fabric must be dry - it is very difficult to remove stuck-on debris from wet corduroy.
2. Shake the item to remove lint, strings and other large debris. You can use a sticky roller or even wide tape.
3. Use a brush for fluffy fabrics to wipe off the dirt and the entire fabric.

Dry cleaning is recommended as a preparatory procedure for machine or hand washing.

Washing rules and other tips

Corduroy does not tolerate high temperatures, so the washing machine and iron modes are selected accordingly. There are several subtleties.First of all, corduroy items should be placed separately or strictly with smooth wardrobe items that do not lose lint, but even in this case it is recommended to put the corduroy item in a mesh bag (a cotton pillowcase is not suitable in this case, because it leaves lint, which stick to the corduroy).

How to machine wash correctly:

1. First, choose a detergent. We immediately exclude aggressive bleaches and cheap powders. Use gel, capsules.
2. For severe stains, soak part of the product in soapy water for 20-30 minutes. It is permissible to use gentle stain removers for delicate fabrics.
3. Washing mode - delicate or manual, water temperature - up to 30 degrees.
4. Place the corduroy item in the drum, turning it inside out.
5. It is better to disable the spin function.

Hand washing is also done very carefully:

1. The water is cool. Dissolve soap shavings in it and whip up foam, or use washing gel or shampoo.
2. Do not rub the corduroy with a brush or your hands, so as not to spoil its texture. It's better to take a sponge and run it along the stripes several times. Pay attention to the line of pockets and waistband if these are trousers.
3. Rinse the item thoroughly before drying. To fix the color, use a weak vinegar solution for one of the rinses.

The magazine purity-en.htgetrid.com wants to point out an important point about drying corduroy: to prevent the corduroy item from stretching or deforming in any other way, dry it on a horizontal surface, do not hang it on clothespins or a dryer rack. Do not hang clothes on the radiator or in direct sunlight.

Washed corduroy also needs proper ironing. Do not allow the fabric to become too dry; slightly damp fabric irons out much better.Avoid steaming the iron to avoid streaks, or use protective ironing nets. To get rid of strong creases, use a steamer, but only on the smooth, wrong side of the corduroy.

The rules for caring for corduroy are no more complicated than caring for other delicate fabrics. Take them into account, and your product will remain soft, fluffy and bright for a long time.