What else can I do to better care for my Le Linen sheets?Updated 8 months ago

Machine Washing

• Pre-wash your natural linens before first use.

• Separate linens from other items in the wash - especially polyester which tends to create pilling, and items with heavy zippers, which can damage the fabric

• Do not overload the washing machine, as it can break down fibres from excessive abrasion and agitation

• Wash in cold water with non-chlorine bleach detergent on a gentle cycle with a cold water rinse.

Detergent

• Use an eco friendly mild, non-alkaline liquid detergent without added bleach or whiteners as they can also weaken and discolour certain fabric fibres

• Do not pour detergent directly on linens. Instead, add it to the water as the wash tub fills or dilute with water, then add linens

• We recommend using a eucalyptus based detergent such as wool wash which you can find in your local supermarket for your TENCEL™ lyocell sheets

Fabric softener

• While most bed linen do not require fabric softeners, some fabrics like our French Linen, it is recommended to use fabric softener. 

Stains

• Clean stains as quickly as possible.

• Do not strenuously scrub the stain away, we recommend gently soak, wash or blot it out.

• Remember once a stain is truly set, it is often difficult to remove

Bleaching

• Do not use chlorine bleach - it can weaken fibres and cause them to yellow prematurely

Drying

• Line drying is recommended., however do not leave sheets on the clothesline or in direct sun for a prolonged period as natural fibres are susceptible to sun bleaching.

• Some of our ranges may suggest tumble dried if required. Please select the gentle setting with low temperature (do not use a high/ hot setting as this will damage the fibre). If it states do not tumble dry, please do not tumble dry as it can cause shrinkage.

Ironing

• If you do choose to iron your item, we recommend that you use your iron the reverse on a warm setting. Please avoid ironing directly on any decorative panels, studs or buttons.

Chemicals 

• Some hair and skin products may cause discolouration and pilling of linens (eg hair or body oils, heavy creams and especially specific acne lotions or toothpastes that contain oxidising agents such as peroxide and other bleaching properties ), be careful as the chemicals in these can stain or strip the colour off your sheets.

Storage

• Store linens in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area

• Ensure the sheets are completely dry before storing.