Whether it is a jumper, top, leggings, underwear or socks: Merino wool is always a popular choice when it comes to functional clothing. Why? The wool from Merino sheep is a natural fibre and thus has unique properties.
Positive aspects first. Fortunately, Merino wool is easy to look after. Consequently, you do not have to worry that you won’t be able to wash your jumper or that you have to handle it in a special way. Indeed, you can even pop it into the washing machine – which is not recommended for all natural fibres. However, please note that Merino wool does not like fabric softener nor a tumble dryer. Then there is a danger that the wool will develop holes or shrink. As Merino wool remains odour-free for lengthy periods, there is no need to wash the item after wearing it. Indeed, it is often enough to simply hang out your Merino woollen jumper or jacket in the open air instead of washing it.
If you intend washing your favourite Merino wool item, please note the following:
An extra tip: It is possible that pilling (also known as bobbling) may occur after several washes. These tiny knots or balls that form on the surface can be easily removed using a special comb. Another tip is to add a piece of clothing to the wash that is rougher in texture, such as a pair of jeans.
Normally, you should wash your Merino wool item in a washing machine. This is merely because you can control the temperature more precisely and it is a more gentle wash cycle. Does the manufacturer explicitly recommend a hand-wash on the care label? Make sure that you choose a non-biological detergent. Also avoid rubbing and pulling the garment too hard, as this puts too much strain on the Merino wool. Gently squeeze out any remaining water. And above all else: do not use water hotter than 40 degrees. Read the instructions on the care label carefully to ensure that you get plenty of use out of your Merino wool item.
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