Bedding care instructions from Between The Sheets

Care Instructions for our Bedding

Silk Satin Velvet Fleece PVC Leather Latex

Silk care instructions
Pure silk is available as bed sheets in several different weaves and finishes. Our 100% pure SATIN silk has that glossy Hollywood look you have seen in the movies. It is cool in summer – absorbing your body moisture as you sleep, and it has insulating properties to keep you warm in winter.

Silk is the most luxurious fibre in the world. The weaving of the fabric may contain minor irregularities, these are characteristic of fine silk yarn which gives the fabric its beauty, lustre and texture and should be not be treated as defects

We make our pure silk duvet covers, fitted sheets and pillow cases ‘oversized’ by approx 3% to allow the silk fibres to shrink slightly during its first 1/2 washes. This also closes the fibres together giving the silk strength. Please remember that silk is a most delicate fabric and must be treated with loving care to preserve its fine texture and softness. To find more information on the History and qualities of Silk Click Here.

1.	We recommend either hand washing or dry cleaning the silk bedding for the first 2/3 times will preserve the gloss of the satin and will also soften the silk fibres. There will be some colour loss especially the darker tones, buy this will lessen over the initial launderings.

2.	We recommend hand washing at 30ºC. Our silk can be machined washed at 30ºC. TAKE CARE THAT YOUR MACHINE HAS A 30ºC DELICATES CYCLE and use a good Silk washing agent (many are available in good supermarkets). Never use detergents as these will make the silk fibres brittle. Fabric conditioner may be used in the final rinse. Top Tip Add a drop of vinegar to the final rinse to aid removal of any washing agent and to give a super shine to the fabric.

3.	Most modern washing machines have a ‘Delicate’ cycle at 30ºC, ensure that this includes a reduced spin cycle . Do not bleach, scrub or wring the sheets.

4.	Shake off excess water from the sheets and air dry. We do not recommend tumble drying as this tends to heat and crease the fibres, again making the fibres brittle so shortening the life of the silk sheets.

5.	Do not dry in sunlight or near radiators. Sunlight will fade silk, especially deeper shades.

6.	Silk should not be allowed to get too soiled before cleaning, keep the sheets fresh and in good condition with regular cleaning.
7.	Satin Silk may also be dry cleaned.

8.	When still damp cool iron on reverse with gentle steam, if required.
9.	Use a good mattress protector or soft blanket under the fitted sheet.
10.	Be aware that rough skin on heels , broken and chipped toe nails and even strong hairs on legs can cause excessive wear and pull threads on Silk Sheets.
11.	Top Tip – To remove protein based stains e.g. Blood use a light sprinkling of Baking Powder and moisten stain and it will come away.

TIP for ironing fitted sheets
Have a good mattress protector on your mattress and when you come to iron the fitted sheet, put the fitted sheet inside out on top of the mattress protector and iron the sheet in situ. That way you will get a good finish at the corners and down the sides of the sheet. When done, turn the sheet over to the right side.

You will have many years of delight in your silk sheets if you follow the instructions above.

Satin care instructions

1.	Each item has a wash care label stitched inside in an obvious place.

2.	Hand or machine wash at 40ºC normally, for heavy staining an occasional 60°C wash is fine using a good washing agent. Use fabric conditioner in the final rinse cycle. Spin but do not wring.

3.	Do not rub or use bleach. Sheets may be dry-cleaned.

4.	Line, tumble or air dry.

5.	Cool iron on reverse if necessary.

6.	Wash frequently for freshness and do not let sheets become too soiled.

Tips for long-term care.

Polyester satin is a man made fabric, chosen for its softness and wonderful drape. Use a good mattress protector or soft blanket beneath the bottom sheet. Do not let heels become rough or nails to become scratchy as this will pull threads. Only wear soft fabrics in bed, avoid braid and zips. If fabric starts to pill (bobble), remove bobbles with a battery operated de-fuzzer. (Available from Littlewoods Extra - stores Nationwide). Follow the above instructions and your sheets will give you years of memorable nights.

Care of Fleece Sheets

Super soft Micro Fleece is based on the same Hi-tech fabrics originally made for clothing. We’ve developed it, making it softer, lighter and created a unique range of feather soft bedding which takes the sleeping and snuggling experience to new levels. Fleece sheets , covers and Pillow Cases will not shrink nor fade during washing.

It is recommended that you wash these sheets before initial use to bring up the pile of the fabric. Machine wash at 40ºC with your usual washing agent. DO NOT wash or dry at temperatures exceeding 40ºC.

Please note that most domestic tumble driers are not large enough to tumble the fleece without scorching. The fleece takes so little time to dry we recommend line drying.

The pile of the fleece has been treated during manufacture for anti-pilling. You may experience small clumps of fibre during initial use. This is normal and can be removed by regular washing.

Care of Velvet Bedding

1.	Each item has a wash care label stitched inside in an obvious place.

2.	Hand or machine wash at 40ºC using a good washing agent. Use fabric conditioner in the final rinse cycle. Spin but do not wring.

3.	Do not rub or use bleach. Sheets may be dry-cleaned.

4.	Line, tumble or air dry.

5.	Cool iron on reverse if necessary.

6.	Wash frequently for freshness and do not let sheets become too soiled.

Care of High Gloss PVC bedding

PVC High Gloss is made from Polyurethane bonded to Polyester Jersey. It is a very durable fabric that is easily cared for. It may be used with all lubricants and massage oils.

Machine Wash at 40ºC with a non-biological liquid/powder. Do not spin or wring.

Hang to dry or air tumble on a No Heat setting.

PVC High Gloss can be pressed on the jersey side. When pressing duvet covers or pillow cases be sure to put a smooth piece of fabric between the two PVC faces otherwise the heat will fuse them together.

Make sure that the bedding is completely dry before storing.

If the shiny surface has become dulled after washing spray lightly with a standard furniture polish and clean off with a soft cloth. This will restore the High Gloss finish

Care of Leather sheets

Leather is almost indestructible and will provide long service if cared for.

Comfortable, soft and appealing to touch, it mellows with age.

Both warm in winter and cool in summer, the fibre structure in leather allows both ventilation and evaporation.

Cleaning and general care of leather

Do not allow leather to become too soiled before cleaning.

To keep leather supple and clean we suggest gentle sponging especially along the seam lines, with a wet soft cloth and a mild non-detergent soap. Lightly rinse off and pat dry. A little fabric conditioner in the final rinse will help keep the leather supple.

Dry completely, (not in direct sunlight, on or near a radiator) whilst gently reshaping by pulling into shape by hand. There may be a little shrinkage but this will be compensated for by the natural stretch the sheets have undergone with wear.

If the leather is not allowed to dry completely mildew may occur.

Alternatively use a commercial product such as NIKWAX cleaning gel by applying directly to the sheet and gently cleaning the area, finally rinse off with water and pat dry. Allow to dry completely as above.

Never scrub or wring leather. Leather can be pressed with an iron if wrinkled. Set iron to no more than nylon/rayon and use a smooth pressing cloth under the iron and to the right side of the leather in order to prevent ‘shining’.

Conditioning Leather

To keep leather in a soft and supple way we suggest you condition the leather sheets every few months with a leather conditioner, which lubricates the leather fibres and stops the leather becoming dry and stiff. There are many brands available but we would recommend NIKWAX leather conditioner.

For people who perspire a lot while sleeping (which will result in white marks caused by the salt in the sweat) we would urge the use of a conditioner before the first sleep.

A leather conditioner will help to keep the natural satin lustre of leather, will help to repel water, spotting and drying out. Should there be any colour loss- use a coloured leather conditioner.

Dry Cleaning Leather

For a thorough clean and to keep leather in peak condition it may become necessary to have the sheets cleaned by a specialist dry cleaning agent who will accept responsibility for their own decision as to which method of cleaning will give the best

results. There are 3 methods of dry cleaning leather –

1. Perchlorethylene
2. Hydrocarbon

3. Aqueous (Water Based)

There is not one method which is best; it is down to the expertise of the cleaner to be able to select the most appropriate method in relation to cleaning.

Care of Latex sheets

Our products are made from the finest quality Latex Sheeting. Latex is a natural product please follow the instructions below to keep the sheets in good condition .Do not allow latex to come into contact with any mineral oils. Use only water-based lubricants.

Washing/Cleaning

In normal use wipe over the sheets whilst on the bed using a soap based cleaner in warm water.

For thorough cleaning follow the instructions below.

.1	In normal use wipe over the sheets whilst on the bed using a soap based cleaner in warm water. For thorough cleaning follow the instructions below.
1.	Hand Wash in warm water with a soap based cleaner e.g. Fairy Liquid DO NOT USE DETERGENTS

2.	Dry Flat. Dust lightly with talcum powder which gives a dull finish. To achieve a more shiny finish, use Anti - Static furniture polish - we only recommend:
		Ecover all purpose cleaner , made by Squirteco , in all good supermarkets. Micro PVC/Latex dressing Tel 0208 876 7775
	Polish gently with a soft cloth. This gives a good shine. We do not recommend the use of Silicon Spray polish as this leaves the sheets with a sticky finish.

3.	Do not tumble dry, bleach, iron or dry clean.

General care : Recommendations

1.	Latex rubber can discolour and eventually perish if exposed to heat, sunlight, and light with a high U V content. We recommend a light dusting with talcum powder before storage in a dark place
2.	Do not leave latex on or near radiators, do not keep in damp or moist conditions.
3.	Keep sharp objects away from latex.
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