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FIBRE GUIDE / SYNTHETIC

How to care for polyester and nylon blends.

Polyester and nylon are synthetic fibres used in many garments, but surface finishes, insulation, bonded seams and decorative elements determine the finished-item instructions.

FINISHED GARMENT FIRSTSOURCE-LED ADVICE
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FABRIC FIELD NOTE / POLYESTERpolyesterDO NOT GUESS FROM THE FIBRE NAME

01 / BEFORE YOU START

Read the sewn-in care label first.

Read the wash tub for the actual temperature and movement limit. Separate lint-shedding towels from smooth synthetics where practical, and respect any written detergent restrictions.

02 / DRYING & SHAPE

The step that can change a garment.

Use the drying mark rather than assuming synthetics can tolerate a hot dryer. Some pieces allow low heat while others need air drying to protect their construction.

03 / COMMON MISTAKE

What not to assume.

Do not set an iron to the cotton or linen setting because the garment appears thick. Check the iron dots and use a cloth when appropriate.

04 / MATCH YOUR MARKS

Care symbols worth checking.

Only the garment's own symbols and manufacturer instructions can establish permitted temperatures, cycles or drying methods. This material article is not a personalized safety guarantee.

REFERENCE CHECK / 01 NOV 2026

Source notes and publication editions

Care marks describe permitted treatments for the finished article, not a guarantee of results. Some standards require purchase and the illustrations here are independent teaching representations. Read the evidence and licensing limits.