Five simple rules that apply to every fabric.
- No bleach. Ever.
- No tumble dryer.
- Iron silk and embroidered sarees on the reverse side only.
- Store in cotton or muslin, not sealed plastic.
- If a saree feels stiff after washing, a light iron while still damp brings it back.
Why these rules
Bleach weakens fibre and fades colour. A tumble dryer shrinks and stresses delicate weaves. Reverse-side ironing protects zari and embroidery. Sealed plastic traps moisture, which can leave marks and a stale smell.
Fabric by fabric
Cotton · Linen · Silk · Modal and Tencel · Viscose and rayon · Chanderi and Maheshwari · Embroidery and stone work
Every product page also lists the care for that exact saree. When it differs from the general guide, follow the product page.
Quick answers
Can I use bleach on a saree?
No. Bleach weakens fibre and fades colour.
Can I tumble dry a saree?
No. A tumble dryer shrinks and stresses delicate weaves.
Why iron silk and embroidered sarees on the reverse side?
It protects zari and embroidery.
How should I store my sarees?
In cotton or muslin, not sealed plastic, which traps moisture and can leave marks and a stale smell.
What if the product page differs from the general guide?
Follow the product page. It lists the care for that exact saree.
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