Weezie
Few things feel quite as luxurious asslipping on a bathrobe.
It all starts with getting on aregular washing schedule.
Washing your robe is important from both a hygiene standpoint, as well as for prolonging its lifespan.
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Here the towel expert shares her expertise on how to keep your robe in top shape.
The best case is to go ahead and throw your robe into the wash when you wash your towels.
From there, use these guidelines for washing the most common robe types.
Cotton Robe
A cotton robe can typically be washed in the washing machine on a normal cycle.
Machine dry on low heat for best results.
Silk Robe
Its best to hand wash a silk robe in cold water with a mild detergent.
Because of their delicate nature, silk items should be laid flat to dry.
Wash in cool water on the gentle cycle and air dry.
But there are also a few less obvious signs that your robe needs a little TLC.
In general, though, these instructions can be used as a general guide for washing your robe.
Hand Wash
Delicate fabrics like silk should be hand-washed in cool water.
Swish the robe around in the solution then let it sit for 5 minutes.
Vary Your Drying Method
Drying methods should vary based on your robes material key in.
Cotton robes can be dried on low heat.
Remove from the dryer promptly once the robe is dry.
For materials like silk and fleece, its best to air dry.
Beyond the basics, its best to consult your robes care label for more best practices.
99% of the robes that I own are terry cloth (I’m a bit biased!
Using a mesh garment bag can help avoid snags.
Stubborn stains should be pre-treated before washing your robe.
Use a stain-fighting solution that is suited for your fabric jot down before washing.
It is not necessary to wash your robe after every use.
