Care

All SUKU yarns are OEKO-TEX certified and each fabric is carefully chosen and made in Java to reduce our carbon footprint. All SUKU dyes are non-toxic, which means we can manage the consistency of our dye lots, reduce textile waste, and reduce our water usage. All SUKU pieces come freshly pre-washed and pre-shrunk, so they are ready for use when you receive them.

 

All SUKU pieces only need to be washed frequently as necessary, but as seldom as possible! Following the washing and care instructions for each of your pieces will ensure that they stay in the best condition. Your different SUKU pieces may require different care, so remember to check here for the right detailed instructions on how to look after your SUKU.

 

 

100% BAMBOO (including Bedding)

Please machine wash these pieces inside out in COLD water only (no hotter than 20°C) on a delicate cycle with similar colours. Rough cycles, such as extensive or cotton cycles, can cause the bamboo to pill. Use a small amount of natural detergent and avoid fabric softeners, bleach, napisan, tea tree oil, or detergents with brightening agents.

 

Do not tumble dry, wring or rub your new SUKU piece. Dry on a line in the shade and store folded neatly. Exposure to any heat will cause your bamboo SUKU pieces to shrink significantly, so please avoid washing, drying, or storing your SUKU near, or exposed to sources of heat. This includes drying your SUKU pieces outside on extremely hot days.

 

If you experience any shrinkage, use a garment steamer to restore the piece to its original size, do not use an iron! You can also avoid this by gently pulling the pieces when wet to remove creases, and this works especially well for the bamboo pyjama pants.

 

If you experience any pilling, use a gentle fabric shaver to lightly go over the material. This should not happen multiple times and should only need to be treated once.

 

 

BAMBOO JERSEY (T-shirting)

Please hand wash this garment in COLD water only. Use a small amount of natural detergent and avoid fabric softeners, bleach, napisan, tea tree oil, or detergents with brightening agents. To keep the bamboo soft, make sure to thoroughly rinse the garment.

 

Do not tumble dry, wring or rub your new SUKU piece. Dry flat in the shade and store folded neatly. If it is hung, the bamboo jersey may stretch and pull down, meaning you'll eventually lose the shape of your garment.

 

 

ORGANIC COTTON AND COTTON POPLIN

Please machine wash these pieces inside out in COLD water only (no hotter than 20°C) on a delicate cycle with similar colours. Use a small amount of natural detergent and avoid fabric softeners, bleach, napisan, tea tree oil, or detergents with brightening agents.

 

Do not tumble dry, wring or rub your new SUKU piece, but instead gently re-shape when damp. Drying with high heat can cause more than 4% shrinkage in organic cotton. Our cotton pieces can be steamed or ironed at low temperature, however, this should not be necessary if you re-shape the garment while it is damp.

 

 

COTTON KNITWEAR

Please machine wash these pieces inside out in COLD water only (no hotter than 20°C) on a delicate cycle with similar colours. Place your pieces in a mesh washing bag to preserve elasticity and prevent tearing and snagging in the machine. Use a small amount of natural detergent and avoid fabric softeners, bleach, napisan, tea tree oil, or detergents with brightening agents.

 

Do not tumble dry, wring or rub your new SUKU piece, but instead gently re-shape when damp. The high heat of a dryer will reduce the fabric's elasticity. Dry flat in the shade and store folded neatly.