Washing and Care of Bamboo

Learn how to keep your bamboo bedding clean, beautiful and shiny!

Bamboo's smooth fiber binds less dirt, gets cleaner at lower temperatures than cotton and can be washed less often than other bedding.

HOW TO WASH BAMBOO

In short:

• Do not wash bamboo with coarse fabrics
• Wash dark colored bamboo separately due to color bleeding.
• Wash at 30-40 degrees, hand wash or silk/wool program in the machine
• Use detergent for silk, e.g. Milo or Dawn Silk Detergent
• Do not use fabric softener or fabric softener.
• Use the lowest spin speed
• Hang bamboo up to dry
• If necessary, use the gentle program on the dryer (NB! Drying can cause pilling)
• Iron bamboo while it is still damp, use a pressing cloth/cloth

Practical advice & tips – how to proceed

How to proceed when washing bamboo bedding

Ideally, bamboo bedding should be washed separately in the washing machine, without any other laundry. Dark colored bamboo bedding can also transfer color to other fabrics during washing.

Bamboo is a delicate material woven from thin bamboo fibers, so avoid letting your bedding come into contact with coarse textiles such as bath towels, jeans, work clothes and coarse bedspreads. This will cause pilling on the bamboo bedding. The same applies to textiles with zippers, buttons, etc. that can tear and damage the bamboo fibers during washing. If you are only washing small bamboo products, such as a pillowcase, a sleep mask or kimono, you can use a laundry bag to protect the bamboo.

Bamboo is washed on a gentle cycle at 30 degrees with a detergent for silk, e.g. Milo. Bamboo is claimed to be naturally antibacterial*, and gets cleaner at a lower temperature than cotton.

Do not use fabric softener or fabric softener when washing bamboo. Fabric softener can leave a film on the fibers that reduces the fabric's ability to transport moisture. This can also cause the bedding to become less breathable and lose some of its natural freshness.

Use a low spin speed and hang the bamboo to dry, for example on a drying rack or shower rail. When hand washing silk, only squeeze the water out of the bamboo carefully before hanging it to drip dry. Alternatively, you can use a dry towel and squeeze out the moisture before ironing.

Important: Do not wring out wet silk as this can cause stretch damage to the bamboo fibers, and do not use a dryer. Tumble drying can cause pilling on the bamboo bedding.

How often should I wash bamboo bedding?

*Bamboo contains a natural component called bamboo kun , which is a waxy substance that protects the plant from pests and diseases. This substance has antibacterial properties that help inhibit the growth of bacteria and mold on bamboo fibers. Some researchers therefore claim that this component allows bamboo bedding to resist odors and stay fresher longer compared to some other materials. Bamboo's smooth surface also means that it attracts less dirt and impurities from the skin.

Bamboo bedding should be washed approximately every 2 weeks or weekly, depending on use and personal preference.

Every 2 weeks: If you don't sweat a lot at night, or if the bedding is used less often, washing your bamboo bedding every other week may be enough.

Weekly washing: If you have sensitive skin, allergies or sweat a lot and you use your bamboo bedding daily, it may be a good idea to wash it once a week.

Immediately after spills: If you spill something on your bedding, you should wash the stain with cold water immediately to avoid staining and damage to the bamboo. Gently rub a little mild detergent onto the stain with your fingertips and leave for about 10-15 minutes before rinsing with cold water.

Should I wash new bamboo bedding before using it for the first time?

When the bedding leaves the factory, it is ironed and pressed according to all the rules of the art to bring out the beautiful satin surface that many appreciate. Whether you want to wash the bedding is simply a personal preference, but you do not have to do this. Our bamboo bedding is well packaged in packages and does not get dirty after it leaves the factory.

The fact that our silk is Oeko-Tex certified means that the textile does not contain allergenic and carcinogenic dyes. The certification also provides a guarantee that the product has been tested for the content of environmental toxins such as chlorinated phenols, phthalates, organic tin compounds, etc. The standard was developed in 1992 and 17 testing institutes carry out spot tests on manufacturers who hold approved certification.

You can therefore feel safe when you choose Bedtime's bamboo!

Should I iron my bamboo bedding?

You don't need to iron bamboo bedding. Bamboo bedding has natural anti-wrinkle properties.

If you hang your bamboo bedding to air dry, the bedding will often smooth itself out. The soft and smooth fibers of bamboo make the bedding much smoother than cotton or linen bedding.

Ironing your bed linen is a matter of personal taste. If you want your bed linen to be completely wrinkle-free and smooth when you put it on the bed, you can iron your bamboo bed linen.

Maintain the bamboo's smooth surface and satin finish - iron immediately after washing

HOW TO IRON BAMBOO

In short

• Only iron when the bamboo is damp.
• DO NOT WRIST the bamboo to remove excess water.
• Clean the iron beforehand.
• Use an undyed sheet between the ironing board and the bamboo bedding.
• Iron the back (matte side) of your bamboo.
• Use a pressing cloth (handkerchief/glass towel etc.)
• Set your iron to silk or low temperature.
• Move the iron around, and don't leave the iron in one place for too long.

A press cloth between the bamboo and the iron protects the bamboo from scorching damage.

Place an undyed sheet under the silk you are going to iron.

Ironing bamboo can damage the fabric if you’re not careful, but it doesn’t have to be difficult. In fact, we recommend ironing bamboo regularly to maintain the satin finish and shine of bamboo bedding. Bamboo is best ironed when it’s slightly damp, with the iron on the lowest setting. Below are the detailed steps you should follow when ironing bamboo bedding:

Preparing bamboo bedding before ironing

Bamboo is best ironed damp to minimize the effect of the iron's heat. We recommend ironing immediately after washing. – If you hand wash your bamboo, use a dry terry towel and squeeze very gently after rinsing to remove excess water from the fabric. Remember: DO NOT WRIST the bamboo, it can break the bamboo fibers and cause stretching/tearing. – If you use a washing machine, you can iron directly after spinning.

Clean iron

Other preparations before ironing – Make sure the surface of your iron is clean. If your iron is stained with rust stains, you can remove them by using a baking soda solution. DO NOT IRON if your iron is dirty or has rust stains, as this can permanently damage your linen. – Set your iron to the silk setting, or the lowest temperature if there is no specific setting for silk. – Prepare a pure cotton pressing cloth, white or undyed, and place a backing on the ironing board, such as a clean sheet. This is to prevent the ironing board from transferring color to your bamboo linen and leaving stains or marks.

Iron on the back of the bamboo and use a pressing cloth

Turn duvet covers and pillowcases inside out and always iron the reverse side. Make sure the part you are ironing is smoothed out without wrinkles. You can also iron bamboo without a press cloth if the setting is on silk, i.e. low temperature. However, in general we recommend using a press cloth to cover the area you wish to iron to prevent potential damage. A small piece of thin cotton cloth, or a glass towel without color, would be ideal as a press cloth in this case.

Press the iron against the back of the bamboo sheet (or pressing cloth) to begin ironing. Keep the iron moving to avoid local overheating that causes deformation of the silk fiber. – When you finish ironing one section of the sheet, smooth out another section and move the pressing cloth over to begin ironing until you are finished.

Regular ironing helps preserve the natural shine of bamboo and can significantly extend the durability of silk.