Learn how to wash your cashmere sweater properly at home.
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How Often Should You Wash Cashmere Sweaters?
Spot-clean stains as they happen so the garment can be worn a few more times.
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Always wash the sweater at the end of the season before you store it.
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You’ll have the best results by using afront-load washerwith a more gentle tumbling action for cleaning clothes.
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Transfer the sweater to a flat drying rack or a dry towel.
Reshape the sweater to its original look.
Allow it to air-dry away from direct sunlight and heat sources.
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Turn it over after several hours to speed drying or replace the wet towel with a dry one.
For a machine-washed sweater, remove it from the mesh bag.
Lay the sweater flat on a clean towel and roll it up to remove the extra water.
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Transfer the item to a flat drying rack or dry towel.
Reshape the sweater so it dries without wrinkles or stretching.
Always be sure the cashmere is completely dry before wearing or storing.
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Storing Cashmere the Right Way
Cashmere items should always be stored in a cool, dry location.
Heat and humidity, often found in an attic or basement, can cause damage to the fabric.
Sweaters should be folded carefully and placed in a breathable cotton garment bag.
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Never hang knitted cashmere pieces because they will stretch and lose their shape.
For an extra layer of protection, wrap the pieces in acid-free tissue paper and add silica gel sachets.
Avoid plastic storage bins, which can trap moisture and increase the risk of mildew and discoloration.
Pests, particularly moths and silverfish,lay eggs and nibble on the natural fibers of cashmere.
