What you should know about wash bags

Short answer: A wash bag protects small and delicate pieces from getting tangled in other clothes. It is the cheapest way to extend the lifespan of underwear and socks.

Protects against tangling

Without a bag, socks and briefs wrap around zips and hooks. That is where edges get stretched. See bamboo underwear for women.

Keeps small pieces together

Socks in a bag do not disappear. That solves one of the most widespread irritations. See all bamboo socks for men.

For bras and tights

Those two categories tolerate the least mechanical strain and always belong in a bag. See bamboo bra without underwire.

Do not fill the bag

An overfilled bag means the clothes inside do not get clean. Half full is right. See washing and care.

Close zips first

Bags help, but still close zips and hooks on the rest of the laundry. See bamboo underwear for men.

Frequently asked questions

What is a wash bag used for?

To protect small and delicate pieces from getting tangled in other clothes.

What always belongs in a bag?

Bras and tights. They tolerate the least mechanical strain.

Can the bag be filled completely?

No. An overfilled bag means the clothes inside do not get clean.