We offer smart products and clothing care tips for a sustainable future for your clothes.

Welcome to Care for Clothes - your guide to taking care of your clothes and being inspired by sustainability! By setting aside some time for clothing care, you can actually make a difference. It's smart, fun, and sustainable. The most durable textile is the one that is cared for correctly, mended when necessary, and used for a long time. Did you know that by doubling the lifespan of a garment, you reduce its climate impact by around 50%? Let us share our tips and advice for sustainable textile care.

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Fast Stain Removal

Since every wash wears clothes and textiles, it is very important not to wash unnecessarily. We at Care for Clothes have developed smart, gentle products that remove stains on textiles quickly and easily without washing or water. You can use Fläck and Vinbort on clothes, furniture, carpets, in the car, boat or caravan, yes on all types of textiles, even on sensitive materials such as silk, wool and cashmere.

It is always important to try to remove stains immediately. If you have washed a garment and there are stains left after washing, those stains can be difficult to remove. It is important to remove and treat stains before washing your clothes and textiles.

STAIN REMOVER for grease, make-up and food stains
DO THIS:
1. Gently remove excess on the stain
2. Shake the bottle
3. Spray in a circle from the outer edge of the stain towards the center
4. Leave to work and dry until a white powder is formed
5. Brush off the powder and the stain is gone
6. Old stubborn stains may need repeated treatments

Can also be used as pre-treatment of particularly difficult stains before washing. On sensitive materials, a test in a hidden place should be done.
 
WINE BART for stains from berries, wine, tea and coffee
DO THIS:
Shake the bottle well. Spray with even pressure along the outer edge of the stain and towards the center, then leave to act until dry. If a hint of the stain remains, repeat the treatment until the stain is gone.

STAIN WIPE - on the go
Our stain wipe works on all types of stains and is a real savior in an emergency that you can always have at hand, practical and easy.



Wool & Cashmere

Wool and cashmere are delicate materials that require special care to preserve their shape and color.

It is important to remove stains on woolen garments and never put used garments in the wardrobe to avoid moth infestation. Use our stain remover spray that removes stains immediately without the need to wash, quickly and effectively.

To make sure you don't get moths, a tip is to set up moth traps, then you can see immediately if you have moths. Also put moth protection in wardrobes and drawers because it's really not fun to be attacked by moths.

  • You can wash your wool garments both in a machine or hand wash, if there is a wool program on your washing machine, use it otherwise wash by hand. Wash your garments with Care for Clothes WOOL & SILK SHAMPOO + CONDITIONER, two unique products that work together, they prevent felting, shrinkage and color bleeding.
  • Wash your wool and cashmere garments gently without wringing or scrubbing, gently squeezing out any remaining water.
  • Do you have Care for Clothes CONDITIONER in the last rinse water NOTE! should not be rinsed out.
  • Place your wool garment on a towel and roll it up gently to remove excess water, then allow to dry flat. You can tumble your wool and cashmere garments gently, but take them out of the tumbler when they are still damp and then hang them on an inflatable hanger.
  • If you need to strengthen your wool garments, use a low heat setting and place a damp cloth or cotton fabric between the strength core and the garment to avoid direct contact.
  • Store your wool and cashmere garments folded as they easily lose their shape if they hang. Lay out by following these guidelines you can extend the life of your wool and cashmere garments and preserve their softness and quality. Care and attention are key when it comes to these materials.

Silk

Silk is a naturally luxurious material with a supple texture.
It is shiny, feels cool on the skin and has a unique ability to regulate temperature. Silk is produced by silkworms.

When washing, it is important to use a mild detergent.

Use Care for Clothes special detergent and finishing agent Wool & silk shampoo & conditioner, they are two unique products that work together to preserve and build up the natural fibers of the textile.

Wash by hand or on a special program in the washing machine. Do not wash unnecessarily but air your silk garments and use our unique stain remover, Stain Remover which removes stains immediately without washing. Try it first in a hidden place.

Tank Top

  • Material: Linen is natural and is characterized by its light and airy feel.

  • Properties: Linen has excellent breathability and cooling properties. Linen gets wrinkled easily, which gives linen clothes a relaxed look.

  • Fibers: made from the flax plant.

  • Washing: Wash in cold or warm water, hang dry or use low heat in the tumble dryer.

Artificial fiber

  • Material: Artificial fiber is a synthetic material, light and with high wear resistance. In order for our fashion consumption to become more sustainable, we need to rethink and care for the garments that have already been manufactured so that they can be used for a long time, buy second hand instead of new. It may not be your first choice to buy a garment made of artificial fibres, but when you are out and about in second-hand shops, garments made of artificial fibers may appear and then it can be good to know how to take care of them.

  • Properties: Synthetic fiber is quick-drying and retains its color well. Synthetic fiber is resistant to wrinkles and shrinkage.

  • Washing: Wash in cold or warm water. Avoid really high temperature of the water, it can melt the fibers. Tumble dry on low heat.
  • Stain removal: If you get a stain on a synthetic fiber garment, you can use Care for Clothes Stain Remover spray to remove stains immediately and to avoid unnecessary washing.

Cotton

  • Materials: Cotton is a highly durable material known for its softness and comfort with an ability to cool in hot climates. Cotton is a textile fiber that comes from the plant kingdom.

  • Properties: It is durable absorbent and easy to dye. Cotton breathes well and is perfect for everyday wear.

  • Fibers: Cotton is made from fibers from the cotton plant.

  • Laundry:

Wash properly

Do not wash unnecessarily and when you do wash, it is important not to overdose on detergent. It is also important to use special detergents when washing wool, cashmere and silk. If you wash in a machine, remember to fill up the machine and do not wash at too high a temperature. Our special detergent wool & silk shampoo can be used both for machine washing and when you wash by hand.


Tip:

  1. Read washing instructions.
  2. Do not wash unnecessarily.
  3. Do not wash at too high a temperature.
  4. Sort the laundry by color and material, white laundry, colored laundry, fine laundry.
  5. Do not overdose detergent, follow the dosage instructions.
  6. Use a laundry bag when you wash delicate garments, it protects the textile.
  7. Close zippers and close buttons.

By following our washing tips, you can increase the lifespan of your clothes and save energy at the same time. Washing correctly is a simple way to take care of your clothes and reduce environmental impact.

    Dry properly

    It is just as important to dry your laundry correctly as to wash it correctly. If you follow our tips, you will extend the life of your textiles.

    • Read the washing instructions on the garment.
    • Sort the laundry, do not dry light and dark garments together.
    • Use a laundry bag for delicate garments that need extra protection.
    • Regular cleaning of your tumble dryer ensures efficient drying. Remove dust and lint from filters and ventilation ducts.
    • Adjust the heat settings on the dryer according to the types of textiles you are drying.
    • Do not tumble dry unnecessarily to avoid unnecessary wear and energy consumption.
    • Avoid overexposing your clothes in the dryer
    • Air dry as much as possible.
    • Shake the clothes before you hang them to avoid wrinkles.

      What should I avoid?

      Avoid wear and tear on your clothes through unnecessary washing, a good tip is to air your clothes often.

      Use a textile brush and brush your garments and you will get luster and life back in the textile, you will get that feeling you had when the garment was new.

      Never rub on a stain because then it only penetrates deeper into the textile fiber.

        Think sustainably

        Remember that the best way to reduce both climate and environmental impact from clothes and textiles is to make sure that your clothes and textiles can last a long time, so extending the lifespan of garments and textiles is what we should focus on. We at Care for Clothes want to inspire you to take care of your clothes the right way. Give your garments the care they deserve and experience the feeling of new without having to buy new.

        The most durable garment is the one that is nurtured and taken care of so that it can last for a long time, preferably for generations, regardless of the material it is made of.

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