Washing linen yarns

We would like to point out that there are substantial differences between the results we will obtain with the two types of treatment:

● dry finishing will give us a firmer and more compact product,
● with wet finishing, we will have a softer and shinier product.

OPERATIONAL TIPS FOR DRY TREATMENT AND FINISHING OF LINEN PRODUCTS

Indicative example of dry treatment on "Donini D-150" machines of 25/30 kg and
about 400 liters of Perchloroethylene.
Load the perchloroethylene at room temperature and run the nets for a period that can vary from 1 minute to 6 minutes.
Drain the solvent and centrifuge the nets without a perchloroethylene bath for a period of time that can vary from 5 minutes to 8 minutes, depending on the type of net stitch and the desired result.
At the end of the treatment, centrifuge and dry.
It is advisable to keep the perchloroethylene temperature under control, as a few degrees of variation in the solvent temperature affect the final result. Particular attention should be paid to the variation in ambient temperature due to the change of seasons; in fact, a few degrees of variation are enough to obtain a different result.
Continue finishing with water treatment.

OPERATIONAL TIPS FOR WATER TREATMENT AND FINISHING OF LINEN YARNS

Indicative example of water treatment on "Lavenda" machines of 4/5 kg and about 125 liters of water.
● It is advisable to pre-wash with water at about 30°C, using 3 grams of neutral soap for each liter of water, for a duration of about 2 minutes.
● Drain the tank and start again with water at a temperature of 30°C, adding 3 grams of soap for each liter of water, treating for a duration of 2 to 4 minutes depending on the type of color, stitch point and desired result.
At the end of the treatment, rinse the nets in water at 30°C.
Do not centrifuge well and dry the nets immediately to avoid
crease formation.
Dry at a temperature of 75°C for 15-20 minutes, then continue for 3-5 minutes by stopping the hot air flow. It is advisable to remove the nets from the dryer slightly damp to avoid the formation of creases that are difficult to remove with an iron.

Remember that these instructions are only indicative.
If the operation is performed on another type of machine, it is necessary to consider the possibility of a different mechanical action, therefore, in this case, our suggestions may require some variations.
We recommend always carrying out tests to evaluate the result of each color at the various processing points.

From the second wash, I recommend hand washing as for cashmere.

WASHING TIPS FOR CONSUMERS

Washing a linen garment should be entrusted to a trusted laundry for dry cleaning, or it can also be done in water, by hand or in a machine.

Place the garment in lukewarm water with a mild detergent or hair shampoo (use very little), adding a little white vinegar in case of scratches or vivid colors.
Leave it to soak for a short period, a maximum of ten to fifteen minutes.
Do not rub it and handle it gently.
● Rinse it several times patiently and with plenty of water, always lukewarm, until the water is perfectly clear.
Do not wring it but remove the water by gently pressing.
● Avoid any chlorine bleaching; if bleaching is necessary, a few drops of white vinegar or hydrogen peroxide will be fine.
Wrap the garment in a terry cloth to remove excess water.
To avoid the formation of often irreversible creases, do not leave the garment, wet or damp, in an un-flat position for long periods of time. Lay it flat on a flat surface, taking care to avoid direct exposure to the sun.
Allow to dry at room temperature, never near heat sources.
Dry cleaning is particularly recommended if the garment is striped, brightly dyed, or stained.

Ironing should be done with a warm iron, taking care to dampen the garment beforehand by placing it between two damp cloths. A steam iron can cause damage; it is also advisable to iron linen garments inside out.