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Finishing
Finish
Perino knitted fabric can be scoured and milled in side-loading or front-loading programmable washing
machines. The finish will vary depending on:
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Yarn Count & Twist
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Colour
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Percentage of Possum Fibre
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Knit Structure
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Type of Washing Machine
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Water Hardness
The Wash Cycle
Follow these recommended steps for scouring and milling in fully programmable washing machines:
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Step 1
Half fill the drum with Perino fabric. For example for a 25 kilo machine, fill it with 12.5 kilos of knitted fabric. Use fillers if necessary.
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Wash Cycle
Step 2
Static fill, high water level, 40°C with a small amount of wool detergent. Wash for 5 minutes and then drop the water and extract for a further 2-3 minutes. Check the knit structure and fibre burst of fabric, repeat step if necessary.
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First Rinse Cycle
Step 3
Static fill, high water level, cold water, wash for 2-3 minutes. Drop water and extract for 2-3
minutes.
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Second Rinse Cycle
Step 4
Static fill, medium water level, add recommended percentage of softener. Wash for 1-2 minutes at the temperature specified on the softener technical sheet. Drop water and extract for 6-7 minutes on high-speed (800rpm).
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Drying
Step 5
Tumble dry on medium heat. Fill
drum one third full, do not overload
the machine. Allow for plenty of air
to help the Perino knitted fabric dry.