Washing gloves in a washing machine

Washing gloves in a washing machine Leather gloves help protect delicate hands during cold weather and complete a stylish look. Like other accessories, they become dirty with wear and require regular care. Let's find out whether gloves are machine washable and what to do if the product label strictly prohibits machine washing.

Is it worth using a machine?

To understand which method of cleaning leather gloves is preferable, you need to study the label. The label indicates whether the item can be machine washed, what water temperature is optimal, and how to dry the item. If there are no restrictions on the label regarding the automatic machine, then you can proceed.

It is recommended to wash leather gloves in the washing machine with the drum half empty, on a delicate program.

Be sure to not overfill the washing machine. Otherwise, increased friction between the leather and other items in the drum will be unavoidable. This could damage the material.

The algorithm of actions will be as follows:

Place the gloves in a special washing bag;
Pour liquid or cleansing gel into the tray;
Use the selector to select “Delicate” or “Manual” mode;
Adjust the temperature. It is important that it does not exceed 30°C;
disable the "Spin" option;
set the "Super rinse" function;
start the cycle.

Once the process is complete, remove the accessory from the pouch and gently squeeze it with your hands, without twisting the material. If any stains remain on the leather, rinse the gloves by hand a few more times. If this doesn't help, rub the whitish stains with lemon juice to neutralize them.

What if using a machine gun is prohibited?

Washing leather gloves by hand is very easy. The item is small, so you won't need to apply excessive pressure. To clean the item:

fill a basin with cool water (temperature up to 30°C);
pour detergent into a container or dissolve shampoo in water;
stir the solution until a soapy “cap” is formed;
put the gloves in water and gently crush them;
if there are stains, treat with a soft soapy sponge;
Rinse the product until all traces of liquid or gel disappear.

To soften the leather and give the gloves a shine, you can add a spoonful of glycerin to the water during the final rinse.

Then, lightly squeeze the accessory without wringing it and let it dry. Let's look at how to dry it.

Removing moisture from leather goods

It's important to dry leather gloves properly. Leather is a delicate material and doesn't forgive mistakes. Therefore, it's important to follow these guidelines:

After completing a light “manual” wringing, you need to lay the gloves out on a horizontal surface, placing a towel or sheet underneath them;
Products should be dried away from radiators and electric heaters;
It is forbidden to speed up the drying process with a hairdryer;
As the moisture evaporates, knead the gloves with your hands. This will help prevent the material from deforming and drying out.

After it dries completely, you will have to “work” with your favorite accessory some more. Dry leather gloves should be brushed to make them soft and lubricated with castor oil. If you follow all the rules, the items will be even better after washing than they were in the store.

Professional advice

Experts recommend familiarizing yourself with the specific properties of genuine leather and taking into account all the nuances of the washing process before washing. First, test the item's water resistance to prevent possible deformation.

Testing is very simple: wet a small patch of the material in an inconspicuous area. If the leather texture remains unchanged, you can safely wash the gloves.

You can find the tag inside the product. The tag contains the manufacturer's cleaning instructions. Most gloves are hand-washable only; in rare cases, they can be machine-washed.

Here are a few basic tips for cleaning leather gloves:

wash only in cold water at temperatures up to 30°C;
You cannot twist the items by hand or wring them out in the machine;
It is permissible to use only liquid detergents that do not contain aggressive substances;
Do not rub the skin too hard;
You can remove stains from the material using a sponge or napkin.

As for cleaning frequency, it should only be done in extreme cases. Frequent washing significantly reduces the lifespan of gloves and leads to wear and tear of the material.