Although it seems obvious, reading labels is not a common practice. As one might expect, the result of the lack of this habit is not only damaged clothes during washing, but also disasters during washing. On the label, in addition to the indications regarding temperature, type and method, there are also indications on how and whether the item should be ironed at all. The crossed-out iron symbol is a clear sign that the material is not suitable for ironing and it is better not to use it with a heated iron.
What cannot be ironed? You’ll iron it and you’ll regret it
You don’t need to iron many things, just wash them at low speed and hang them in the dryer appropriately. For many things, contact with an iron is not good at all, and additionally means the risk of permanent damage. This applies not only to delicate materials, which always require special care. What cannot be ironed? These include:
- bedding, sheets and other things made of bark,
- crinkled, i.e. with factory creases, made of voile or organza,
- suits,
- terry towels and bathrobes.
Many clothes made of wool, merino or cashmere, especially those blended with other fabrics, will also have a crossed-out iron mark. Also, do not iron clothes that are factory-creased.
Can you iron silk and velvet clothes? On one condition
Silk raises many doubts. Can you iron silk clothes? Basically yes, although it is worth noting that it takes a lot of talent to knead it. Iron at the lowest possible iron temperature. The clothes or pillowcase should be turned inside out and slightly damp (in the case of rayon). You can also iron them through a cloth. This will help you avoid burning. Things made of velvet cause similar problems. If you don’t have to, don’t iron them yourself. Leave them in the hands of a professional cleaner. If you have no other choice, before ironing, spread a soft towel on the board, set the iron at the lowest temperature, and always iron the fabric inside out and using steam.
Source: Gazeta
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