Care & Maintenance

Care & maintenance of L’atelierme fabrics

Our semi-linens are made with 100% natural fibers (60% cotton, 40% linen). Its texture becomes softer over time, like the textiles of yesteryear.

Washing : Hand or machine washable at a maximum of 40°C.

Whitening : Do not use bleach.

Drying : Do not use a dryer. Also avoid drying it in direct sunlight to preserve the quality of the fibers.

Ironing : Up to 150°C maximum.

Dry cleaning: Unfit.

Home tips to remove stains

· Red wine

Absorb excess with a dry cloth. Sprinkle salt on the stain to absorb the wine. Then wash the fabric with cold water and detergent.

· Fats

Apply talcum powder or flour to absorb the grease. Then scrub with warm soapy water.

· Coffee and tea

Mix warm water and white vinegar, apply to the stain before washing.

· Blood

Rinse immediately with cold water and salt, rub gently, then wash the fabric. Avoid hot water.

· Wax

Gently scrape off the dried wax, place a paper towel over the stain, and gently iron to remove excess wax. Then wash the fabric.

· Grass

Scrub with a paste made of baking soda and a few drops of white vinegar before washing.

· Land

Let the dirt dry, brush off any residue, and then wash the fabric with warm soapy water.

· Ink

Rub with 70° alcohol or hairspray and then wash the fabric with soap and water.

· Lipstick

Apply glycerin or a little 70° alcohol to the stain and then wash the fabric with a mild detergent.

· Red Fruits

Rub with lemon juice or sparkling water before washing.

· Tomato

Soak the stain with white vinegar or baking soda, let it sit, and then rinse the fabric.

· Chocolate

Rub with Marseille soap and warm water before washing.

Attention

Always test in an inconspicuous area to avoid damaging the fabric. The quicker you act on a stain, the quicker it will disappear, so there’s no time to waste!

For more information you can consult our article on how to clean our tablecloths.

We’d love to hear your personal advice. Do not hesitate to share them with us at the following address: hola@latelierme.com