{"id":10857,"date":"2022-11-28T14:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-11-28T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/?p=10857"},"modified":"2025-10-14T07:47:39","modified_gmt":"2025-10-14T06:47:39","slug":"how-to-care-for-polyester","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/how-to-care-for-polyester\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Care For Polyester"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Polyester is a great synthetic material and is a popular fabric choice due to its comfort, durability, and simplicity. If you\u2019re wondering about the best ways to care for polyester, we are here to help clear your doubts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/scarf-930185_1280.jpeg?resize=626%2C470&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"how to care for polyester\" class=\"wp-image-10971\" width=\"626\" height=\"470\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/scarf-930185_1280.jpeg?resize=1024%2C768&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/scarf-930185_1280.jpeg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/scarf-930185_1280.jpeg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/scarf-930185_1280.jpeg?resize=1200%2C900&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/scarf-930185_1280.jpeg?resize=800%2C600&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/scarf-930185_1280.jpeg?resize=400%2C300&amp;ssl=1 400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/scarf-930185_1280.jpeg?resize=200%2C150&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/scarf-930185_1280.jpeg?resize=219%2C164&amp;ssl=1 219w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/scarf-930185_1280.jpeg?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 626px) 100vw, 626px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Washing Polyester<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The first thing you need to know about caring for polyester clothing is the details on washing. As a rule of thumb, always read the care label to find what settings, on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/4-ways-to-make-your-washing-machine-last-longer%ef%bf%bc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">washing machine<\/a>, you need to wash your polyester clothing on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To be on the safe side, turn the polyester inside out to maintain the quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your washing machine doesn\u2019t have polyester settings, we strongly recommend using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/washing-at-the-right-temperature\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">warm settings<\/a> because this will also help remove stains and prevent <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/what-happens-if-my-clothes-shrink\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">shrinkage<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What About Hand-Washing?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Alternatively, hand-washing polyester is an option; more often than not, it does the job. If you do want to go with this option, fill up a bowl with warm water and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/a-comprehensive-guide-to-laundry-detergent\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">laundry detergent<\/a> and put your garment inside. Afterwards, use cold water to rinse it out and then put it on a clothesline to dry if you don\u2019t see any stains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Avoid High Heat<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Like any synthetic material, polyester is sensitive to high heat as it can damage the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/dos-and-donts-of-washing-fabrics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">fabric<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To properly care for polyester clothing, make sure you set your tumble dryer to low-medium temperature settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition, it\u2019s best to always hang polyester material up after they\u2019ve dried to reduce <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/how-to-prevent-wrinkles-on-your-clothes%ef%bf%bc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">wrinkles<\/a> from forming. In turn, this reduces the time you need to do the ironing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now that you know how to care for polyester clothing, we do want to remind you that you can always count on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Laundryheap<\/a> if you need a laundry service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether your clothing material is cashmere, wool or polyester, we are just <a href=\"https:\/\/app.laundryheap.com\/booking?#step1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">one click away<\/a> from collecting your laundry, washing them to perfection and returning them to you within 24 hours!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/dry-cleaning.jpeg?resize=440%2C440&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"laundry service - app\" class=\"wp-image-10791\" width=\"440\" height=\"440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/dry-cleaning.jpeg?resize=1024%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/dry-cleaning.jpeg?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/dry-cleaning.jpeg?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/dry-cleaning.jpeg?resize=768%2C768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/dry-cleaning.jpeg?resize=800%2C800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/dry-cleaning.jpeg?resize=400%2C400&amp;ssl=1 400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/dry-cleaning.jpeg?resize=200%2C200&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/dry-cleaning.jpeg?resize=164%2C164&amp;ssl=1 164w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/dry-cleaning.jpeg?w=1080&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 440px) 100vw, 440px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.co.uk\/how-it-works\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">learn more<\/a> about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Laundryheap<\/a>, visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">website<\/a> or download the free app on <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/laundryheap-on-demand-laundry\/id1037581290\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">iOS<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.encureit.laundryheap&amp;hl=en_GB&amp;gl=US\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Android.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Polyester is a great synthetic material and is a popular fabric choice due to its comfort, durability, and simplicity. If you\u2019re wondering about the best ways to care for polyester, we are here to help clear your doubts. 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