Copy of Product Care

Merino wool by nature is self-cleaning and does NOT need to be washed as frequently as other fabrics. To refresh and reduce washing, turn garment inside-out and air often. Follow care instructions carefully to ensure you get the best possible wear from your garment.

Merino Wool Sleep Bags and Clothing

  • It is not necessary to wash your Woolino garments prior use
  • WE SUGGEST MACHINE WASH: Close all zippers. Use gentle wool cycle, on LOW temperature, 100°F /40°C max. Gentle spin
  • If hand wash: Gently soak and squish in lukewarm water. Do not agitate, wring or rub wool against wool
  • Use wool approved detergent - we recommend Kookaburra, a plant based alternative to "traditional" detergents
  • Do not soak or bleach
  • Avoid fabric conditioners and softeners
  • Use minimal amount of detergent as it can increase felting and pilling over time
  • Dry flat when possible. Keep away from direct sunlight or any direct heat source (radiator). Sleeping bags can also be tumble dried on “NO Heat” setting. Close zippers before tumble drying. 
  • Cool iron on outer cotton only. Do not iron prints or labels

Pilling - How to prevent it

Pilling is a natural process that is inherent in merino fabric due to the fact that merino is a staple fiber. Generally, pilling occurs because the shorter fibers are working their way to the surface of the fabric.

The best way to avoid pilling is to wash a new merino wool product after the first couple of wears. The pilling will diminish over time as non-tenacious wool fibers work themselves free of the fabric and break away.

Lambskin rugs 

  • Please note that when washed sheepskin products will not come out looking like new. We recommend only occasional washing or spot cleaning when possible. Sponge off small, lightly soiled areas and towel dry where necessary. Daily airing is recommended to keep the lambskin fresh
  • Use gentle or wool cycle (max 38°C/100°F)
  • Use a mild detergent, we recommend Kookaburra, or use biodegradable wool washes and shampoos with natural pH. Do NOT use soap or washing powders containing enzymes or bleach. Do NOT use fabric softeners. Do NOT use common laundry detergents
  • Gently stretch the product back into its original shape
  • To dry, place the lambskin on a flat surface. Keep out of direct sunlight. Do NOT place the lambskin on a radiator or in front of a convector or heater
  • Lamb-fleece may be brushed lightly after washing to help restore their soft fluffy appearance
  • Dry-cleanable
  • Do NOT bleach

Comforters 

  • We recommend only occasional washing or spot cleaning when possible. Sponge off small, lightly soiled areas and towel dry where necessary
  • Use gentle, wool cycle or wash on Low (85°F)
  • Use a mild detergent, we recommend Kookaburra, or use wool washes and shampoos with natural pH. Do NOT use soap or washing powders containing enzymes or bleach. Do NOT use fabric softeners
  • Do NOT tumble dry
  • Dry-cleanable
  • Do NOT bleach
  • Do NOT iron

To freshen up the comforter, expose it to direct sunlight and fresh air for a couple of hours every few months.