Washing and care instructions
KLÄSSBOLS LINEN WAREHOUSE
Linen that lasts for generations
Here you will find everything you need to take care of your Klässbol products properly.
How to wash your linen
1. Soak before washing
Soak new linen in lukewarm water for 20–30 minutes. Soak larger cloths for 1–2 hours to soften the fibers properly. This reduces creases and allows more water to be used in the washing machine.
Linen textiles should be washed at 60° C, but difficult stains may require a higher temperature, but not higher than 80° C.
Expect 5–7% shrinkage when washing new linen for the first time. Difficult stains can be washed at up to 80°C, but never higher, as the linen will lose its shine and strength.
2. Choose the right detergent
Use color-safe detergent or detergent without bleach.
Got a stain? Treat stains as soon as possible.
We recommend using gall soap and linseed oil soap, which are effective and environmentally friendly. Feel free to try both (available in our stores and also in the online store).
See tips a little further down the page.
3. Water-rich program, not eco
Choose the program with the most water. Do not wash in eco mode. It is too water-saving. Add extra rinse. Clean the fluff filter before washing.
Wash linen separately, not with other materials
4. Centrifugation and drying
Use a maximum of 400–800 rpm, or remove the spin cycle altogether if possible. High speed breaks the fibers and impairs quality. Clear the door of fluff when the wash is finished.
Hang dry after washing. Natural and colored linen should not be dried in strong sunlight. Do not stack wet textiles on top of each other – roll them up damp before ironing or ironing. Avoid tumble drying.
5. Ironing and mangling
Hang dry after washing. Iron or iron well damp on three points. If you have a cold iron, iron several times for maximum shine. Natural-colored linen should not be dried in strong sunlight.
Stain removal
Always start treating the stain immediately, the sooner the better.
Red wine · Berries · Root vegetables
Boiling water
Pour boiling water through the stain while rubbing gently with your fingers (wear a rubber glove) or a sponge. Alternatively, dip the stain in hot boiled milk and let it soak.
Blood Egg
Cold water
Treat with cold water and bile soap or linseed oil soap. Never use hot water as this coagulates the protein and sets the stain.
All stains
Bile soap & linseed oil soap
Our best advice for most types of stains. Effective, environmentally friendly and gentle on the fabric. We sell both products in stores and you can also find the linseed oil soap in our online store.
Special products
Curtains
Wash at 30 °C. Allow for approximately 2% shrinkage (length and width) on the first wash. Do not tumble dry.
By the meter
Are you going to reupholster furniture? Don't wash the fabric beforehand. Unwashed fabric resists stains better and keeps its shape longer.
Large tableclothes
Check the maximum weight of your washing machine. Want to be safe? Hand in the tablecloth to us and we will take care of it and make sure it is ready for the next party!
Common questions
My table runner/tablecloth is wrinkled – what do I do?
Linen is a living natural material and slight variations may occur. Dampen the runner and shape it carefully by hand, or wash and iron it slightly damp. This will give it its beautiful drape and can adorn your table for many years to come.
I have a knot in my linen product, what do I do?
Knots can occur in woven fabrics and it is a natural part of the craft when a thread runs out or is replaced during weaving. Sometimes a thread can also stick out a little from the surface.
Send us a picture and a short description and we will look into it and get back to you.
I have threads/residues sticking out of my cloth/linen product
Linen is a natural material and it is completely normal for small threads or tufts to stick out of the linen product. Gently pull them out by hand or use tweezers, that is all that is needed.
If you have any questions, you are always welcome to contact us.
The edge looks crooked or uneven – is it a defect?
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There is a lot of fluff – is this normal?
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Can I tumble dry?
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Large tablecloth? Let us wash it for you.
We offer a professional laundry service - drop it off at Klässbol or at our store in Stockholm.
Three generations of knowledge – in five minutes
Dick Johansson, the third generation Johansson at Klässbols Linneväveri. Here he shares his best tips and advice so that you can take care of your linen the right way, just like we have always done.
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