Lapuan Kankurit specializes in weaving their textiles using natural fibers: wool and linen. These types of materials need a bit of special attention when it comes to washing. Knowing how to maintain your textiles will extend their lifespan and retain their high-quality feel and appearance.

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Wash temperature  Do not use chlorine bleach   Do not tumble dry   Dry cleaning allowed   Do not dry clean Ironing temperature

• Air Out: Wool is naturally resistant to dirt and rarely needs washing. Airing it out in fresh air is usually sufficient to remove odors and refresh the textile.
  
• Hand Washing: If wool needs washing, do it by hand in lukewarm water. Always use a mild detergent specifically designed for wool.
• Avoid Rubbing: Wool fibers are sensitive to stretching and rubbing. Do not twist or rub the textile during washing; instead, gently press out excess water.
• Drying Flat: Wool textiles should not be hung to dry as they may stretch and lose their shape. Lay the garment flat on a towel and gently reshape it to its original form. Allow it to dry at room temperature.
• Storage: Store wool textiles in a cool, dry place. Avoid plastic bags as wool needs to breathe. Use breathable storage bags or fabrics instead. Protect wool textiles from moths by using cedar blocks or other natural pest deterrents.
• Wool Care: The soft fibers on the surface of wool textiles can pill with friction. When pilling occurs, use a fabric shaver to remove the pills. To keep a mohair blanket looking nice and to remove loose fibers, regularly brush the blanket with a soft brush.

• Washing Instructions: Lapuan Kankurit’s linen textiles can endure washes up to 140°F (60°C), but often 104°F (40°C) is sufficient. Avoid overloading the washing machine. Use a mild detergent and avoid bleach. Choose a gentle wash cycle on your washing machine to prevent damage to the linen fibers.
  
• Avoid Tumble Drying: Tumble drying is not recommended for linen textiles as it can cause shrinkage and damage the fibers. Instead, hang linen to dry in a well-ventilated space.
• Ironing: Linen wrinkles easily, but this is part of the material’s character and aesthetic. Linen textiles can be ironed or mangled while still damp if desired. Pre-washed, relaxed linen usually does not require ironing.
• Storage: Store linen in a cool, dry place. Avoid direct sunlight as it can fade colors and weaken fibers over time.

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