Machine Washing:

Always pre-wash linens before first use.
Always check the care label before laundering, separate linens into light and dark colours and wash separately
If the label says hand wash, never machine wash. Hand wash in gentle soap. Rinse thoroughly in clean water to eliminate all soap residue, then line dry, lay flat (on towels), or hang to dry. Avoid wringing linens by blotting on towels before air-drying.
Machine wash on gentle cycle. For bed linens, use warm or cold water. For table and bath linens, use hot water for whites and cold water for colours.
Use half the recommended amount of mild liquid detergent without added bleach, whiteners, or fabric softeners. Do not pour detergent directly on textiles.
Pre-treat any stains prior to washing. Do not use bleach. Bleaching may weaken fibres and cause yellowing.
Do not use fabric softener as it coats and weakens natural fibres. Your luxury linens will soften naturally with frequent use and additional washings.
Avoid laundering fine linens and bath towels with other items, especially those containing polyester, and items made of heavy material, rivets, buttons, zippers, and other hardware (for example, denim jeans) as these can damage fibres and fabric.
Delicate lace and embellished linens should be placed in a pillowcase or a mesh laundry bag before being placed in the washing machine.
Do not overload the washing machine, as this can cause unnecessary abrasion to the fabric.
It is recommended that all jewellery and make up/sunscreen be removed before use, to prevent damage to the linen fibres - Some hair and skincare products, such as acne lotions, face creams, or toothpastes that contain oxidizing agents, may cause discoloration of coloured sheets and towels.
It is recommended to wash matching table linens together to allow them to wear at the same rate. Whenever possible, treat stains when they are fresh.
Dry cleaning is NOT recommended for our natural cotton and linen products. However Professional hand washing is for delicate linens- those with heavy embellishments or embroideries, heirlooms, or worn linens.

Tip: Do not pour detergent directly on textiles. Rather, add it to the water as the wash tub fills or dilute detergent with water, then add linens.

Drying & Ironing:

Drying

Natural fibres will wrinkle, but there are steps you can take while drying linens to minimize wrinkling. Line drying linens in soft, outdoor sunlight is ideal-it is the gentlest method of drying, and the sun provides natural bleaching-though this is not always practical.

To machine dry bed and table linens, gently shake out and smooth damp linens before placing in the dryer (unravelling any items that may have twisted in the wash cycle). Do not use dryer sheet fabric softeners.
Tumble dry bed and table linens on low heat until slightly damp. Tumble dry bath towels on low to medium heat until dry.
Avoid overloading the dryer so items will dry evenly.
Set to the lowest heat-high heat settings will weaken the fibres and increase shrinkage.
Remove items from dryer promptly and while still slightly damp. Smooth and let air dry before storing or press with an iron while damp to remove any remaining wrinkles.

Ironing

Always check to make sure your steam iron is clean-mineral deposits may build up and cause brown spotting.

Iron bed and bath linens while still slightly damp.
Do not iron bath towels.
Use a steam iron on a warm/hot setting for cottonor a hot setting for linen.
Spray with water from a spray bottle for stubborn wrinkles, if needed.
To restore the lustrous face of sateen and jacquard fabrics, iron on the reverse side.
To preserve the three-dimensional effect of embroidery, iron on its reverse side, atop a white towel to give soft support to the thread work design.
Linens with delicate lace and cut work should be ironed beneath a press cloth.

Tip: If you cannot iron immediately, roll linens in a towel or a plastic bag and temporarily store in the freezer for up to 24 hours. This trick will make your linens easier to iron while preventing mildew.

Additional Information:

Shrinkage

All natural fibres will shrink to some extent, but in most instances we generously overcut our products to allow for shrinkage. Do not wash or -especially- dry linens on a hot setting, which is most likely to cause over shrinkage. Follow instructions on the care label.

Natural fibres need to breathe. Store bed linens in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, shielded from long exposure to direct sunlight. Linens stored long-term should be wrapped in white cotton, muslin (old pillowcases work well), or acid-free paper. Avoid storing linens in plastic bags, boxes, or in cedar chests which can all cause permanent yellowing or streak fabrics.

Store tablecloths rolled around cardboard tubes or hung on hangers (without plastic) to prevent crease marks from setting, which can weaken fibres. Store in a well-ventilated place. Cover linens only in cotton, linen, or muslin, or wrap in acid-free tissue. Never use plastic, cardboard, or cedar chests to store your fine table linens.

Bed linen should be pulled from below the hem-not on or above the hemstitch, lace detail, or embroidery to prevent damage

Care and Maintenance

Daum

Forge De Laguiole

Ginori 1735 Homeware

Ginori 1735 Tableware

Haviland

Lalique Crystal

Lalique Glassware

Lalique Jewellery

MacKenzie-Childs

Mario Luca Giusti

Pratesi

Robbe & Berking

Sferra

LEWIS/WARK

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