Washing & Finishing Steps

1. 1Sorting and lot matching: sort by style number, color number and dye lot, wash same batch and same dye lot together, avoid color bleeding and color difference caused by mercerized wool's dye absorption variation.
2. 2Rinsing to remove sizing and soil: warm water around 30℃ + neutral (weakly acidic) detergent, gently remove loose fibers, oil stains and weaving sizing; never use strong alkali or chlorine bleach.
3. 3Anti-shrink/softening finish: mercerized wool can skip milling and go directly to softening finish; add cationic softener or mercerizing after-treatment agent to enhance silky smoothness and luster, and improve anti-felting stability.
4. 4Dewatering and setting: low-speed dewatering, strictly no wringing or vigorous friction, pre-set the shape while damp, prevent mercerized wool from producing glazing or deformation due to friction.
5. 5Drying/shade drying: low-temperature drying or lay flat to dry in the shade to 80% dry; avoid high temperature and direct sunlight, prevent wool from yellowing, strength loss and luster dulling.
6. 6Panel pressing: steam press each garment panel once before sewing, medium temperature, with pressing cloth, eliminate wrinkles and stabilize dimensions.
7. 7Garment pressing: after sewing, steam press the whole garment once on a dress form; control steam and pressing time, prevent prolonged pressing from producing glazing and press marks.
8. 8Re-pressing and finishing: press easily wrinkled areas such as neckline, placket, hem and cuffs once more, ensure flat and crisp, clean lines.
9. 9Quality inspection and packaging: inspect dimensions, color difference, pilling, snagging, stains and pressing effect, bag after passing, store with moisture and insect protection.