Winter is over and, despite the weather instability and temperature swings, many have already abandoned their winter wardrobe, putting on light and bright clothes. Due to this there was a need to prepare and store in the far corners of the cabinet clothes for cold days. We will find out how to do this correctly and compactly in the article.
Why do you need to prepare winter clothes for storage?
Fabric experts unanimously say that taking care of your clothes responsibly will extend their life for several seasons to come. It’s one thing when we just put sweaters and fur coats in the closet, folding them carelessly and not washing them in advance. Such clothes will look untidy and it will be extremely difficult to bring them into marketable condition later. It is much more convenient and correct to clean or wash things and then hang them on hangers.
Basic storage rules
Exists several main principleswhich we recommend following:
- Items must be clean and ironed.
- The optimal storage temperature for fur coats is 6–8 degrees with a maximum humidity of 50%. In this case, the distance between two fur products on the bar is at least 20 cm.
- Smart packaging. Place fur coats and other clothing in linen or cotton bags. Be sure to place a bag of moth repellent inside.
- Don't fold. Outerwear is stored exclusively on hangers. Otherwise, strong creases will appear that are very difficult to smooth out.
- Special hanger. It should be a strong and comfortable rod with wide edges.
You can sew a cover yourself. To do this, take an old sheet and make a stitch on three sides. The hook of the hanger is threaded through the hole at the top and placed in the closet.
Fur storage rules
Before hanging it in the far corner of your wardrobe, be sure to clean and dry your fur coat. This applies to both natural and faux fur. Reliable manufacturers complete their products with napkins to remove dirt - if the stains are local and occupy a small area, use them.
If your fur coat is very dirty, you will have to take it to the dry cleaner.
Next, we hang it on the balcony to dry thoroughly. Exposure to direct sunlight is extremely undesirable. You also need to do this with natural ventilation from the street.
The fur coat is then placed on a hanger of a suitable size, wrapped in foam rubber and fabric. Pack in a textile bag, not forgetting to put a couple of anti-moth sachets inside. With the arrival of cold weather, outerwear will delight you with shine and cleanliness.
Hats and accessories made of natural fur are sent for storage only after dry cleaning. Over the winter, a lot of dirt, sweat, and makeup residues accumulate on the lining—they need to be cleaned out.
Leather items
This material does not require lengthy preparation. In some cases, it is treated with a special softening spray. Otherwise the rules are similar to fur - placed on a hanger, packed in a textile case and supplemented with anti-moth products.
Knitted products
Wool always requires pre-washing. Before storing your winter wardrobe, be sure to wash all blouses and suits. Then they needs to be dried thoroughly, it is advisable to do this outdoors.
Next, they are hung on appropriately sized hangers and packaged in textile covers. You can place several sets in them at once. Blouses and sweaters are best stored folded in plastic or textile containers.
Don't forget sachets with aromatic herbs against moths or treat your clothes with insect repellent spray in advance.
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Winter jackets and down jackets
Products made from synthetic fabrics can be stored on hangers or folded. It is better to wash or dry clean it first. The main thing is to dry it properly, avoiding placing damp things in the closet..
Some models are even stored in vacuum bags, pumping out the air from them. This way they will take up much less space. However, before the onset of the season, outerwear needs to be taken out and hung on a hanger so that it straightens.
It is recommended to have a separate container for scarves, gloves, knitted hats and other winter accessories. Spray leather items with softening spray. Before storing, wash all items and dry them on the balcony.
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