How to Wash Different Types of Fabrics

If you have ever shrunk a wool sweater or wound up with a wrinkly, shrunken cotton shirt, this article is for you.

With all of the different types of fabrics that exist, it’s hard to know how to clean each one. Some fabrics require very little care, while others are so delicate, that one mistake can ruin it.

The answer is simple - knowing how to care for the most common fabrics can help you keep your wardrobe intact. Print and keep this list by your washer so next time you’ll remember how to care for all of your clothes.