Care guide
Paying a bit of extra attention to how you care for your garments will help make your uniform last longer and look better.
Tips:
Hot iron:
Avoid using a hot iron as it can permanently burn fabrics, particularly synthetic fabrics like Polyester. Make sure your iron is on the correct setting before ironing.
Bleaching:
Avoid bleach and detergents with activated enzymes. They can cause discolouring and cause the fabric to deteriorate over time.
Tumble drying:
We do not recommend using tumble dryers. The heat from tumble drying can make fabrics shrink and warp. This is especially important for synthetic fabrics like polyester.
Add vinegar:
Add a good splash of plain white vinegar to every wash. It will make colours look brighter and remove unpleasant odours. It also helps keep your washing machine free of limescale.
Knitwear:
When drying knitwear it’s best to lay the garment flat on a towel in the shade. Hanging wet knitwear on a line or a hanger can make the garment stretch.
Stains:
Attend to stains immediately before they dry out. Stain removers can be effective, but always test it first on a hidden part of the garment.