Cleaning
Earth Art Cashmere & Design recommend dry cleaning for all cashmere items.
How to wash your Cashmere Garments
If you do opt for washing your cashmere items at home, please follow these instructions (cashmere coats, jackets and pants should never be washed at home):
- Hand wash in lukewarm water using your hair shampoo or other mild soap. Be sure to dissolve the shampoo thoroughly then put the sweater into water. Rinse with hair conditioner, this would make your cashmere sweater more soft. Wash colour garments separately.
- Do not bleach.
- Squeeze gently, do not twist or wring. Twisting the wet sweater would stretch the shape of your sweater.
- Roll in a towel to remove excess water.
- Dry flat after removing excess water, away from direct heat and sunlight.
- Press with damp cloth, using a cool iron; iron from the inside of the garment.
How to store your Cashmere Garments
- Before storing your precious cashmere garments, check carefully for leaks, dampness and sunlight.
- Fold clothes or pack them neatly in tissue paper or bag and store them in a closet away from light, dust and dampness.
- Clean before storing.
- Fresh stains that may not yet be visible will oxidize and become fixed during storage. They may also be the food for moths.
- Moths feast only on natural fabrics. Mothballs (naphthalene) and cedar are standard protection from moth infestation.
Storage
- The most important thing is to keep moisture away, so please do not store your cashmere garments in a damp place. A well-sealed plastic storage box (available in most stores) is good enough. A see-through one is better as you can notice if there is any moisture inside. Make sure the box is dry before you put sweaters in.
To keep moths away
- Make sure is that the garment is clean before long-time storage. Pay close attention to any food stains as moths are particularly attracted to our normal food proteins and cooking oils.
- Moth proofing products is helpful, or simply spray some perfume on a piece of paper and put the paper next to your sweater inside the box.