WASH, CARE & MEND
Here are some recommendations on how to extend the life of your garments and also be more mindful of the environment.
WASH AT LOW TEMPERATURE
Intense heat may cause fibers
to break in time. Also, by using
cold water you reduce CO2
USE A LAUNDRY BAG
A bit of extra care will make
your garments last longer.
REPAIR & EXTEND
Give your clothing your personal
touch instead of buying new pieces.
A small fix can prolong your
garment's life for years.
REDUCE WASH & SPOT CLEAN
More than two thirds of your
clothes carbon footprint* occurs
in your care, part of it when washing.
Air your clothes outside when you
just need to regain freshness.
It's healthier for your garments to
dry naturally. When you can, skip
the dryer. It will also reduce energy
consumption and CO2 emissions.
USE A CLOTHING BRUSH
From time to time pilling* may occur
on the surface of your clothes and that's
normal. In order to regain that smooth
look, gently brush the hairs away.
This type of detergent keeps the
waterways clean and it's more
gentle with your clothes and skin.
Traditional dry-cleaning uses large amounts of perchloroethylene* or "Perc" which is harmful
for humans and the environment. In time
it may affect your liver and kidneys.
When dry-cleaning, make sure to ask
for a non-perc cleaning method.
Because our clothes are
biodegradable, all you have to do
is put them in compost. Eventually
they will become nutrients to the soil.
*carbon footprint is a way of measuring the impact on the environment, of a product/activity/person, expressed in units of carbon dioxide produced. Simply put, the amount of CO2 that someone or something generates.
*perchloroethylene or "perc" is the main chemical used in dry cleaning. Perc is classified as a "volatile organic compound" (VOC) and is considered to pose a health risk to humans and animals when it is released in the air, water or food. A brief air
contact with Perc may cause dizziness and headaches, while a constant contact with it may lead damage to the central nervous system, liver and kidneys. It can also cause respiratory failure.
*pilling is the formation of small balls of fluff that are caused by friction upon a fabric. It is more common for knitted fabrics but woven fabrics develop it as well.