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How to Wash a Sweater

How to Care for Your Sweaters

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Read the washing instructions before you wash your sweater

Before you go and throw any sweater in the washer, [read the label](/en-us/fabric-softener-tips/laundry-faqs/laundry-care-symbols) to make sure it’s washer safe. Keep sweaters separated from rougher, heavier fabrics like denim. Turn them inside out, button any and all buttons, and zip up any zippers. 

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Use Downy fabric softeners to protect sweaters from damage

Be sure to use a gentle detergent, like [Tide<sup>®</sup>](https://tide.com/en-us/shop/type/liquid/tide-original-liquid) to clean your sweater. Add [Downy Fabric Conditioner](/en-us/fabric-softener/liquid-fabric-conditioner/ultra-downy-april-fresh) to help protect sweaters from damage. And use the gentlest wash cycle.

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If your sweater is dryer safe, toss it in and use the lowest heat setting possible. If the dryer isn’t an option, then lay your sweater out flat to air dry. With these simple instructions, you can keep all of your sweaters soft, smelling great, and protected from pilling and fuzz.

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Prevent sweaters from stretching and piling using Downy liquid fabric conditioners

The conditioning power of Downy also helps prevent stretching and fading, so your sweaters will stay looking newer, longer.   

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Keep your sweaters smooth with less fuzz & pilling using Downy Fabric Conditioners. Read the label to know how to wash & dry any sweater by hand or washing machine

How To Wash A Sweater - Prevent Pilling And Fuzz | Downy

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When the weather outside gets frightful, it’s time to bust out the sweaters. With these tips, you’ll learn to keep your sweaters smooth, with less fuzzing and pilling.