FAQ

• How do I care for my SilkSak?
• What’s that smell?
• Where does the silk come from?

How do I care for my SilkSak?

EASY CARE WASHING GUIDELINES

• Turn your SilkSak inside out and wash gently by hand or machine
• Cool to warm temperatures are best. Do not overheat with a hot-water wash or hot iron.
• Use a mild detergent, such as a wool wash. We recommend the Ecostore wool wash. There’s no need for harsh chemicals such as strong washing powders or bleach. These contain brighteners and whiteners that can damage the silk fibre.
• Rinse well. Squeeze or gentle spin excess water. Do not wring.
• Line dry or hang inside out of direct sunlight. No tumble driers required. It doesn’t take long!
• Cool iron only (set iron to delicate or wool setting)

Allow 5% shrinkage

DO NOT

• Do not rub a stain. This causes fading
• Do not tumble dry
• Do not dry in direct sunlight, sun fades garments
• Do not use washing powders or stain remover, these can strip the colour & make the fabric ‘chalky’ to touch

TIPS & TRICKS

• To refresh your SilkSak, soak overnight in a bucket of cool to lukewarm water with a half-cup of white vinegar added. The vinegar neutralises the alkaline build up left by sweat and washing powders. Rinse and line dry or wash as normal.

What’s that smell?

The natural gum that binds the silk cocoon together is called sericin. Sericin is believed to be beneficial to the health of your skin, much like the lanolin in wool, as it contains many essential amino acids. The sericin is also responsible for the natural fragrance of silk fabrics, which will subside after several washes.

Where does the silk come from?

Please see the production information under the Philosophy part of this website