To avoid shrinking, wash 100% silk in a bucket of warm water.
Soap with a neutral or alkaline pH is recommended. Avoid using very acidic soaps or soaps containing harmful detergents or bleach, since it can damage the silk.
Soak the 100% silk in soapy water for no more than 10 minutes.
Gently scrub % silk to remove smells and stains. If you must use a dishwasher or drier, use the delicate cycle and a light soap.
Hang 100% silk to dry, and avoid direct sunlight since it affects the color of the wet silk. The use of wooden drying racks is not recommended since it might damage the cloth.
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