The maintenance of sports fabrics mainly includes the following aspects:
Choose the right detergent and washing method: Use cold water and mild detergent, avoid hot water, bleach and softener, as these chemicals can damage fabric fibers. For high-end sports equipment, it is recommended to use professional sports laundry detergent.
Correct washing method:
Soaking time: Soak the clothes in cold water for about 15-20 minutes to better wash away sweat and stains.
Washing mode: Select the "Sports" or "Delicate" mode of the washing machine, which usually features cold water washing and gentle washing. If you choose to wash by hand, you should use cold water and gentle washing programs.
Washing time: You can choose 15-30 minutes for slightly soiled clothes and 30-45 minutes for more dirty clothes.
Rinse: Select "Extra Rinse" to ensure that the detergent is completely rinsed out.
Dehydration: Choose a low speed dehydration to avoid excessive deformation of clothes.
Sunning and drying:
Natural drying: Avoid using a dryer to avoid damaging the fabric. It is best to choose a cool and ventilated place to dry, avoid direct sunlight.
Avoid wringing: After washing, wring lightly or squeeze out the water in large quantities to avoid excessive wringing and deformation of clothes.
Avoid friction and UV rays: Sports equipment should avoid long-term exposure to UV rays to prevent fabric fading and brittleness 1. At the same time, avoid using rough laundry brushes or laundry bags to prevent pilling and wear