FABRIC

CARE…

Here we have compiled fabric care instructions to help you ensure a long life for your garment. As with all natural material, great care will result in positive benefits.

Linen

‘Swift’ Apron, ‘Rye’ Dungarees, ‘Wren’ Apron, ‘Field’ Dress, ‘Turnastone’ & ‘Dorstone’ Scarves 

  • AVOID HIGH TEMPERATURES WHEN WASHING AND DRYING.

Washing and drying at high temperatures will damage linen fibres, which can result in shrinkage and faster wear and tear

  • USE A MILD DETERGENT

Our garments are all pre-washed and shrunk using an eco detergent to be kind to the fabric, and the environment.

  • KEEP WASHING TO A MINIMUM

As with any fabric, excess washing will result in damage over time

  • COOL HAND WASH

Where possible cool hand wash your linen, this will extend the life of your garment., and keep the fabric fibres stronger for longer. If you do decide to machine wash, keep on a low heat (below 30°) and keep the spin cycle as low as possible. 

  • DRY NATURALLY - AWAY FROM DIRECT HEAT & BRIGHT LIGHT

 Never tumble dry your garment, and keep away from heat in the drying process to avoid shrinkage. We advise drying your garment on a hanger, clothes line or flat, and out of direct sunlight to avoid bleaching and colour damage.

  • IF YOU CHOSE TO IRON - DO SO WHEN SLIGHTLY DAMP

 This will relax the fibres and make the ironing process a little easier. Alternatively if you're okay with linens natural character and propensity to crease then there is no need to iron at all, many of the creases that turn up once the garment has dried will relax with body heat when worn. 

  • IF YOUR GARMENT HAS LEATHER SYCAMORE STRAPS - REMOVE BEFORE WASHING.

They don’t like to be washed so keep them happy by keeping them dry!

Oilskin

‘Sanford Oilskin’ Apron, ’Swift Oilskin’ apron, ‘Forster’ Apron, ‘Blyth’ apron.

Traditional waxed cotton or oilskin ’is an inherently characterful fabric that softens and evolves with wear, developing a unique patina over time. As with any waxed item, high temperatures are to be avoided.

  • WIPE DOWN WITH A DAMP CLOTH

    do not machine wash.

  • Use mild detergent and be gentle

    vigorous scrubbing will damage the coating.

  • Line / hanger dry naturally,

    out of direct sunlight and away from heat.  

  • Re-waxing can replenish the coating.

    After long term use wax coating can get depleated, To replenish he fabric use a suitable product and follow instructions carefully.

Drywax Canvas

‘Sanford Drywax’ Apron

Unlike traditional waxed cotton fabrics where the woven cloth is hot waxed, Drywax canvas uses waxed thread to produce a machine washable fabric which has a low oil content and a drier feel. 

  • REMOVE LEATHER PARTS BEFORE WASHING

  • COOL MACHINE WASH SEPERATELY (30º or Lower)

  • USE A MILD DETERGENT

  • SPOT WASH HEAVIER SOILING

    use warm soapy water and a non-abrasive cloth or sponge

  • LINE OR HANGER DRY

  • DO NOT TUMBLE DRY