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Washing:
Miele washing machines have
special Cotton programmes for optimum care
of cotton items. In general, white cottons
can be washed at 95°C using e.g. Miele
UltraWhite detergent. Coloured cottons
should be washed using a detergent for
coloureds at a temperature no higher than
60°C to avoid fading (e.g. Miele UltraColor).
Follow the instructions on the
care label.
Drying:
Cottons can normally be tumble-
dried so Miele tumble dryers have a Cottons
programme designed to dry cottons with
optimum results. However, it is important
to observe the drying instructions on the
garment care label as there may be a risk of
the garment shrinking, depending on how the
cotton fabric was finished.
Ironing:
Cottons can be ironed at a high
temperature (setting 3) using steam. Iron
in-side out if the care label advises you to
do so.
Cotton:
There are more than 300 varieties of cotton
throughout the world, with 23% of the world‘s
supply being produced in China and 20% in
the USA.
Although cotton is not very pliable, creases
easily and does not have good heat retaining
qualities, it is very durable and hardwearing
and is easy to dye and to bleach, making it
one of the most popular natural fibres. It can
withstand numerous cycles in the washing
machine and tolerates very high spin speeds
without suffering damage. When blended
with the smooth, durable fibres of the oriental
ramie plant, cotton can be made into a soft,
fine fabric with a beautiful sheen.
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) European Patent No. EP 0 935 687
Cashmere, Cotton
