As the chilly season approaches, it's time for knitwear. Knits and sweaters are warm and stylish on their own, but can they be washed at home? Don't you often worry about what to do if your hair shrinks? This time, we will thoroughly explain how to wash knitwear and sweaters at home, how to dry them, and how to store them.

Basic care and handling of knitwear

Knitwear is a very delicate garment. If you care for it incorrectly, problems such as pilling, fraying of threads, and loss of shape may occur. Check out the care instructions below to keep your knitwear looking beautiful for a long time.

rest for more than 1 day

You may want to wear your favorite knit every day. However, knitwear is sensitive to friction and can easily pill if worn every day. To keep it on for a long time, try wearing it at least one day apart.

After taking it off, hang it on a hanger

Many people don't wash knits every time they wear them for just one day. Knitwear is thick and easily absorbs moisture. When you take it off, first turn it inside out and use a thick hanger to remove moisture. If you leave it hanging, it may lose its shape, so please let it dry for a few hours, then fold it and store it.

Brush to prevent pilling

Clothes brushes condition the coat of knits and prevent pilling. It also removes dust and dirt, reducing damage to clothing. For wool and cashmere, we recommend a special brush with soft bristles. Mohair sheds easily, so brush it gently with a towel.

Be careful around the neck and cuffs, where dirt tends to accumulate.

Remove dirt from areas such as the collar where sebum and makeup stains tend to accumulate by brushing or gently patting with a tightly wrung towel. Protein stains such as sebum and sweat can also cause insect bites. Wear innerwear and avoid touching your bare skin as much as possible◎

Wipe away stains immediately

If you find any dirt or stains, wipe them off immediately. Place a towel on the back side and pat it with the wrung out towel to remove any dirt. Be careful not to scrub too hard as this can damage the fabric and cause pilling.

Never cut the thread if it becomes frayed.

All the threads in knitwear are connected, so if you cut it, the hole will get bigger and bigger. Also, it is no good to pull the string. If there are any pulls or holes, we recommend having them repaired at a specialty store. Also, you can repair it cutely by darning etc. ① Turn the knit inside out and pull in the frayed threads. ② Sew into the surrounding stitches If it's a small fray, you can repair it yourself.

The correct way to wash knitwear at home

Recently, there has been an increase in the number of knitwear and sweaters that can be washed at home. However, incorrect washing methods can cause problems such as knits shrinking or losing their shape. Let's wear knits beautifully by washing them correctly.

Check the washing label

In order to keep wearing your precious knitwear for a long time, it is essential to check the washing instructions. Summer knits are made from cotton, linen, and rayon, which are often used in spring and summer clothing. The detergents that can be used and the washing methods differ for knits made from wool and cashmere used for fall and winter clothing. In particular, wool and cashmere tend to shrink when exposed to hot water, so alkaline detergents are not recommended. In addition, knits generally tend to shrink easily, and if they are knitted from different materials, they may lose their shape. Some items cannot be washed with water, so in that case you should take them to a dry cleaner. Knitwear tends to lose its shape, so hand washing is generally recommended. If using the washing machine, fold the knitted item inside out and place it in the appropriate size net. When washing on gentle water cycles such as hand washing cycle, stylish wear cycle, dry cycle, and home cleaning, it is ◎

How to wash knitwear | [Video explanation] Hand washing

How to wash knitwear point 1 | Remove local stains first

If there are any noticeable stains such as food stains, cosmetics stains, collars, cuffs, etc., be sure to remove them beforehand. Please also refer to the article that introduces stain removal methods for each type of stain.

How to wash knitwear point 2 | Minimize deformation and damage

For items with buttons, such as cardigans, tighten the buttons before washing to prevent them from losing their shape. Remove decorations to reduce damage to the fabric.

How to wash knitwear | Steps

Prepare a washbasin or bucket and dissolve a neutral detergent such as fashion detergent in water (below 30℃).

Place the folded knitwear or sweater inside out in the cleaning solution you made and gently press it to wash it. Do not rub the fabric at this point as it will damage the fabric, cause it to stretch, and cause it to lose its shape. If you are concerned about stains, leave it on for about 10 minutes.

After washing, change to clean water and rinse with gentle pressure. Repeat 2 to 3 times without squeezing or squeezing too much.

At the end of rinsing, soak the fabric in water with fabric softener. Fabric softener has a rinsing effect, prevents static electricity and friction of fibers when worn, and can reduce damage to fabrics.

After rinsing, dehydrate. Place the knit on a large bath towel and roll it up like a sushi roll to remove moisture.

How to wash knitwear | Washing machine version

As with hand washing, remove any dirt from the area first. Also, please close the buttons and remove any accessories before washing.

How to wash knitwear | Steps

Turn the knitwear or sweater inside out and place it in the laundry net. Choose a net that is smaller than the folded knit to prevent chafing during washing. We also recommend using something with a fine mesh that won't damage delicate materials.

Wash on a gentle cycle such as the fashionable cycle or dry cycle.

Dehydration can easily damage the product, so it is recommended that it be dehydrated for less than 1 minute. If it takes longer than that, take it out and wrap it in a bath towel to remove the moisture.

How to dry knits

Washed knits and sweaters become heavy when soaked with water, causing the sleeves and shoulders to stretch and lose their shape, so use a net to dry them flat instead of using hangers. If you don't have a net, you can also put it on the lid of the bathtub to dry. If you want to dry it on a hanger, hang the sleeves across your shoulders and hang the hem on another hanger to keep it in shape and allow for better ventilation. Also, avoid direct sunlight and dry in the shade to prevent discoloration. Knits may shrink due to heat. Using a dryer that blows hot air at 60 to 80 degrees Celsius to dry clothes is not recommended for knitted clothes. Also, be careful with coarse fabrics as the gaps may shrink due to hot air.

How to store knitwear and precautions

Knit storage point 1

We recommend folding knitwear for storage to prevent it from losing its shape. If you fold it improperly, it will become bulky and wrinkle easily. Thin knits in particular tend to wrinkle easily, so when folding them, put a towel between them to prevent wrinkles from forming.

Knit storage point2

For storage, arrange them in shallow drawers or cases so that they stand upright. Be careful not to store them in a deep drawer, as the knit underneath may wrinkle, lose its fluffy feel, or lose its shape.

Knit storage point3

By placing the insect repellent on top, the insect repellent effect will spread throughout the area. You can reduce moisture by placing the desiccant at the bottom.

Knit storage point4

When storing on a hanger, use a hanger with a non-slip finish to prevent the neck from stretching. Also, for long sleeves that stretch under weight, placing the sleeves over your shoulders will prevent the fabric from stretching and losing its shape.

Knit storage point5

If you are going to store it for a long time while changing clothes, remove dirt such as sebum dirt and food particles, wash it, dry it thoroughly, and fold it neatly. Store it in a well-ventilated place without crowding it too much. You want to wear your favorite knitwear beautifully next year. Take care of yourself and change your clothes! [SNS] ▼We will send you great coupons and the latest information from Rinenna official LINE! ▼Instagram Laundry detergent @rinennanewyork “Baby and mom-friendly cloth diaper life” A cloth diaper brand born with the aim of @rinennababy One size from newborn to out of diapers. Cloth diapers are comfortable for babies and easy for mothers to handle. ``Make an unpleasant time as pleasant as possible. ” A cloth napkin brand born with such feelings @rinennaearth Something that allows you to take a breather on a difficult day. Even if it's a blue day, I hope you can wear comfortable materials and feel a little more comfortable. ▼YouTube Rinenna official channel ▼Twitter Rinenna official Twitter