FINE LINENS

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FINE LINENS

 

When it comes to caring for fine linens, hand-washing with a mild

cleaner is usually the only way to go. Put your fine washables in a

basin of lukewarm or cold water, swish, then soak for up to five

minutes. Gently squeeze out the detergent, empty, refill the basin

with clean, cold water and rinse the item. Lay your delicates flat to

dry.

 

Now, let's say you want to use vintage linens as upholstery, bedding

or pillow materials. You want to be sure they can stand up to

everyday

use and cleaning. So, before you do anything with the vintage linens,

toss them in the washer with a mild detergent, and then into the

dryer. This cleaning method may change the textile's appearance, but

that may be ok too. At least you'll know, before you make up

the new item, that there won't be any nasty surprises later.