How to clean a cashmere coat at home?

A cashmere coat has always been considered a luxury and style item. Indeed, cashmere is a relatively expensive wool fabric that gives things a sophisticated and elegant look. Over time, any thing becomes dirty, and cashmere coats are no exception. In order to clean it, you should know the features of the tissue and the process of purification.

Cashmere is a warm material, albeit thin. It warms well in the cold season and windy weather. With all this, cashmere is a delicate and sensitive fabric that does not tolerate washing. Even if the manufacturer declares the possibility of machine wash on the label, there is a risk that the coat will lose its shape and look attractive.

If for some reason it is not possible to clean the coat from dirt, stains and dust using a professional method, then you can do it at home, To do this, you need to know the features of such cleaning:

• First of all, you should carefully examine the product tag, get acquainted with the permitted types of cleaning, drying and ironing;
• It is necessary to carefully inspect the thing for stains, small impurities. For this coat should be hung on a hanger or the back of a chair. The main thing is that it be upright. It is worthwhile to carefully examine the "problem areas" - lining, collar, cuffs, armpits;
• Use a cleaning brush designed for this type of fabric. As a rule, it has soft bristles. You can replace it with a foam roller or a soft cloth.Even using delicate cleaning products, do not rub the coat heavily or dust off with sudden movements. All this can lead to tissue deformation;

• After dry cleaning, use only vertical drying, and with wet washing, use horizontal drying. Such methods will help maintain the shape and attractiveness of the product;
• After dry cleaning, you can leave your coat over a basin of hot water. Steam from the water will smooth out all the folds and refresh the color.

Cleaning a cashmere coat at home can be done competently and efficiently. To do this, you need to know the features and types of cleaning. In order to rid the coat of stains and dirt, as well as an unpleasant odor, You can use the following methods:

• Dry (dry cleaning);
• Wet (machine).

The first option involves cleaning the product without the use of water or using it in small quantities. This method is also suitable for daily cleansing and giving a stately appearance. The removal of contaminants is carried out using dry substances, and this can be both professional and ingredients that are at hand (bread crumbs, semolina, talc).

This procedure is as follows:

• Hang the product in an upright position (it will be most convenient to do this on the clothes hanger). Zip up and all buttons.
• Carefully inspect the item for small debris, threads and hairs. You can remove them using the clothes roller. If it is not at hand, then you can use wet rubber gloves or a soft sponge.
• Run over the entire surface with a special cashmere brush. You can gently shake it several times. Such manipulations will remove surface debris and dust.
• For deep cleaning, sprinkle the coat with powder, talcum powder or a special washing agent. Then gently brush away the cleaning agents with a slightly damp brush.

Such cleaning is used in case of severe pollution, loss of a presentable appearance and the presence of an unpleasant odor. Still use washing before putting off clothes for long storage.

The main method of wet stain removal is washing by hand or in a machine. If the label on the coat provides for this type of washing, then you can clean it in this way at home. Before machine washing, it is necessary to unhook the fur, if any, and fasten the buttons or zipper. It is only necessary to set the delicate mode, set the temperature to no more than 40 degrees. Spin mode should also be turned off.

You can remove dirt manually. A basin of cold water (not higher than 25 degrees) and a washing gel will be required. Particular attention should be paid to rinsing. Such a process should be carried out until all cleaning agents have come out, otherwise stains may remain on clothing. Squeeze it also should not. The best option is to wrap the coat in a large towel so that it absorbs all the moisture. After this, the coat should be dried in a horizontal position in a ventilated room.

The result of cleansing largely depends on the type of spots that had to be fought. Even dirt and stains from outerwear can be removed in the following ways:

• Small dirt, especially on a light coat, is well wiped with soapy water.To do this, the soap dissolves in 1 liter of warm water, and a cotton pad is moistened in it. Then the dirty area is wiped several times with a clean damp disc or sponge;
• You can use talcum powder to remove greasy stains and give freshness to a white coat. It will be required to apply the substance in several layers on the stain and leave for several hours. The more time passes, the more effective the cleaning will be. Then you should remove the talcum powder from the clothes with a brush;
• Dirt, coffee and tea will help remove ammonia from the surface. It will take 0.5 teaspoon of alcohol and 1 teaspoon of glycine. A cotton or sponge moistened in this solution wipes the stain until it disappears completely. You can still alternate alcohol and soap solution. Only after these procedures should you thoroughly rinse the area with clean water so that there are no stains;

• Food contamination will help remove vinegar with alcohol. Mix the ingredients in a 1: 1 ratio and moisten a rag or cotton pad. Then remove the stain, just do not do it with sharp and rough movements;
• Traces of fat or wine will help remove salt. It is necessary to apply salt to this area and wait from 2 to 4 or more hours. After you need to shake off the salt with a brush and gently wipe the stain with a soap solution;
• To remove dirt from a black coat, you can use brewing black tea. You will need a cotton swab or sponge dipped in such a tea leaves. She wipes the dirty track several times, if necessary, repeat the procedure.

Proper care of the cashmere item will increase the service life and maintain a fresh color. Therefore, it is necessary to carry out the following procedures:

• 2-3 times a week to clean the surface of the product from small debris using a sticky roller. It is necessary for everyday wear. It is also important to brush dust off the coat at the end of the day with a special brush;
• After washing, drying the coat is strictly prohibited with the help of heating devices (iron, heater). For cashmere, only natural drying is allowed;

• After washing, it is also forbidden to squeeze the product in the machine or by twisting. It is better to gently squeeze water with your hands;
• Ironing the product is not recommended, it is better to steam. If it is not possible to iron with steam, then iron with a gently and carefully. To do this, you need to set the delicate mode on the iron. Iron only on the wrong side or with a piece of gauze;
• For wet cleaning, give preference to delicate cleansers designed for cashmere. And when choosing a stain remover, give preference to a substance without chlorine and with a high oxygen content. This will allow you to gently and effectively remove dirt and at the same time not damage the surface.

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