How to wash polyester?

Polyester is a synthetic material that is made of polyester fibers, it feels like cotton to the touch. It is used for the manufacture of outerwear, underwear, blankets. A variety of this fabric does not crease, is worn long enough, does not fade. Handle such a fabric carefully, it is finicky. The main thing is to know how to wash it.

Polyester fiber has the following features.

• It protects well in adverse weather conditions (wind, frost, heat, snow, etc.). In clothes made of this fiber is almost always warm.
• High strength, withstands friction, tension and other effects.
• Not picky in leaving: it is easily erased, dries quickly, almost does not crease.
• It is easy to work with it: to sew, cut.
• If properly monitored, looked after, retains color for a long time, does not fade.

• Light in weight.
• Budget option, the price is lower than other natural fabrics.
• Water repellent, no stains.
• Protected from insects: moths, larvae. Synthetic fabric does not appeal to them.
• It does not stretch, the shape does not change due to low elasticity.

Negative qualities are also available.

High density, which causes discomfort when worn during hot weather.

• It is forbidden to use chemically strong bleaches. They destroy fiber.
• Electrified, accumulating electrical energy. It sticks to the skin, attracts dust particles to itself. But this can be easily eliminated by using a special spray against electrification.
• Rigidity is present in the material. To make softer, mix with cotton, elastane.
• When buying polyester, remember that the cheapness of the material can be harmful to health, sometimes it causes allergies.
• Matter is poorly stained.

Polyester is combined with different types of threads, which forms new types of materials. It can be both natural and synthetic types of threads. New fabrics can be used for absolutely any cut, sewing any clothes, accessories, bedding. Consider what can happen when the fiber is mixed with other threads.

• Polyester + Polyamide forms a fabric that looks very similar to silk. It turns out elastic, does not lose shape with prolonged wear, does not let moisture pass. Most often used in sewing lingerie.

• With elastane. They produce hosiery, sports suits. This combination stretches well, lets air through, and can be of any density.

• Polyester + cotton threads. Durable fabric that does not fade, does not deform. This mixture is easily painted in any color, which makes it possible to create beautiful, colorful bedding.

• Viscose fiber. When creating, it does not fade, as well as the rest of the species. Does not lose shape. A rather long time worn. Mostly casual clothes are sewn.

Polyester is a 100% synthetic fabric, is in demand in the market, most clothes are sewn from it. The material is good in its strength, does not sit, does not stretch. But not everyone knows how to care, at what temperature to wash things from polyester fibers. Take note of a few rules.

• The temperature for washing is enough 20-45 degrees. In no case do not boil!
• Do not soak the product in boiling water to avoid reduction in size. And if the thing is white, it may turn yellow.
• Do not bleach. Synthetics cannot be bleached.
• Do not use powders with aggressive ingredients, they will adversely affect the fabric.

• When drying, avoid direct sunlight. Material properties may deteriorate.
• When removing contaminants with stain removers, be careful in their use. First, test the fluid in the inner seam, having stood the right time. Choose products that do not contain whiteness, chlorine, strong chemical elements.
• So that the product does not become electrified, try to rinse it with conditioner after washing.
• Always study the labels.

To maintain the brightness of the colors of fabrics, it is worth paying attention to the advice of manufacturers on the choice of detergents. It is important to be able to independently choose the right detergents, conditioners. The selection instructions are as follows.

• If the fabric is light colors (yellow, beige, delicate shades, pink, peach, white), use special capsules with liquid content.
• When washing colored material, use powders, liquids, conditioners with a special mark "For colored linen."
• When cleaning dark tones (brown, dark blue, dark green), black, use a gel for dark fabrics. The color will remain saturated.

Everyone knows that any thing, a fabric product, can be washed in two ways: manually, in a washing machine. But you need to know how to do it right. If you want the material to retain its color, be pleasant to the touch, beautiful in appearance - follow the recommendations of the manufacturers. Consider washing methods.

If your machine has a “Delicate” mode, select it during washing. In manual control machines, select a temperature of a maximum of 40 degrees. Spin should be no more than 800 revolutions per minute. Separate things by color. Fasten zippers, locks, buttons. If difficult stains appear, you can use the options “Soak”, “Prewash”. If the machine is fully loaded, rinse things additionally. Pack very delicate items in special nets.Try to remove outdated spots manually before loading them into the machine.

Wash also at 40 degrees. Dissolve the powder in water in advance. Use a better liquid detergent, granular powder dissolves in water for a long time with hand washing. When washing, do not rub the fabric with your hands. Rinse well so that no streaks of powder remain. After rinsing, let the water drain well.

Possessing the basic rules of different washing methods, you can maintain the quality, color, extend the duration of socks. But still do not forget to look at information labels from manufacturers of synthetic products.

It is better to hand over the blanket if it is soiled to dry cleaning. At home, washing it can go bad, for example, the filler will get stuck, the color will become worse. In order not to lose a good view, follow a few tips.

• The capacity of the washing machine should be at least 5 kg, so that the blanket fits comfortably into it. Set the cover in the drum without pressing it strongly.
• Use only liquid detergent, conditioner when washing polyester. If you do not want him to sit down.
• Select the “Delicate” mode in the machine + minimum spin speed during spin cycle.
• Rinse additionally.
• After the end of the program, pull out the blanket, lay on a terry towel, cotton fabric. So excess moisture is absorbed.
• Turn from side to side during drying.
• In the same way, you can clean the pillows.

The composition with synthetics includes nylon, such materials have a special endurance, so they can be washed using any method and not be afraid that the bag will deteriorate. If the product has leather inserts, large buttons, when choosing a mode, turn on “Hand Wash”. Do not spin. Drying on a clothesline.

Cleaning does not differ from washing other jackets. The main thing is to read the label - recommendation. Let the machine work in the Delicate Wash option. The temperature is 40 degrees. Do not spin. If it can be washed at a higher temperature, it will be indicated on the label. Fasten all locks. If the washing temperature is inhibited, shrinkage of the filler may occur. Spread the wet jacket over your shoulders, let the water drain.

To wash off the dust, it will be enough to stretch in a machine without powder, observing a temperature of no more than 35 degrees. When washing with hands, use a minimum of powder. To remove dust a lot of it is not necessary. To prevent the curtains from wrinkling, do not wring them. After the water drains, hang them back. Many types of ironing is not required.

Water temperature should be 40 degrees. When cleaning, turn the laundry inside out. Do not use stain removers, bleaches, solvents. Do not use dry cleaning. After cleansing, you can squeeze, no twist. Dry away from warm places. Let it dry at room temperature.

If the stain only appears, rinse the material in warm water with the addition of powder. Old stains can be dealt with by soaking with a chlorine-free stain remover, leaving it like this for an hour, rinsing abundantly with cold water. Stubborn stains can be poured with salt for 30 minutes, then rinse with water, if necessary, use citric acid and detergents for dishes.

If the thing is with a picture, do not rub it over hard with your hands so as not to spoil it, in any case do not use peroxide, and vinegar - this will wash off the picture along with the stain. For white cloth, applying vinegar, pure hydrogen peroxide, hold for 1.5 hours to get the effect.It is impossible to rub the material after applying the funds. You do not need to often wash things from polyester fibers often. Do these procedures as needed.

Polyester dries quite quickly, and if it is hung on a draft, then even faster. It is impossible to dry in the sun, near strongly heating structures, otherwise fabric shrinkage will occur. It is not recommended to twist, since when squeezing onto the fabric, hard-to-wrinkle creases may appear. It is advisable to dry naturally: let water drain without twisting the product, hang clothes on drying on the shoulders or blot with a towel when drying.

Synthetics are good because after washing, drying it does not need to be ironed. But if such a need arose, and you can not do without ironing, then adhere to a few tips.

• To prevent the fabric from sagging after ironing, use a damp cloth in the process.
• If the iron has the “Silk” function, use it. If not, heat the iron to medium temperature.
• Always use steam for any ironing.
• Do not forget to cover the product with wet cloth, gauze.

Having studied all the information about polyester, we can conclude that it is easy to wash. The main thing is to know simple rules, turn your attention to shortcuts. Adhere to the manufacturer's advice on washing, drying, spinning. Try to purchase special, high-quality detergents, softeners, and fabric softeners to care for your canvas. Do not expose the fabric to too hot water or air temperature.

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