SAREE STORAGE | WASH | DRY CARE

STORE SMART YOUR LOVELY SAREE

• The saree should be stored in a cool, dry place - moisture is its enemy!
• Wrap it in muslin/cotton cloth ( we provide Pattuchela© muslin bag with our orders), and ensure no friction with other fabrics.
• Silica gel packets can be added to the bag to absorb extra moisture so that there is no fungal growth on the sarees.
• Silk sarees are best maintained if kept in a hanging position using a cloth/wooden/plastic hanger - no metal hangers.
• Unfold your silk sarees, air it and change the folding preferably every month.

 

WASH AND DRY CARE AT HOME

• Wash and rinse gently in plain cold water for the first three washes.
• Wash the body, pallu and border separately.
• For the subsequent washes, use a mild detergent and avoid using harsh chemicals.
• Use a mild protein shampoo and rinse with warm/cold water. Use soap nut for washing silk sarees to preserve the softness and shine of silks.
• Do not brush, beat and twist the saree; it might lead to tearing the zari.
• Don’t keep it wet for longer durations.
• Avoid drying it in direct sunlight. First towel-dry the saree to remove the excess moisture, then spread the saree open and let dry.

 

IRON WITH CARE

• While pressing, keep the iron in low/medium heat only.
• If the wrinkles don’t get straightened out, then cover the saree with a fine muslin cloth and iron in high heat.
• Press the saree in damp state with a warm iron, or use a steam iron(preferably for best results).

 

REMOVING STAINS

• Act on stains immediately and wash the stained area separately in cold/hot water.
• Nail polish Stains, lipstick stains, Greasy Stains, Food Stains, Protein Stains should be removed by using mild detergents and wash in hot water.
• Stained silk must be dry-cleaned as soon as possible.

 

DRY WASH RECOMMENDED ALWAYS.

 

Saree is not just a garment. It’s a power, an identity, a language! Drape on!