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Pflegeratgeber: Heimtextilien, Bettwäsche & Handtücher richtig pflegen

Hier findest du praktische Tipps und Pflegehinweise für deine Heimtextilien – damit Bettwäsche, Handtücher & Co. lange schön bleiben. Von der richtigen Waschtemperatur bis zum Trocknen: Wir erklären, worauf es ankommt.

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Vorbereitung: Der Grundstein für langanhaltende Qualität

Before the laundry goes into the drum, a few simple steps determine the lifespan of the fibers.

  • Sort by color: Wash light and dark textiles strictly separately. This is especially important with brightly colored designs to prevent a gray cast or color bleeding onto lighter areas.
  • The inside-out trick: Always turn duvet covers and pillowcases inside out. This prevents the printed outer surface from rubbing directly against the drum or other textiles – protecting the delicate details of the designs.
  • Closure technique: Close zippers and button plackets completely. Open zippers act like tiny saws in the machine and can tear tiny holes in the fabric.
  • Loading the machine: Do not overload the washing machine. Textiles need space to be rinsed. An overfilled drum increases mechanical stress and leads to increased pilling (small balls of fabric).

Die Kunst der richtigen Temperatur

Higher temperatures are not always better. Modern detergents are effective even at low temperatures.

  • 30°C to 40°C (standard temperature): Ideal for the regular cleaning of brightly printed percale or flannel bed linen. This protects the cotton fibers and saves energy.
  • 60°C (Hygiene Wash): This temperature should only be used for heavily soiled items or for allergy sufferers (with microfiber) to effectively kill mites. Always check the sewn-in care label.
  • Prevent shrinkage: Cotton is a natural product and can shrink easily at excessively high temperatures. A moderate wash cycle will preserve the fit.

Waschmittelkunde: Schützen statt Bleichen

The choice of detergent determines how long the colors of your textiles will remain vibrant.

  • Color detergent (liquid or powder): The best choice for colorful prints. It contains no optical brighteners or bleach, thus sealing the color pigments into the fabric.
  • Avoid fabric softener: * With microfiber: Fabric softener coats the synthetic fibers like a film and clogs the pores. Breathability is lost.
  • For terry towels and hand towels: Too much fabric softener reduces the absorbency of the cotton loops.
  • Vinegar as a natural helper: A small splash of light white vinegar in the fabric softener compartment fixes colors during the first wash and has a natural descaling effect without stressing the fibers.

Trocknen und Glätten

How the laundry comes out of the machine is crucial for how it feels on the skin.

  • In the fresh air: Drying on a clothesline is the gentlest method. But be careful: Hang colorful bedding inside out in direct sunlight, as UV rays act like a natural bleaching agent.
  • In the tumble dryer: Select a gentle drying program ("cupboard dry" instead of "extra dry"). Drying for too long at high heat makes the fibers brittle and leads to creases.
  • The ironing secret: It's best to iron percale bed linen when it's slightly damp. The heat from the iron then effortlessly smooths the fibers and gives them a luxurious sheen.

Find your favorite material: Whether warm flannel or cool percale – each material offers a different feel against the skin. In our material guide, you'll learn everything about the special features of your bedding and other home textiles .

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Care Symbols Explained

Proper care extends the life of your high-quality textiles – here’s what the symbols mean
Waschen bei 30°C

Wash at 30°C

Protects colors and fibers, saves energy and extends the lifespan of your textiles
Schonend waschen bei 30°C

Wash gently at 30°C

For delicate materials and fine fabrics – particularly gentle treatment
Sehr schonend waschen bei 30°C

Wash very gently at 30°C

Maximum protection for high-quality textiles such as silk, wool, and lace
Nur Handwäsche

Hand wash only

Extra gentle care for the most delicate fabrics and luxury textiles
Nicht waschen

Do not wash

Professional Cleaning Recommended – for Lasting Quality and Beauty

Bleaching

Bleichen erlaubt

Bleaching allowed

Chlorine and oxygen bleach possible – for radiantly white textiles
Bleichen mit Sauerstoff

Bleaching with oxygen

We believe in creating something better.
Bleichen nicht erlaubt

Bleaching not allowed

Do not use bleach – to protect color and material

Drying

Trocknen bei niedriger Temperatur

Drying at low temperature

Gentle drying for delicate fabrics – prevents shrinkage and fiber damage
Trocknen bei normaler Temperatur

Drying at normal temperature

We believe in creating something better.
Trocknen bei hoher Temperatur

Drying at high temperature

Intensive drying for hard-wearing textiles like towels and bed linen
Liegend trocknen

Dry lying down

Dry flat to maintain shape – ideal for knits and delicate textiles
Nicht trocknen

Do not dry

Do not tumble dry – air drying recommended

Ironing

Bügeln bis 110°C

Iron up to 110°C

Low temperature for delicate fabrics such as silk, acetate and viscose
Bügeln bis 150°C

Iron up to 150°C

Medium temperature for wool, polyester and blended fabrics
Bügeln bis 200°C

Iron up to 200°C

High temperature for cotton and linen – for perfectly smooth results
Nicht bügeln

Do not iron

Do not iron – material is sensitive to ironing or already wrinkle-free

Cleaning

Reinigung mit Kohlenwasserstoff

Cleaning with hydrocarbons

Gentle professional cleaning – more environmentally friendly than perchlorethylene
Reinigung mit Perchlorethylen

Cleaning with perchloroethylene

We believe in creating something better.
Nassreinigung

Wet cleaning

Water-based professional cleaning – especially gentle and ecological
Nassreinigung schonend

Gentle wet cleaning

Professional wet cleaning with reduced mechanical stress
Nassreinigung sehr schonend

Wet cleaning is very gentle

We believe in creating something better.
Nicht chemisch reinigen

Do not dry clean

Do not dry clean – hand wash or wet clean only

Care Symbols Explained

  • The numbers indicate the maximum permissible temperature , e.g. 30 °C or 95 °C.
  • The dots indicate the temperature range , e.g.:

    • = low temperature

    •• = average temperature

    ••• = high temperature


  • The lines under the symbol represent the type of treatment , e.g.:

    one line = gentle

    two lines = very gentle


  • A crossed-out symbol means that the corresponding treatment is not permitted .