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The wash guides

280 guides: 10 fabrics on 28 real washing machines, every combination run through the same engine that powers the Lavo app. Checked July 2026.

Start from your fabric

CottonCotton shrinks and runs colour when washed too hot.WoolWool felts and shrinks permanently with heat and agitation.SilkSilk loses its sheen and weakens with heat, strong spin and harsh detergent.CashmereCashmere felts and pills easily because the fibre is so fine.LinenLinen creases heavily and can shrink slightly on a first hot wash.PolyesterPolyester traps odour and can pill or hold creases if washed hot.DenimDenim bleeds indigo and fades with hot water and frequent washing.NylonNylon weakens and can shine or scorch under high heat.AcrylicAcrylic pills and loses shape with agitation and heat.ModalModal stretches and loses shape when washed warm or spun hard.

Or start from your machine

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