Bed and Bath Linens Care & Washing Guides

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To keep your luxury linens looking and feeling their best, proper care is essential. That's why Peacock Alley offers the Linens Care Guides to help you extend the life of your bedding, bath, and table linens. Our guides provide tips and instructions on everything from washing and drying to ironing and storage. With our expert advice, you can enjoy your Peacock Alley linens for years to come. Explore our home decor care guides today and keep your linens in pristine condition.
Peacock Alley The Guide to Washing Luxury Sheets

The Guide to Washing Luxury Sheets

Luxury sheets must be cared for properly in order for them to last. With a few simple tips from the pros, yours should hold up and get better with every wash.
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Peacock Alley How to Care for Bath Towels

How to Care for Bath Towels

This guide is here with some helpful tips about how to wash your bath towels to keep them looking and feeling their best even after many washes.
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Peacock Alley How to Care for Down Alternative Duvets

How to Care for Down Alternative Duvets

Down Alternative is an easy material to care for. Learn how to keep it at its best so you can enjoy it for years to come.
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Peacock Alley How to Care for Down Comforters or Duvets

How to Care for Down Comforters or Duvets

Whether you choose to professionally clean your foundations or care for them at home, learn from the pros on how to keep them fresh for years to come.
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Peacock Alley Pillow shams on bed

The Guide to Washing Linen Fabric

Linen is an organic fiber that requires special care. Get the best tips for care from the pros.
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Peacock Alley How to Care for Luxury Bed Linens

How to Care for Luxury Bed Linens

Luxury linens, when cared for properly, should last for years. With a few simple tips, your bedding will hold up to real life while improving with every wash.
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Peacock Alley The Decorative Pillow Care Guide

How to Care for Luxury Linens

Depending on the material, decorative pillows require different care requirements. Learn more about how to keep these accessories at their best.
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Peacock Alley How to Wash Egyptian Cotton

How to Wash Egyptian Cotton

We care for Egyptian cotton in the same way we would any other cotton sheet. With a few extra tips from the pros, your sheets will last for years to come.
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Peacock Alley Guide to Washing Down Feather Pillows

Guide to Washing Down & Feather Pillows

Our guide will help you keep your pillows clean and fresh so they will take care of you for many sleeps to come.
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Gentle maintenance is necessary to preserve the beauty and lifespan of linen, a natural and resilient fabric. Use cool or lukewarm water along with a light detergent to adequately wash linens. Avoid bleach or strong chemicals, since they might degrade the fibers. While air drying is the best method for drying, you may also use a low-heat tumble dryer; just be sure to remove the fabric while it is still slightly moist to avoid creases.

It is crucial to iron linens properly. Use a medium-hot iron and iron linen while it is still somewhat damp. This aids in crease removal without causing harm to the fibers. You can lightly spritz dried linen with water before ironing it. The best way to remove stains is to use dish soap and cold water for spot treatment before laundering.

Linen is known for its strength, but caring for it gently will ensure it lasts longer and retains its softness. Regularly following these steps for washing, drying, and ironing will help your linens look fresh and crisp, ready for everyday use or special occasions.

In addition to proper washing, drying, and ironing processes, storing your linens correctly is vital to keeping them in top shape. To prevent fading, linen should be kept out of direct sunlight and kept in a cool, dry environment. To promote air circulation, fold linens neatly and store them in breathable storage bags or on shelves. Plastic containers should not be used since they can retain moisture and cause mildew. Your linens will stay clean and ready to use for many years to come with careful storage.

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