I’m a clothing expert – the exact temperature to wash knitwear at to stop it shrinking & the five steps you must follow
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WARM, cosy knitwear has become a staple in our wardrobes over the last few months as winter brings darker and colder nights. And since the country has been warned to brace for freezing temperatures and heavy snow this week amid a polar plunge, we'll be relying on it more than ever.
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Which means it's time to make sure that the thick coats, winter boots and cosy jumpers are all in good condition. If we want that extra layer of warmth, it's the knitwear that comes out on top during the winter. From chunky knits to fine gauge knits, it can suit all styles and occasions and provide versatility.
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It's all too easy for our trusty knitwear to become damaged when it's constantly put in the washing machine - the soft texture can easily become bobbled or even shrink. Luckily, experts have shared their top tips for making sure this doesn't happen. Professionals at leading appliance brand, Hisense, have revealed the exact temperature we should be washing our knitwear to stop it from shrinking.
And they've even shared their key five-step process that helps avoid ruining our delicate jumpers throughout the winter period. Chloe Blanchfield, Product Manager at Hisense said the first step is knowing each programme, function, and feature of your appliance.
Doing so means you can easily use the right setting to wash your beloved knitwear. And she revealed that the best temperature we should be washing it at is 30 degrees. Chloe said: "If opting to use your washing machine, it is important to fully understand each programme, feature, and function to ensure you’re getting the best out of your appliance – and using the correct setting for washing knitwear and jumpers.
