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Washing velveteen?

Asked by answerjill (6198points) December 15th, 2011

I think that I just made the mistake of washing a velveteen skirt in the washing machine. When it came out, the nap was all funky. Do you think that I can fix it by ironing it or getting it dry cleaned and pressed? Any other ideas? Thanks!

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Once it is dry rub with a dryer sheet and brush with a natural bristle brush, like boar bristle or a soft coat brush, then, toss into dryer on “fluff” cycle. That might do it, but, no guarantees, sorry. Often the nap remains stiff.

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My experience is velveteen comes out looking almost tie-dyed, all stiff, wrinkled and WRECKED. Take it to a dry cleaner and see if they can restore it.

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