Sail fabric care instructions
Washing sailcloth: Care and cleaning instructions
A ceiling sail is not only a stylish element for concealing ceiling lights but also a high-quality fabric that is particularly easy to maintain thanks to its material properties. To ensure your fabric remains smooth, dimensionally stable, and aesthetically pleasing, proper cleaning ensures that light transmission is preserved for years to come.
How to wash a ceiling sail correctly?
Fabric sails from Veroca and SL can easily be cleaned in a washing machine. Use a mild detergent and select a delicate cycle at 30–40 °C.
- Washable at 30–40 °C on a delicate cycle
- Standard detergent without bleach is sufficient
- Do not use ironing spray or fabric softener
- Process while damp for best results
- Do not tumble dry
Ironing your fabric – important notes
To ensure the ceiling sail fabric regains its elegant shape after washing, it should be ironed while still damp. Use plenty of steam and a medium temperature.
Avoid excessive heat: The fabric is made of a permanently flame-retardant material, which can shrink if exposed to extreme heat.
- Iron damp only (steam iron recommended)
- Medium temperature (Level 2 on the iron)
- Do not use ironing spray
Worthy knowledge about fabric care
- Does washing the fabric reduce its fire protection?
- No. Since the flame retardancy is permanently anchored in the fiber, this protection remains fully intact according to DIN 4102 B1 even after many washes.
- Can I put the fabric in the dryer?
- We strongly advise against this to prevent shrinkage. Air drying and ironing while damp is the ideal method.
- What is the best way to hang the sail after washing?
- It is best to mount the sail immediately after ironing while it still has a minimum residual moisture. The tension of the springs will pull the fabric perfectly smooth.
- Do the tension springs need to be removed for washing?
- Yes, please remove all metal parts such as springs or hooks before washing to protect both the fabric and your washing machine.
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