With the arrival of winter, it is time to bring out the warmest clothes in our closet. Whether they are relatively new or from previous seasons, it is important to know how to care for them, to keep them impeccable and prolong their useful life. Philips y Blue Sheep They propose some practical and simple ideas.

Secrets for long-lasting wool

Wool, present in sweaters, vests, coats, ponchos and accessories, is an ideal fiber for cold days due to its warmth and softness. However, with prolonged use, it may cause pilling to appear on its surface.

"Many believe that a wool product that is made into balls is of poor quality, but from my point of view it is quite the opposite. Wool is a short, animal fiber that is extracted, cut, joined with another fiber, twisted to generate a continuous yarn and woven. Once the garment is used, balls usually appear on the sides and other areas because rubbing causes the fibers that are twisted and joined to rise and generate friction", says Catalina Chavanne, designer and founder of the Blue Sheep clothing brand.

In that sense, a sacapelusas It can leave clothes like new without damaging the fibers. Designed to remove lint and balls quickly and easily, this product includes an easy-to-remove and empty container. “I have tried several models, but the Philips lint remover is the one that has best solved my problem. By simply passing it gently over the surface of the garment, it allows you to remove pills in a matter of seconds without effort. In addition, it can be used in a variety of fabrics and garments, from sweaters and coats to blankets,” Chavanne expressed.

On the other hand, regarding washing this type of garment, Chavanne recommends doing it by hand, using cold water and special liquid soaps for delicate garments. It is essential to soak them and let them rest for 5 to 7 minutes. At the end of this process, he suggests draining the water by pressing gently with your fingers and then rolling them in a clean, dry towel to remove moisture. After 1 or 2 hours, suggest removing them from the towel and placing them on a flat surface to dry.

Garments without wrinkles or bad odors

During the winter season, we use other types of garments that require special care such as cloth or corduroy coats and shirts or blouses made of more delicate fabrics, such as cotton or silk. Los vaporizers They are essential allies when it comes to keeping all these textiles wrinkle-free, because they eliminate them quickly and easily, without the risk of burns.

Both the standing and portable steamers work based on a water tank, are ready to use in a few seconds and can be applied to all types of garments, from jackets, sweaters, blazers and shirts, to home textile products such as sheets, curtains and more. "Steam, in addition to eliminating wrinkles, helps to refresh the fabric, removing bad odors, such as the musty smell that permeates when a garment is poorly dried or stored for a long time. Another interesting fact is that it eliminates 99% of bacteria, which makes it ideal for use on children's clothing," said Chavanne.