Easy care , easy wear
Wool is carbon efficient — an effective insulator , wool will reduce the need for heating and protect against heat loss making it highly carbon efficient .
Wool is non allergenic — able to trap dust within its microscopic scales , wool prevents floating dust in the home so that it can be vacuumed later . This keeps the air cleaner for breathing .
Easy care , easy wear
Practical …
Practical performance — that is the option needed for interior furnishings and flooring . Wool is often misconstrued as being sensitive ; this is wrong . Wool is tough and serviceable and will take the harsh life it endures because of its unique structure . Dust and dirt do not penetrate the fibre , but are trapped in the scales on the surface until suction vacuumed .
Clean Easy
Naturally , as in everything we use , wool will benefit from cleaning . Vacuuming — the refreshing of the pile in a carpet or rug – is the best way to do this . In cloth , cleaning instructions should always be followed .
Even spillages are not instantly absorbed by wool — its scaly surface and waxy film will initially repel liquid spills . A spill will sit on the surface , which allows it to be dealt with . As in all things , prompt action for all occurrences of this kind is always best . �
10 Things to keep in mind if a spill occurs
1 . Deal with the spill immediately . 2 . Use clean white paper towels or terry towels .
3 . Absorb as much of the spill as possible using plenty of dry towels .
4 . Dilute spill with clean , cold water if necessary .
5 . Work from the edge towards the middle of the spill .
6 . Continue to dab and blot . 7 . Use enough pressure to absorb the spill fully . 8 . Repeat number four if necessary . 9 . Dry the wet area as much as possible . 10 . Restore the pile gently .
Did You Know …? Research shows that wool ’ s overall stain resistance is significantly better than that of cotton , acrylic and polyester fabrics .
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