Caring for your linens properly is part of the process. Read below for thorough instructions on caring for sheets, matelassé items and bath products. Proper care will ensure the longevity and luxury of your linens. Enjoy!
Caring for your Linens
Machine launder in warm water on the gentle cycle with a cold water rinse. Use a mild detergent without added bleach, whiteners or softeners. Do not use a liquid fabric softener, which can damage the cotton fibers. We recommend using Le Blanc Linen Wash and Towel Wash.
Tumble dry on low heat. Remove sheets promptly to prevent wrinkling. If desired, press linens while slightly damp on the reverse side of the fabric using a steam iron on the hot/warm setting.
All natural fibers will shrink to some extent. You can expect about 3% shrinkage with Egyptian cotton. To minimize shrinkage, avoid hot water washing and high heat drying, and never "over-dry" your linens.
Certain facial creams and body lotions contain ingredients such as peroxide, bleaching agents, oils or acids. Some of these agents may cause discoloration upon laundering.
Caring for your Matelassé
We recommend professional laundering by a professional cleaner experienced with natural fibers and luxury linens. 100% Egyptian cotton matelassé coverlets and pillow shams are machine washable. However, we caution against home laundering, due to the size, weight and delicate nature of these linens. Agitator washers may damage the fabric. Home dryers can cause excessive shrinkage, and commercial dryers may burn the fabric.
For 100% Egyptian cotton matelassé, ask your cleaner for a "cold water block press," which will help retain the matelassé’s size and shape. For matelassé containing linen or silk blends, dry clean only.
All natural fibers will shrink to some extent - approximately 3 to 5 inches in length and width. After laundering, the coverlet should fall just to the top of the bed skirt. Extra-deep and pillowtop mattresses will alter this drop.
Caring for your Towels and Bath Rugs
Before using your towels and rugs for the first time, machine launder in warm water on the gentle cycle with a cold water rinse. Use a mild detergent without added bleach, whiteners or softeners. Add 1 cup of white vinegar to the water before adding the linens. The vinegar will help to remove the factory-applied finish that protected the linens during shipping. It will also set the color. Do not use a liquid fabric softener, which can damage the natural fibers and compromise the absorbency of your towels.
Subsequent laundering: Follow the instructions above, omitting the vinegar.
Tumble dry on low heat. Remove promptly when dry. Egyptian cotton improves with laundering — increasing in softness, fluff and absorbency.
Certain facial creams and body lotions contain ingredients such as peroxide, bleaching agents, oils or acids. Some of these agents may cause discoloration upon laundering.
