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 differences.
2. 2Rinsing to remove sizing and dirt: 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 silk-like smoothness and luster, and improve anti-felting stability.
4. 4Dewatering and setting: low-speed dewatering, strictly no wringing and violent friction, pre-set the shape while wet, prevent mercerized wool from producing glazing or deformation due to friction.
5. 5Drying/tumble drying: low-temperature drying or lay flat in the shade to 80% dry; avoid high-temperature sun exposure, prevent wool from yellowing, strength loss and luster dulling.
6. 6Panel ironing: steam iron each garment panel once before sewing, medium temperature, with a cloth, eliminate wrinkles and stabilize dimensions.
7. 7Garment ironing: after sewing, steam iron the whole garment once on a mannequin to set the shape; control steam and pressing time, prevent glazing and press marks from long pressing.
8. 8Re-ironing and finishing: iron easily wrinkled parts 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 ironing effect, bag after passing, store with moisture and insect protection.