Why bamboo clothing should not be ironed hot

Short answer: High heat weakens viscose fibres and can leave shiny marks on the fabric. If you have to iron, do it on low heat and preferably while the fabric is slightly damp.

Heat weakens the fibre

Viscose takes less heat than cotton. A hot iron can leave permanent shiny marks.

Low heat and steam

Use the lowest setting and preferably steam. Moisture makes the fibres pliable, so the creases fall out at a lower temperature.

Iron from the wrong side

If you turn the garment, the heat hits the side that is not seen. That protects the surface.

Hang it up instead

Most creases drop out on their own if the clothes are hung up straight after washing. That is the easiest solution.

Steam from the shower

Hang the clothes in the bathroom while you shower. The steam straightens most creases without an iron.

Shirts

Shirts are the items that most often call for ironing. See bamboo shirt for men.

See also

More on the subject in should bamboo clothing be ironed.

Bedding

Bedding is what people iron most often. It is rarely necessary if the cover is shaken out well and put on straight away. See bamboo bedding.

Frequently asked questions

Can bamboo clothing be ironed?

Yes, but on low heat and preferably on slightly damp fabric.

What happens at too high a heat?

The fibres are weakened and shiny marks can appear that do not go away.

Can I avoid ironing?

Usually yes. Hang the clothes up straight after washing.