Although relatively durable, silk is protein fiber similar to human
hair and does require special care to stay looking good. By knowing the
right way to clean, dry, iron, and store silk, one can keep the silk
garments in top condition for years.
- Washing silk. All silk is washable, however you should treat
silk as you would treat your hair. No harsh detergents, no excessive
drying or heat. Dry cleaning is possible, but hand washing is
recommended for silk items to maintain the natural luster. Silk can be
hand washed in cool or lukewarm water using a mild detergent. Because
silk resists dirt and stains, only a small amount of soap should be
used. A good shampoo works well on silk. It will remove oil and
revitalize your silk. Do not use an alkaline shampoo or one which
contains ingredients such as wax, petroleum, or their derivatives, as
these products will leave a residue on your silk and may cause "oil"
spots.
Technically, silk does not shrink like other fibers. If the silk
fabric is not tightly woven, washing silk will tighten up the
weave...thus, lighter weights of silk can be improved by washing as it
will tighten up the weave. A tightly woven silk will not "shrink" or
will "shrink" a lot less.
Thai silk does not tolerate abrupt changes in temperature very well,
so stay with one water temperature throughout the wash. Avoid soaking
silk as this may fade the dye. To revive faded or yellowed colors rinse
the silk fabric in water with a few tablespoons of white vinegar.
- Drying silk. To dry silk cloth do not wring but roll the silk item up in a bath towel and gently press the water out.
- Ironing silk. Silk may yellow and fade with the use of a
high iron setting. Dampen the silk garment with water before ironing.
To avoid damage, turn the item inside out and iron on the reverse side
of the fabric on a cotton-covered ironing board. Use a low setting and
it is recommended not to use steam.
- Storing silk. Keep the silk garment away from heat sources or direct sunlight.
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