To maintain the characteristics of a cashmere garment, not be chosen to be worn for several days at least 24 hours between wearing one and the next, so that stress fibers and not too slow or appearance of the characteristic phenomenon of pilling. The pilling is that particular process that can occur on the surface of the head and leading to the formation of small pellets of irregular fibers called "pills". These dots are formed due to rubbing or friction mechanisms, and should not be considered a sign of lesser quality of cashmere, but a natural consequence of, preventable with good care and maintenance of the head, then special attention must be given to the stage of washing and ascigatura, below are some useful tips.
Handwash
The washing should be done using a mild detergent for wool in warm water, so the soap can be easily eliminated. Soaking in warm water with soap to last a few minutes. Immediately after you pass rinse with cold running water, which should continue until complete elimination of soap.
Machine wash
Life is hectic and not always we have time for hand washing. In this case you can wash your cashmere in the washing machine, following a series of tricks. First the head must be placed in the washing machine inside out, or better yet, within a specific bag for washing underwear. After inserting a small amount of mild detergent for wool, is important to select a short program for wool and delicate fabrics with a temperature never above 30 ° C. Of course to avoid the spin.
Drying
After washing by hand or machine wash the cashmere garment must be wrung out, but not in a direct way: better to roll in a towel, sponge, absorbing water and then left with a another dry towel.
Ironing
Particular attention must be paid at the time of finishing: first important to use the iron at very low temperatures, so as not to compromise the fibers. Ironing must be done in reverse, and so very delicate.
Conservation
After finishing the season before the cashmere garments should be washed thoroughly dry and stored in a special bag-case and stored in a cool, dry place. The bags containing the items to be placed in drawers or closets with adequate protection moth.