You can wash your quilted wool pillow case, but you have to do it with care, and never in a washing machine. You can also hang your pillow case outside on a sunny day to refresh the wool instead of washing.
Here at Floks, we call shrinkage “felting” - Felting happens when wool fibres are twisted, agitated, or exposed to sudden temperature changes. Wool naturally has a crimp to it, which gets relaxed during it's natural processing. But if it’s handled roughly or washed incorrectly, the fibres tighten back up, causing that dreaded dense, shrunken feel.
The trick? Keep things gentle and consistent. The number one rule of washing wool is no agitation. The second? Match your water temperatures. If you start with warm water, rinse with warm water. If you wash in cold, rinse in cold. Sudden temperature shifts can shock the fibres, leading to unwanted shrinkage.
At Floks, we love wool for its cloud-like comfort and breathable magic. Follow these simple steps, and your quilted wool pillows will stay as plush and cosy as the day you got them.
1. Unzip the case and carefully remove the loose wool or pillow from the case in one piece. Pop the filling outside in the sunshine on a clean surface.
2. Using a mild, wool detergent, gently wash and rinse your pillow case in the same temperature water (a bath or large sink is ideal). Gently press the excess water out - never twist or squeeze.
3. Leave your pillow case on a clean, flat surface to fully dry before re-filling.
Enjoy your fresh pillow and have the best nights sleep with Floks natural, sustainable, luxury quilted wool pillow.