The following instructions are provided as a guide for commercial laundry washing and care and when followed will maximise the life of the garment.
• Avoid storing wet garments, this can cause mould and other fungal bacterial growth
• If the garment is wet and soiled and cannot be washed immediately, then soak it in cold water and rinse well with warm water before washing
• DO NOT USE BLEACH on the garment, this also includes products containing chlorine, peroxide and perborate.
• The first wash is the most critical in relation to dye fastness. We recommend that the garment be washed before wearing. The first wash should use as much water as is possible and it is preferable to underload the washing machine. After washing rinse thoroughly.
• Jerseys should be washed separately from shorts and socks
• Do not Dry Clean
Pre Season Games
• When the weather is dry, grass burns on garments on garments can be difficult to remove. These areas will need to be hand washed before proceeding with the recommended washing cycle.
Slightly soiled garments
• Use good quality detergent
• Use two warm wash cycles (40c), followed by two hot wash cycles (50c)
• Use three cold rinse cycles
Heavily soiled garments
• Soak the garments first, followed by two warm rinse cycles (40c)
• Use good quality detergent
• Use two warm wash cycles (40c), followed by two hot wash cycles (50c)
• Use three cold rinse cycles
Drying
• Tumble dry with garments inside out for approx 30 – 40 minutes on a medium or low heat setting
• Avoid surface abrasions to numbers, logo’s etc – Use a gentle tumble action if optional
• Lay garments flat immediately after drying to avoid unnecessary crinkling / creasing
Last Updated: May 25, 2010