How to extend the lifespan of your cotton clothes
expert tips to extending the lifespan of your cotton clothes
Is there anything better than slipping into your old cotton T-shirt? We don’t think so! Cotton offers comfort, breathability, and a timeless appeal that transcends trends. But keeping your cotton garments looking and feeling fresh for years to come requires a little more than just tossing them in the laundry machine. In this blog, we'll share expert tips to extending the lifespan of your cotton clothes. Let’s get started!
Benefits of Cotton
There is a reason why cotton looks and feels so good. It’s one of nature’s best kept secrets when it comes to comfy yet chic clothing that can take you from beach to bar, and from office to deep sleep. The cotton fabric is grown organically with nature doing what it does best, and without the intervention of any chemicals, making it eco-friendly for the planet as well.
As a natural fabric, cotton is highly breathable, comfortable, easy-to-wear, and suitable even for those with sensitive skin. This is also why most health professionals recommend sticking to cotton underwear as it is wayyy more breathable and comfortable than man-made and chemically processed synthetics.
How to care for cotton fabric?
Taking care of your cotton is pretty straightforward. Simple laundry habits and practices can help you in preserving your cotton clothing for longer.
1st Step: Check the care label
Always take a quick look at the care label attached to your clothing before washing or drying them in the laundry machine. The care label tells you everything you need to know about the fabric in hand including its composition, and optimal washing and drying conditions. Sticking to these guidelines will help you in keeping your cottons fresh for longer. For instance, 100% cotton can shrink instantly when exposed to high temperatures (for washing or drying).
2nd Step: Its all about the temperature
Using the right temperature for washing your clothing is very important. As long as your cottons are not heavily soiled or stained, use a cold-water cycle or a 30ºC-40 ºC temperature for washing them.
Air-drying or natural drying also goes a long way in cotton fabric care. While machine/ tumble dryer saves up a lot of time, it uses extremely high heat that damages the fibre of fabric and makes them look more worn-out than they actually are.
3rd Step: Add BIORESTORE for cotton fabric care
BIORESTORE is an award-winning laundry powder developed particularly for taking care of your comfy cottons. It is an all-in-one solution that removes lint and pilling, renews print, restores original handfeel and extends the life of your cotton clothing. You can also use BIORESTORE to breathe new life into second-hand or thrifted cotton clothes.
Note: Take it easy on the dosing, don’t overdo it!
High-quality cotton is naturally soft. However, using extra laundry powder or fabric softeners can build a residue within the fabric, making it less soft with every wash. Make sure to observe the fill line closely while putting detergent in your laundry machine and use only the recommended dose according to the size of the laundry load.
All in all, cotton is one of the best fabrics for everyday clothing. To keep it flawless and new-like, just incorporate these simple laundry care practices in your routine and you will see the results for yourself! Remember, the gentler you treat your cottons, the longer they’ll last in your wardrobe. Cheers to cotton care!
FAQ’s
Can you iron cotton clothes?
Yes. You can iron your cottons on medium to high heat. It is recommended to dampen the fabric first or use the steam function to get the best look. Using a spray bottle filled with water can also help you straighten the wrinkles effectively.
What is the best way to remove stains from cotton fabric?
As a general rule, treating the stain as soon as possible is the best practice for cotton fabric care. You can use a spot stain remover for getting rid of stubborn marks such as from tea, ketchup, etc. If the stain doesn’t go away at one time, you can repeat the process until it’s 100% gone.
Also, never dry your fabric before the stain is removed completely as this will settle the stain into deeper fibre and textile structure.
Home recipes such as using diluted lemon water have also proved effective for stain removal. However, it is important to do a patch test before using these methods to stay on the safe side.