How to wash faux fur at home

Faux fur washed independently at home. This is one of its merits. It is impossible to give universal recommendations for cleaning, because the synthetic fiber from which the fur is made, has a different length and structure. The composition of the fibers is also different, and the use of the same product for different types of fur is unacceptable.

Pretreatment of fur before washing

Before proceeding directly to washing the fur product, it is necessary to remove local dirt, dried out and difficult to remove stains.

Types of pollution:

1. Yellow spots on white fur. The disadvantage of light-colored furs is its tendency to become covered with yellow bloom and lose its whiteness. If local spots are visible, which clearly stand out against the general background,then before washing the artificial fur should be wiped with a cotton pad with a solution of hydrogen peroxide in the ratio of 1 tablespoon of liquid peroxide per liter of water. Try to walk only on the surface itself so that the solution does not go deep inside.
2. Strong pollution of unknown origin. This may be a dried chewing gum, stains from oil perfume. Purified gasoline (sold in household goods) and starch make gruel. Ingredients need quite a bit, a spoon of one, a spoon of the second. The mass is applied to the pollution, a little rubbed, and the fur is left to dry. It is better to do it on the balcony so that the smell of gasoline does not confuse anyone. Then the fur is shaken off, and the gruel is knocked out of the fur.
3. Coarse fur on the cuffs. The fur on the folds (cuffs, collars) wears out quickly, wipes and becomes dense and tough. The situation will correct the 2-phase treatment with salt solution and oil emulsion. At the 1st stage, dissolve 2 tablespoons of salt in a liter of water. Apply the solution to the coarsened fur and rub it with your hands, moving in different directions. The procedure is repeated several times, after which the fur is wiped with an oil solution (100 grams of castor oil + 20 drops of ammonia and a liter of water).The place of application is covered with food film for 2-3 hours, after which it is removed, and the fur is combed with a comb.
4. The fur fell under the rain, was not well dried, and the pile lost its shape, began to curl and faded. In this case, the treatment of fur with the help of alcohol-free hair products with keratin will help. After the fur has been washed, it is dried, hair is applied and combed with a comb. The fur will find smoothness and shine.

How to wash fur in a washing machine

It is possible to wash the fur in the washing machine if it has a thick and short pile. If the pile is long, mechanical washing will hopelessly ruin it. In addition, fur products can not be dried in a centrifuge, otherwise it will be remembered and derailed.

Top-loading washing machines are better suited for washing furs. Pour water in half, pour in liquid detergent for silk and delicate fabrics. After 20 minutes, turn on the rinse mode. When the machine stops working, take out the fur. Do not unscrew it, let the water drain itself. Spread the fur on the ironing board. Better to put it on the balcony and turn the product until it is completely dry.When it diminishes in weight, you can hang it over a hanger on a clothesline.

If you erase in a car with front loading (round window), then it is not necessary to pre-soak. Select the “delicate soak” mode and wait for 20 minutes, no more. Then dry the fur.

How to wash the fur manually

Fur products are preferably washed by hand. To do this, fill the bath with warm (not hot) water and dissolve the liquid detergent. Even baby soap will do. The main thing is that it carefully treats delicate fabrics, because the pile has a porous fragile structure.

Shake hands with a little fur, but not too active. Leave for 15-20 minutes. If you leave for half an hour or more, the fur will start up color. Be careful!

Remove the fur from the soapy water. Drain the water and pour clean cool water. Rinse the fur. Make 2-3 visits.

After rinsing, wrap the product in a terry towel and squeeze through it. Spread the fur in the bathroom on stools or lattice to water the glass from it. Only after that take out the fur to dry on the balcony. You can brush it with a brush. To make the fur shine, treat the surface with means to add shine to the hair.

What detergents wash artificial fur

Wash the artificial fur in a liquid product. It has a delicate effect on the fabric, enveloping the fiber, and can be used for silk or wool. Here are some good products for washing fur:

1. VESTAR Gel for washing. Carefully deletes pollution, does not wash away paint from fur.
2. Liquid detergent FLAT. Preserves fiber structure, does not wash out color.
3. Gel for washing Alles Gut. Does not contain phosphates, does not spoil the fur.
4. Gel for washing Dreft Delicates & Color. Keeps the shape and structure of fur, protects color from leaching.
5. Washing Capsules Ariel Active Gel Capsules. Delicate wash and excellent results.
6. Gel for washing Frosch. Makes fur soft and shiny.
7. Gel for washing Sodasan Cool. It has an organic origin, contains natural ingredients that care for the pile, like hair.
8. Gel for washing Astonish. Does not contain chlorine and phosphates. The composition resembles shampoo. The active components of the tool previously used in cosmetology. Revive even the most "dead" fur.
9. Liquid gel Onyx Color. It has antistatic effect. Keeps the shape of the product. It protects the fiber structure and makes the color brighter.

Follow the rules when washing fur products.Do not forget that the fur can not be soaked for more than 25 minutes. Use liquid detergents. Do not unscrew the fur and do not hang it on the rope immediately after washing.

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