How to Dry Bamboo Clothing – Flat, Hanging or Tumble Dried?

Short answer: The best way to dry bamboo clothing is air drying: hang shirts, T-shirts and nightwear on a hanger, and lay knitted or heavy items flat. The tumble dryer should be a last resort, since the heat shrinks and wears down bamboo fibres. Fortunately bamboo dries faster than cotton.

Hang drying: for most things

T-shirts, undershirts, nightwear and shirts dry best on a hanger or a drying rack. Give the garment a light shake and smooth the seams with your hands as you hang it up, and most creases disappear by themselves. That goes for everything from bamboo T-shirts for men to bamboo nightdresses for women.

Flat drying: for heavy and stretchy items

Heavy or very stretchy items such as bamboo hoodies, leggings and knitwear can stretch out if they hang while soaking wet. Lay them flat on a drying rack or a towel, and turn them over along the way. That way they keep their fit.

Tumble dryer and radiator: watch out for the heat

The dryer shrinks bamboo and makes the surface go fuzzy, and clothes placed directly on a scorching radiator can end up stiff and out of shape. If you are in a hurry, spin at a low speed and hang the clothes up with plenty of air around them; bamboo viscose releases moisture quickly. Read the full care routine in the complete washing guide for bamboo clothing, and see why the fabric behaves the way it does in bamboo and temperature regulation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best way to dry bamboo clothing?

Air drying on a hanger or a drying rack is best. Heavy and stretchy items should be laid flat so they do not lose their shape.

Can bamboo clothing hang in the sun?

Briefly, yes, but longer periods in direct sunlight can fade the colours. Dry dark bamboo clothing in the shade or indoors.

How quickly does bamboo clothing dry?

Faster than cotton. Bamboo viscose releases moisture easily, so most items are dry within a few hours at room temperature.