HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR BAMBOO SHEETS?

Bamboo sheets are a delicate natural fabric. To care for them as they care for you please treat them with love and respect. To ensure the longevity of your sheets, our guide below contains all the information you need to know about care instructions for your bamboo sheets.

HOW TO WASH YOUR BAMBOO SHEETS?

Bamboo sheets are best to be washed on a cold wash and gentle cycle. Please make sure your bamboo linen is not mixed with any other fabrics, no matter how delicate they are. Towels or blankets and bamboo sheets are not friends and should never be washed together. Separate dark and light colours. If your duvet has zipper ensure it is recommended to close the zipper before washing.

WHAT DETERGENTS SHOULD I USE FOR BAMBOO SHEETS?

Laundry detergents suited to silk and wool fabrics should be used for bamboo sheets. Everyday detergents often contain optical brighteners, chlorine and harmful chemicals. They can leave marks on your sheets and cause discoloration. Bamboo is a soft fabric and does not need additional fabric softeners or harsh detergents.

HOW TO REMOVE STAINS FROM BAMBOO BEDDING?

Tough stains can be removed with a non-chlorine based eco-friendly laundry stain remover. If you are unsure always test a small area first. Bamboo and bleach are pure enemies and should never be mixed together.

HOW TO DRY YOUR BAMBOO BED SHEETS?

We recommended drying your sheets on the line under shade. As natural of a fabric bamboo is, it prefers to be line dried as opposed to being tumbled in a dryer. If you opt for a dryer, the lowest heat setting is recommended and for a short period of time. A long tumble dry may potentially damage and burn the natural fibres.

CAN I IRON MY BAMBOO SHEETS?

There is no need to iron your sheets as the wrinkles will usually easily relax out when you sleep. You can iron your bamboo sheets, however be sure it is on a low heat setting only.

HOW TO STORE YOUR BAMBOO SHEET SET?

Simply fold your bamboo sheets and store them in a cool and dry place, away from direct sunlight. Do not to store them in cardboard boxes or plastic containers.

HOW TO PREVENT PILLING FOR YOUR BAMBOO LINEN?

To prevent pilling, avoid excess rubbing and friction with other rough fabrics such as towels or fleece fabrics. In the event of piling, remove with a fabric shaver or gently trim with scissors. Be sure you also follow the washing and drying instructions above.

For more information on how often to change and wash your sheets, and to purchase bamboo bedding online in Australia, visit whom.com.au. 

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