Hi,

Though silk sarees can be washed with hand also but it is better to give it for dry cleaning. It keeps its every fiber in place and asserts its shine. 

Hi,

Always cover your silk saree with cotton cloth. Since silk is a natural fabric that needs breathing, only cotton allows air passing to the fabric. Remember not to cover any silk saree with plastic, by trapping moisture your saree can eventually turn yellowish with time. Silk is the place for the breeding of moths; try to store cedar chips or balls with the silks to keep the bugs away. Taking care of these sarees does not take much time, but a little careful attitude.

 

Hi Devika,

Firstly, remember not to use chemicals while washing silk sarees since they inevitably damage silk and end up in reducing its retain ability. If your saree has caught some stain, wash it with cold water immediately. If it’s stubborn even after that, go for dry cleaning, but never go for any harsh treatment. While ironing Indian silk sarees keep in mind to go for medium heat. Never fold silk sarees on same folds repeatedly. Keep changing the folds in intervals. If you prefer embroidered silk saree, try to go for stitching them. Soft handling of these sarees ensures the saree to remain wrinkle free. Never scrub these sarees. Hope this helps.

Hi Devika,

The basic point to remember about these sarees is that; never make cluster or bundle of silk sarees. Never keep silk sarees in water for prolonged hours. Try to dry them as soon as possible. For cleaning these silk sarees, always use good quality mild detergent. You should separately wash the border, pallu and body base of silk sarees.