How to wash shirts at the correct temperature
It is best to wash your shirts at 30°C to 40°C. Depending on the material, stained white shirts can also be washed at 60°C. However, double-check the care label before washing your clothes.
Wash programs for shirts
To wash shirts gently, we recommend using the easy-care programme or the delicate cycle. Some washing machines also have a special shirts programme. Reduce the spin speed to stop your shirts from becoming creased. If you would like to hang your shirts up to dry outside, then choose 400 to 600 rpm. If you would like to dry your shirts indoors, you should choose 600 to 800 rpm.
Helpful tip: shirts made of delicate fabrics such as viscose or silk should not be spun. Before washing these types of shirts, we advise you to check the care label.
Washing shirts: using the correct laundry detergent
White shirts should be washed with a heavy-duty laundry detergent that contains bleach.
For coloured shirts you can use a colour laundry detergent.
Alternatively, you can also use a mild laundry detergent.
Should you wash shirts with fabric softener?
You don’t need to use fabric softener when washing shirts. This can eventually cause the fabric to lose its resilience.
How to dry shirts
Hang up your shirts once they have been washed so that they do not become creased or start to smell damp.
The best way to dry shirts is to hang them up on a hanger.
Fasten all the buttons or at least the top button. Fold up the collar and open the cuffs.
Go along the seams and gently pull the sleeves and shirt down around the torso to smoothen out any creases.
Do not leave your coloured and dark shirts to dry in the sun, as it can fade the colour.
Shirts made of durable fabrics can also be tumble dried. However, always check the care label.
