Caring for Silk
As a protein fiber, similar to hair, silk is sensitive to heat, soaking in water, strong sunlight, and strong mechanical stress. (That's why silk is so good for the skin.) Keep your silk products away from harsh chemicals. Silk care is similar to hair care:
- Soak the silk briefly (max. 5 minutes) in cold to lukewarm water (max. 30 degrees). It is best to use a special silk shampoo.
- Gently move the fabric back and forth. Spot dirt can be carefully washed out by hand. Then rinse with cold water.
- Roll the silk in a dry towel and then let it air dry flat on the drying rack.
- Ironing: Silk should always be ironed inside out at a low temperature. It is best to place a cloth between the iron and the silk.
Alternatively, silk can also be machine washed on a gentle cycle.
To maintain the silky shine, add 2 tablespoons of vinegar essence (or conditioner) to the fabric softener compartment or to the water for handwashing with each wash cycle.
If you follow these tips, you will enjoy your silk products for a long time.
Caring for Silk Duvets and Silk Pillows
Before first use
For hygienic reasons, silk duvets and pillows are packed airtight. Before first use, we recommend ventilating the duvet or pillow well and fluffing it up repeatedly. After some time (approx. 2 to 3 hours), the duvet or pillow will regain its natural fullness.
You may notice a subtly sour smell on your freshly unpacked silk duvet or pillow. This is very natural! It comes from the natural protective substance of the silk cocoon, sericin. The smell will subside over time and eventually disappear completely. Sericin is a soluble protein and has a positive effect on the skin.
Care
Due to their good self-cleaning function, it is sufficient to regularly fluff up the duvet or pillow to keep them airy and dry. Spot dirt can be carefully washed by hand and only with silk detergent at 30 degrees.
Storage
If the duvet or pillow will not be used for a longer period, they should be well ventilated and completely dry before storage. Make sure that the duvet or pillow has enough space and is not compressed.
