Caring for Silk and Modal
Caring for silk and modal
Silk and modal are beautifully soft fabrics. There’s nothing quite like the feeling of pure silk against your skin, whether it’s wearing a nightie or resting your head on a pillowcase (or both). Follow laundering instructions carefully for silk as it is a luxurious, delicate fabric that requires special care to maintain its beauty and lustre.
Modal is made using natural cellulose fibres from wood pulp, creating a plant based fabric that is comfortable, breathable and soft on the skin making it perfect for sleepwear. Our modal sleepwear collections offer style and comfort in beautiful mix and match sleep separates.
Care instructions for washing silk pieces and modal sleepwear
Care instructions for washing silk pillowcases and sleepwear
Gentle cold hand wash with mild laundry powder or liquid. Wash separately. Dry in flat in shade. Cool iron only. Do not tumble dry. Do not soak. Do not use bleach or fabric softeners. Bleach can weaken bed linen fabric, and fabric softener contains silicone which creates a waterproof coating on textiles.
Care instructions for washing modal sleepwear
Cold machine wash with mild laundry powder or liquid. Wash separately. Line dry in shade, do not leave wet. Warm iron. Do not tumble dry. Do not soak. Do not use bleach or fabric softeners. Bleach can weaken bed linen fabric, and fabric softener contains silicon which creates a waterproof coating on textiles.
Top Tip – launder sleepwear items in one of our delicates bags to protect them during the wash cycle.
Our silk and modal collections
Our pure silk collection is available in elegant nighties, luxurious pillowcases and restful eye masks and make for indulgent, special occasion gifting.
Modal fabric has a beautiful feel and drape, making it perfect for sleepwear. Choose from robes, kimono robes, nighties, nightshirts, PJ shirts, PJ pants, camis, sleep shorts and eye masks made from comfortable and breathable modal. Discover pyjamas in pretty patterns and classic designs for a bedtime and relaxation wardrobe to love.
Top Tip – did you know that every Wallace Cotton product has a care label specific to that item? Follow these instructions carefully to ensure your item will be enjoyed for many years to come.
General washing tips
Discover our recommendations for general laundering and information about laundry powders and keeping your whites pristine white.
Our tips for fabric end of life care
When you’ve loved and used your cotton bedding so much that you’ve worn it out, we’ve come up with a few suggestions for recycling or repurposing the fabric, for a sustainable ‘end of life’. From cutting fabric into smaller pieces and use as cleaning cloths and dusters to repurposing for sewing and kids craft projects, discover our tips for extending the life of your cotton bedding.