Should you wash your bed and bath linen before using it?
Should you wash your bed and bath linen before using it?
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Yes, we recommend washing your home textiles before using them for the first time. This applies to all textile products – bed linen, bath linen and clothing – including items made from GOTS-certified organic cotton.
At Kalani-home, all our cotton textiles are made from GOTS-certified organic cotton. The dyes we use also meet the strict requirements of this standard and are selected with safety in mind. So why should you wash new linen before using it? Here is everything you need to know.
Why wash new linen before using it for the first time?
The answer comes down to one word: hygiene.
Making a textile involves several stages of production. At Kalani, our products are assembled using sewing machines and overlock machines.
During the manufacturing process, overlock machines trim excess fabric around the hems to create neat, strong finishes. This process can produce a fine dust of cotton fibres, almost invisible to the naked eye, which may remain on the textile after production.
The first wash helps remove any potential residues from the manufacturing process before your linen comes into contact with your skin. This is why we recommend always washing new linen before using it for the first time, just as you would with a new item of clothing.
How should you wash new linen?
There is no need for a special washing routine: simply follow the care instructions on the label. A few simple tips can help you get the best results:
- Choose the recommended washing temperature indicated on the care label.
- Use your usual laundry detergent, preferably without using too much.
- Avoid overloading the washing machine so that water and detergent can circulate properly.
- Dry your linen according to the care instructions.
Should you wash all new textiles, even GOTS-certified organic cotton?
Yes. As a precaution, we recommend this habit for all textiles intended to come into contact with your skin: sheets, duvet covers, pillowcases, bath towels, bathrobes, clothing and more.
Even when a product is clean when it leaves the factory and meets high quality standards, such as GOTS certification, washing it before the first use remains a good hygiene practice.
In summary
Always wash your linen before using it for the first time. This also applies to linen made from GOTS-certified organic cotton.
At Kalani, we pay particular attention to the quality and safety of our materials and manufacturing processes. Our cotton textiles are GOTS-certified and our dyes meet the requirements of the standard. The first wash simply helps remove any fine cotton fibre dust generated during manufacturing and prepares your linen for everyday use.
A simple step to enjoy your Kalani linen in the best possible conditions, from your very first night’s sleep or your first bath.
FAQ
Yes, we recommend washing your home textiles before using them for the first time, including textiles made from GOTS-certified organic cotton. This helps remove any potential residues from the manufacturing process.
A standard wash cycle is all you need. Follow the temperature indicated on the care label, use your usual laundry detergent without over-dosing, avoid overloading the washing machine and dry your linen according to the care instructions.
Yes, we recommend washing all textiles intended to come into contact with your skin, such as sheets, duvet covers, towels and clothing, even when they meet high quality standards such as GOTS certification.