Q: I got my silk quilt for many years (still love) but really need to be cleaned. Any suggestions on where I can take?
A: First, have the right idea - let someone else do the housework. You can place in the sun to release moisture, but if you try to clean yourself, you will probably damage. (I once heard of someone who put their silk comforter in a regular washer / dryer. He left "crushed") You can clean or professionally dry-wet to dry. " This latter is preferable, dry cleaning may leave chemical traces, but the wet cleaning is not yet widespread. If you do not dry clean, leave the air for a few days before handing over to use storage o. Search the yellow pages for those who specialize in blankets and / or silk wedding dresses. Make sure they have the right machine can handle the size quilt you give them. Ask them if they have never cleaned a silk quilt first, and if you have, how they react silk. Attention to insist immediately that all cleaners are fine. It will not be cheap, but worth it! See also: Silk Comforter Care
Q: I'm thinking of buying a silk quilt for my child who has allergies. What about flash - it is safe for the bed of silk?
A: Like many other natural fibers, silk will burn, but it is very flammable. Must be kept at a steady flame to enable it to continue to burn. And 'considered very safe.
Q: "Spring, Summer, 8 pounds, 1 pounds ...." How do I know what weight to buy?
A: The answer is "it depends". It depends on where you live, how cold it is, how hot you like to sleep, the temperature you set the thermostat, etc. A rule that we like to think is: use a book 1.5 (0, 7 kg) to fill quilted silk 68 degrees F (20 ° C), then add 1.5 pounds for every 3 degrees below 68. You can also check our silk duvet temperature chart.
Q: I live in a hot climate and the need to store my silk duvet in the summer - what is the best way?
A: When storage, silk should be careful to protect him like any other natural fibers. Store in a cool, dark, dry place that is protected against insects such as butterflies and beetles that can cause damage. Clean the quilt before putting in storage and, if possible, enclose in an airtight container or bag. natural repellents such as cedar or certain herbal products can be used to repel pests, such as frozen gel desiccant silica can ensure that the air around the bed remains dry. If possible, avoid insecticides more robust and less naphthalene, which will be difficult to remove odors. See also: Silk Comforter Care
Silk Pillow Cases - People who are allergic to agents like dust, mites and suffer from asthma, Eczema etc diseases can have the severity of the disease less if they start using clothes, beddings made of silk
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