Washing Instructions

Rayon has some qualities of cotton; it is soft and comfortable to wear, it drapes well, and it has no static or pilling problems.

Some rayon garments will be dry clean only. Follow the clothing care instructions on the label for the best results.

It is often safe to hand wash with cold to lukewarm water. Iron on a low heat with no steam, and do not tumble dry. Do not wring; instead, air dry.

VISCOSE

Viscose has a soft and luxurious feel and breathes much like cotton. It is the most common type of rayon.

Wash in cold or lukewarm water and avoid pegging viscose on the clothes line as the pegs can leave indents when fabric is wet. Drying on a clothes horse is a better idea.

Polyester is durable, strong, and resistant to creasing. It’s a manufactured fibre that wears well. Wash your polyester clothing in cold or warm water, and use a fabric softener.

It should dry quickly and is resistant to stretching and shrinking. Be careful when ironing, because this synthetic fibre can melt.

Elastane won't shrink as it can stretch and spring back to its original shape, it’s often blended with other materials like denim or cotton.

To clean, set your washing machine water temperature to cold or lukewarm. Dry on the line, and only use a cool iron when ironing.

Acrylic is a synthetic fibre and is a great alternative to wool as it's easier to wash and dry. Machine wash your acrylic garment in warm water and dry in the dryer on a low temperature.

It can be dry-cleaned in many cases, but should only be ironed at a low temperature.

Nylon is a durable, strong, and lightweight fabric that is resistant to creasing. Even better, the colour does not fade.

Wash nylon in cold or warm water. However, if you need to iron nylon, use the iron at a low temperature with no steam as it is sensitive to heat.