Here, learn how to clean faux fur to keep your favorite items in their best shape.
Submerge the Faux Fur
Submerge the faux fur fully in the detergent solution.
Swish the fur through the water for 10 to 15 minutes.
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Avoid excessive agitation and wringing of the item.
Drain and Rinse
Lift the fur out of the water.
Gently squeeze out as much soapy water as possible.
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Drain the container, then refill it with clean water.
Rinse until no suds remain.
Remove Excess Water
Squeeze out gently as much excess water as possible.
Reposition and smooth the faux fur item often so there are no crush marks.
Keep it out of direct sunlight and heat.
It may take 24 to 48 hours to dry.
Don’t wear, use, or store it until the faux fur is completely dry.
Warning
Don’t put faux fur in a clothes dryer on a heated setting.
Heat can melt the synthetic fibers and cause them to fuse and become matted.
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Once this has happened, the damage can’t be reversed.
Use the fluff dry setting without heat if you must use a dryer.
A wide-toothed comb can be used to loosen up stubborn fur.
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Smooth the fibers by mixing 1 tsp conditioner with 2 cups of warm water in a spray bottle.
Spritz the fur in a small area and use a soft-bristled brush to untangle it.
Wipe with a clean, damp cloth and air-dry.
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A front-loading orhigh-efficiency washerwithout a center agitator is recommended because the cleaning action will be gentler.
Fill the Washer
Fill the washer to a medium level with cold water.
Add 1 to 2 teaspoons of mild, color-safe detergent like Woolite.
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Allow it to soak in the water and detergent solution for 15 minutes.
Don’t soak it any longer, or you may damage the backing fabric of the faux fur.
Switch to the rinse cycle, then allow the washer to fill with cool water.
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Don’t allow the machine to agitate to prevent knotting of the fur.
Drain and spin at low speed again.
If you feel the fur needs an additional rinse because it feels soapy, do so at this time.
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you could also toss the coat into a tumble dryer and use theair-dry settingto fluff it.
Do not use heat.
Tip
To remove wrinkles from faux fur, steaming will be the safest method.
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Hang the garment and allow it to air dry completely.
Gently rub the detergent into the stain with your fingers or a clean, soft cloth.
Once the stain is removed, use a clean cloth dampened with cold water to rinse away the detergent.
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Blot up excess water with a clean, dry towel.
Shake the item to fluff the fibers and air dry.
If the fur has fallen out or melted, it cannot be repaired.
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Never use hot water or place them in a hot automatic dryer.
Gently brush the fur and allow it to air dry completely before wearing it again.
To prevent crushing the fibers, hang your garments with plenty of space for air circulation.
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Cover with a cotton garment bag to prevent dust from settling in the fur.
Avoid folding faux fur garments and placing them in any drawers.
Spot-clean dirt and stains whenever necessary.
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Never put a faux fur item in thedryeror you execute the risk of ruining it.
If necessary, use a pet brush to lightly brush the faux fur.
A dog brush, called a slicker brush, is used on all types of canine coats.
It has rows of thin wire pins that detangle and remove loose fur.
it’s possible for you to always buy a specialfur brush more commonly used on real fur coats.
