subject: Taking Care of the Delicate Fur ClothES [print this page] Fur clothing is made of the fur of animalsFur clothing is made of the fur of animals. Fur is thought to be one of the oldest forms of clothing. Some people may think fur items are luxurious and delicate while others reject them due to animal welfare and ethical concerns. In the famous film, 101 Dalmatians, the crazy woman who is fond of fur clothes gets what she deserves. Yet fur items gain great popularity in recent years. There are so many occasions fur gets on the stage in world-known fashion show. As fur clothes are luxurious and delicate to care for, here are some tips for washing and storage of the fur clothes. I hope you will find them most helpful.
When cleaning fur clothes, you are better off following the manufacturer's instructions. You should first check the label and get a better understanding about your clothes. You can also leave your fur clothes to the professionals if you want to keep your fur clothes in good term and in good condition. However, most fur clothes are hand washable and you can do the washing by yourself. Usually, you can just clean them by brushing and shaking to fluff up and then lay flat dry. If you are caught in a heavy shower and your dear fur clothes have gotten wet, you should calm down. You can blot the excess water with a clean white cotton towel. After that, you can hang the coat in a warm, dry place with wooden hangers. The wooden hangers can keep your coat in good shape. Remember, you should keep it away from direct heat or sunlight as it will cause discoloration. You can not store a damp fur garment like this, as it will invite mold and mildew. Instead of leaving it dry naturally, you can also use a dryer. Yet make sure to turn it to the right heat, as the high heat would likely alter the fur's size and shape.
Since you have washed your fur clothes, it is time to store your coats. When storing a fur garment, you are better off using a plastic hangers, as it would help to keep its shape. Then put it in a pure cotton bag and make it secure. Hang it in a cool, dark position to avoid the heavy sunlight. Be aware, you should avoid storing a fur coat in a plastic bag or other non-breathable bag as it would invite mildew and make your coat shrink. At least every three months, you should take out your stored fur garments to protect them from mildew. Especially during the summer months, you can take them out and let them take a sun bath.
Since fur clothes are luxurious and delicate, you should take some steps to protect your investment. Above we have talked about the tips of washing and storage of the fur and I hope they will be of great help.
