Laundry Guide: Washing and Care by Fabric Type

How to proceed

If you are new to this, first read the sorting, detergent and programme rules in how to wash laundry; then move on to the guide for the item you are washing. The detergent amount always follows the table on the product label, while temperature and programme follow the fabric's care label. Bleach is used only on white cottons and linens whose label allows it, and never mixed with other products.

Read these first

How to Wash Laundry?How to wash laundry? Separating whites and colours, reading the care label, choosing a detergent and tips to prevent fading and greying.
How to Wash CurtainsHow to wash curtains: washing net curtains and drapes in the machine and by hand, which detergent and fabric softener, what temperature, how to whiten yellowed net curtains and the mistakes that damage curtains.
How to Wash a Winter JacketHow to wash a winter jacket: machine and hand washing, puffer (down) and padded jackets, fabric softener on water-repellent jackets, dirty collars and cuffs, drying, and what to watch for with wool, leather and suede coats.
How to Hand Wash ClothesHow to hand wash clothes: reading the care label, hand washing step by step, tips by fabric type, hand-wash versus machine detergent, and drying.

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Frequently asked questions

Which temperature and programme should I choose?

The fabric's care label determines the temperature and programme; do not exceed the value on the label. For choosing by fabric type, see what temperature to wash clothes.

Why does laundry come out dirty, stained or smelly?

The causes are usually an overloaded machine, the wrong amount of detergent, an unsuitable programme and a machine that has not been maintained. Depending on the problem, see washing machine not cleaning, why do clothes come out stained and why does laundry smell.