What happens when silk is washed

Silk quilt is a relatively high-end bedding product, especially in summer, silk quilt is particularly popular. Using a silk quilt every day can make people feel comfortable and smooth. Of course, silk quilt is relatively delicate, so it cannot be washed with water. If washed with water, it may cause the silk to become hardened. Let us learn about this aspect below.

Silk quilts cannot be washed with water. Silk quilts should be washed with water:

1. Silk quilts have three layers: silk, inner cover, and quilt cover. Silk + inner cover is the so-called quilt core, which cannot be washed (except for washable silk quilts). The quilt cover can be removed and washed. Therefore, with the protection of the quilt cover, the inside will not get dirty. 2. Silk does not easily generate static electricity, so it will not absorb dust and dirt like chemical fiber quilts and wool quilts. Even after several years of use, the inside is still very clean. So don't worry. 3. If the quilt core inside is accidentally stained, you can wipe it partially with neutral detergent and dry it in a cool place. If you can't handle it yourself, you can go to a dry cleaner for partial treatment.

What happens when silk is washed?

38% of the area of ​​the thin silk fibers is hollow, and the function of these small holes is to absorb moisture and allow breathability. After silk has gone through processes such as boiling and scouring, the sericin is basically separated, so when the silk quilt is washed, it will absorb metal ions such as calcium and magnesium ions in the tap water, making the silk quilt easy to become hard, yellow, and brittle.

Why are some silk quilts washable?

What’s the matter with the washed silk quilts on the market? The small pores in silk fibers absorb metal ions. Some manufacturers seal these pores with reagents to make them water-repellent, which is similar to silk that has not been desironized. However, this affects the moisture absorption and breathability of the silk quilt to a certain extent.

How to deal with silk quilt drilling

Silk fibers are very thin and can easily drill through the fabric. The correct way to deal with silk drilling is to pull the fabric on both sides of the quilt outwards to pull the silk into the quilt. On the contrary, if you pull the silk outwards, the holes on the quilt will become bigger and bigger, and the silk will become longer and longer, and the quilt will be hopeless.