How to Machine Wash Warm Cotton — Care Guide

Cotton can be safely machine wash warm. With 8.5% moisture regain (ISO 6741-1) and 50% wrinkle recovery, following the correct care procedure preserves performance and extends garment life significantly.

Moisture regain
8.5%
Wrinkle recovery
50%
Breathability
75%

How to machine wash warm Cotton — step by step

  1. Set temperatureUse 40°C cycle for whites and heavily soiled synthetics. Avoid for natural or blended fibres.
  2. Use standard detergentPowder or liquid detergent at recommended dose. Pre-treat stains before loading.
  3. Dry flat or tumble lowAvoid high heat in dryer — even heat-tolerant synthetics can pill with repeated high-heat tumble drying.