How to wash bamboo socks so they last longest

Short answer: 40 degrees, inside out, no fabric softener and low heat when drying. Those four things extend the life more than anything you can pay for.

40 degrees is enough

Grease and dirt from feet release at 40 degrees. A higher temperature does not make the socks cleaner but wears fibres and elastic faster. See washing and care.

Inside out

The wear in the machine hits the outer side. Turn the sock and it hits the inside, and the colour on the outside lasts longer. See all bamboo socks for men.

Fabric softener is the worst

The film from fabric softener cancels the moisture transport, which is the whole reason bamboo socks keep your feet dry.

Heat destroys the elastic

The elastic in the ribbing loses its stretch from heat, not from use. Dry on low heat or hang them up. See all bamboo socks for women.

Frequently asked questions

What temperature should bamboo socks be washed at?

40 degrees. That is enough to remove grease and dirt without unnecessary wear.

Can socks be washed at 60 degrees?

Yes, but only occasionally. Day to day it wears more than it helps.

Can bamboo socks be tumble dried?

On low heat. High heat destroys the elastic in the ribbing.