Maintenance guide

Take care of your clothes

Our products are designed to last, but we still need your help while your garment is yours. Here you will find maintenance instructions, tips and tricks on how to care for your garment so that it can last as long as possible.

WASHING AND DRYING

Stains:

Stains should be removed instead of/before washing the entire garment. Use a mild stain remover soap mixed with a drop of water directly on the stain. Mix well to create a lather and use a gentle laundry brush to work the stain until it fades.

Wool:

Be quick to remove the stain so it doesn't set in. Use lemon soap suds and work carefully. Leave for a while before rinsing with water.

Wash:

Wash according to the recommendations on the care label.

Washing wool:

Wash as infrequently as possible! This will preserve the natural properties of the wool and extend the life of the garment. Try to air the garment, inside and out, for at least a day to neutralize most odors.

It's also good to let woolen garments rest every now and then, by not wearing them for many days in a row.

If you need to wash the entire garment, you can either take it to a professional dry cleaner or wash it as follows:

When hand washing wool, use a maximum of 30 degrees water and a mild wool detergent . To avoid discoloration, make sure that the detergent is properly dissolved in the water before adding the garment, and squeeze gently. Wool should never be left in water for a long time. Do not leave in soapy water for more than 10-15 minutes before changing the water. Change the water several times until there is no more soap left.

The wool program on a modern washing machine can actually be gentler on your wool garment than traditional hand washing. Use liquid wool detergent .

Drying:

Avoid direct sunlight as this will affect the color, especially on cotton fabrics.

Drying wool:

Allow wool, and especially heavy garments, to dry flat to avoid stretching and fraying the fibers. While the garment is wet, it can be gently stretched and shaped to adjust its shape.

STORAGE

Storage:

A knitted garment should be stored lying down to avoid losing its shape, which it will do after a while if it is hung on a hanger, simply due to gravity. Fold and stack neatly.

Garments made from woven cotton fabric last best if they are allowed to hang. This will keep the fabric fresh and wrinkle-free.

Storage over time:

Make sure your wool garments are clean before packing them away for an extended period. This is the one occasion when a full wash is necessary because moths prefer dirty fabrics! Dirt, such as food, skin particles and hair, will also wear down the fibers over time.

Fold and stack neatly and store garments in sealed plastic or paper bags or boxes. Textiles should be stored in a place that is neither damp nor too hot.

Use cedarwood or lavender with your wool garments to prevent moths.

Leather products, such as shoes or handbags, should not be stored in plastic. For example, use a cotton canvas bag instead.

MAINTENANCE

Pilling:

Wool garments can pill when short fibers separate from the yarn. This will decrease over time. Carefully use a new razor or a pill remover to shave the garment while it is lying on a flat surface. Do not shave wool containing mohair, as this will cause it to lose its fluffy surface. For long-haired wool, we recommend a gentle clothes brush .

Avoid friction between a wool garment and, for example, bags, bracelets or watches which can cause more pilling.

Washing can also cause pilling, so that's another reason to minimize washing.

After removing the pills, you can use a clothes brush to gently smooth the surface.

Repairs:

We offer free repairs on all our garments because we know that repairs greatly extend the life of a garment.

Many small repairs can also be easily done at home. Please contact us if you would like help or spare parts.

Caring treatment:

Treating your garment with care will also mean you can enjoy it for much longer. Wash, maintain and store as recommended, avoid rough handling, and be patient and careful when you close your zippers...