CARE INSTRUCTIONS
BED LINEN
All of our fabrics are made from natural fibers that can be machine-washed at home; however, please be sure to read the laundering instructions below and suggested care label on each item for best results.
General Care Guidelines:
Pre-Wash: always pre-wash new bed linens before using. This first wash is important for setting the threads, preserving the fabric’s beauty and prolonging its life. Be sure to fully unfold and use minimal liquid detergent.
For the first pre-wash please refer to the care label on each item and our machine washing suggestions below.
Use of a fabric softener (liquid or dryer sheets) is not recommended for any fine linens, as it coats and weakens natural fibers.
Detergents: NOMO fabrics soften naturally with frequent use. A mild detergent that is appropriate for luxury linen is recommended. Detergents with bluing agents or whiteners are not recommended. LINENWASH is suggested for tough stain removal washings.
Rotation: We recommend using at least three sets of bed linens in rotation: one on the bed, one in the laundry and one in the linen closet. This will afford each set proper rotation and a rest from use and a rest from wash. We also recommend that you wash matching linens (e.g. sheets and pillowcases) together, as each piece should be cared for similarly, regardless of whether or not it is stained or soiled.
Shrinkage: Linens washed in hot water or dried at hot temperatures will shrink excessively. Luke warm or cold wash and low heat dry or line-dry are the usual recommended settings.
Our linens are sized to allow for 3%-4% shrinkage in length & width.
Garment Dyed Collections: These bed linens were dyed & finished in a special production process to obtain its vintage look. Exposure to direct sunlight or the use of common stain removal chemicals can result in discoloration. These items have already been prewashed and shrunk during the special finishing process.
Machine Washing
· Do not overload the washing machine
· Use a mild detergent
· Wash bed linens separate from other fabrics especially synthetics that may pill and affect the smoothness of the bed linens.
· Linens should be separated into light and dark colors and washed separately from anything else
· Wash 100% linen and linen/cotton blends separately to avoid abrasion from other fibers especially synthetic fibers. Wash delicate cycle cold water.
· Do not pour detergent directly on fabric; add the detergent to the water first and then add your linens.
· Do not use bleach or detergents with bluing agents or whiteners- these may weaken fibers and cause them to yellow.
· Unless linens are very stained or soiled you may reduce the recommended amount of detergent.
· Use a delicate spin cycle
· Remove washed bedding promptly from the washing machine. This helps reduce wrinkling and minimizes the risk of color bleeding from a dark-colored border onto a light background. Shaking damp linens out before drying on a low heat setting will also help reduce wrinkles. Fabric softeners and dryer sheets are not recommended as their chemicals prevent the bed linens from naturally becoming softer over time. Fine linens will begin to soften after 3-4 washings.
Drying
· Shake out linens before placing in the dryer
· Do not use dryer sheets or softeners
· Do not overload the dryer
· Tumble dry low heat or delicate cycle; remove while still damp for less wrinkling
· Cotton velvet should not be tumbled dried; lay flat to dry
Ironing
· Iron while still damp for best and easiest results
· Use steam and iron settings for appropriate fabrics types; cotton, linen etc.
· Sateen and Jacquards: iron on the reverse side
· Embroidered items and quilted fabrics: iron on the reverse side to preserve the 3 dimensional embroidery
· Do not iron velvet or hang in a bathroom during a shower
· Quilted fabrics: iron if desired, low heat
Storage of Bed Linens
· Wash bed linens before storing
· Store bed linens in a cool well ventilated area (i.e. cotton bedding bag)
· Avoid exposure to sunlight
SPECIAL NOTE
COLLECTIONS WITH APPLIED BORDERS IN DIFFERENT COLOR INTENSITY FROM THE BACKGROUND:
These special collections should be washed according to the following instructions:
· Wash at 140° F or 60° C temperature or “hot” setting.
· Add a Color Absorbent Sheet to the linen inside the washing machine at least for the first four washings, such as “Shout” color catcher.
· Dry immediately after the washing cycle.
· Do not leave wet or damp linens in the washing machine
PRINTED FABRICS:
· All collections: do not leave wet or damp linens in the washing machine. Dry promptly.
· Collections with optical White as background: in order to maintain the bright white background of the floral print, it is essential to use a detergent with an optical whitener or bluing agent.
· Do not use bleach.
BATH LINEN
General Laundering Instructions for 100% Cotton Terry
· Do not overload washer.
· Wash towels with towels and avoid mixing anything that might damage or pull the loops or yarns of the terry fabric such as buttons, zippers etc.
· Use mild detergent
· Do not pour detergent directly on fabric; add the detergent to the water first and then add your linens.
· Do not use bleach or detergents with bluing agents or whiteners- these may weaken fibers and cause them to yellow.
· Unless terry is very stained or soiled you may reduce the recommended amount of detergent.
· Use a delicate spin cycle
· Fabric softeners and dryer sheets are not recommended as their chemicals prevent the bed linens from naturally becoming softer over time. Fine terry will begin to be even softer and absorbent after 3-4 washings.
· Terry should be separated into light and dark colors and washed separately from anything else
· Tumble dry on low to medium heat.
· Iron if desired, low heat
TABLE LINEN:
Machine Washing
· Do not overload the washing machine
· Whenever possible, treat stains when they are fresh. If allowed to set, stains may be impossible to remove at a later date
· Use a mild detergent
· Wash table linen separate from other fabrics especially synthetics which may pill and affect the smoothness of the bed linens.
· Machine wash on gentle cycle; use hot water for whites, lukewarm water for colors.
· Linens should be separated into light and dark colors and washed separately from anything else
· Do not use bleach or detergents with bluing agents or whiteners- these may weaken fibers and cause them to yellow.
· Unless linens are very stained or soiled you may reduce the recommended amount of detergent.
· Use a delicate spin cycle
· Remove washed linens promptly from the washing machine. This helps reduce wrinkling. Shaking damp linens out before drying on a low heat setting will also help reduce wrinkles. Fabric softeners and dryer sheets are not recommended.
Drying
· Shake out linens before placing in the dryer
· Do not use dryer sheets or softeners
· Do not overload the dryer
· Tumble dry low heat or delicate cycle; remove while still damp for less wrinkling
Ironing
· Iron while still damp for best and easiest results
· Use steam and iron settings for appropriate fabrics types; cotton, linen etc.
· Sateen and Jacquards: iron on the reverse side
· Embroidered items: iron on the reverse side to preserve the 3 dimensional embroidery.
All NOMO products include a care label sewn into each product. In addition, please refer to the fabric care label for recommended care for each item.
Source: our partner SIGNORIA FIRENZE
