· Wash as Synthetics.
· Machine washable to 50° (hand hot, medium wash).
· Hand Wash - Hand hot, cold rinse, short spin or drip dry.
· Before washing, close all zips, undo buttons and flatten out collars and cuffs.
· Check pockets and linings for loose or sharp objects.
· Turn garments inside out to reduce abrasion to avoid contamination from other garments during the washing cycle.
· Do not overload the washing machine.
· Always use the correct amount of detergent depending on how dirty the garments are.

The iron symbols advise the optimum temperature at which to iron. The dots represent the recommended iron temperature; the more dots the hotter the iron.

Pinnees recommend ironing up to 150° (Warm) this is indicated by two dots on the iron symbol.

Do not iron directly onto a printed garment. Always iron on the reverse.

When ironing dark garments avoid “iron shine” by either pressing on the inside of the fabric or through a damp cloth.

Do not iron over buttons, try to press around them.

Always attempt to clean stains before they dry. Most stains can be removed with cold water (never use hot water - this may cause the stain to set).

If using a stain remover test on a small inconspicuous area first.

Place the stain to be removed over an absorbent cloth. First target the area around the stain and then work towards the centre, preventing it from spreading into the fabric.

If you are unsure about tackling the stain consider taking the garment to a dry cleaners.

Alcohol (Beer and Spirits)

Rinse or soak the stain in luke warm water and then launder in heavy duty detergent as per the care label.

Ball Point Pen

Apply methylated spirit or glycerine sparingly and mop up any loose colour. Rub any remaining stain with detergent and wash as per the care label.

Blood, Gravy, Egg, Ice-cream, Chocolate

Soak the stain in cold water, or in warm soapy water and then wash immediately as per the care label.

Coffee and Tea

Soak up liquid with an absorbent cloth and sponge with warm water. Rinse with cold water and wash as per the care label.

Fat, Grease and Oils

Remove as much of the deposit as possible and work in neat washing up liquid with a cloth of similar colour to your garment. Treat with warm water and then wash immediately as per the care label.

Make-up

Do not rub the stain. Pat with talcum powder to soak up any grease and then work in neat washing up liquid with a cloth of similar colour to your garment before washing.

Perspiration

Sponge with weak solution of water and vinegar then rinse. Launder as per the care label.

White Wine

Rinse the stain in warm water, then soak in a warm detergent solution.

Red Wine

First soak the stained area immediately in white wine or soda water to remove the colour, then launder as per the care label.

Always store your garments hung on an appropriate clothes hanger to retain its shape

Shrinkage: The major factors contributing to shrinkage are heat and excessive agitation. Do not wash at too high a temperature. Always wash on the most appropriate cycle and follow the care instructions.

Pilling & Bobbling: Abrasion and lack of regular washing cause fibre balls to appear on the surface of the fabric. Remove by carefully brushing or picking off.

Fading in Sunlight: Sunlight can be very harmful to fabrics and the effects are irreversible. Reduce exposure to direct sunlight wherever possible.

Colour Staining: Always wash similar colours together. Never leave damp garments together for any length of time.