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    How to care for your ioMerino

    October 01, 2018 2 min read

    How to care for your ioMerino

    ioMerino may be naturally stick-resistant, but you’re still going to want to wash it every now and then, so here are a few tips on how best to keep it in tip-top condition.

     

    Washing and Drying

    • Wash similar colours together
    • Wash products with prints inside out
    • Zip up any zippers
    • Use warm or cool machine wash only – do not hot wash.
    • Machine delicate to normal wash 
    • Use regular washing powder or liquid detergent  (Avoid products that contain optical brighteners, enzymes, bleach, stain removers etc because these can be a bit harsh on the merino and even cause small holes.)  
    • Do not bleach
    • ioMerino is the most comfortable Merino on earth, so you don’t need to use fabric softener
    • Do not iron prints or labels
    • Line dry your ioMerino in the shade
    • Cool to warm steam iron inside out to re-shape, or use a specific wool setting.

    For best results, hand wash your ioMerino Beanies. Do not hot machine wash. 

     

    Storage

    • Make sure your garments are clean before storing.
    • Store garments in a dry place, sealed tub or plastic bag.
    • Garments should be folded rather than hung and kept out of the sun.

     

    Pilling 

    Pilling is a natural process that can occur when shorter fibres come to the surface of the fabric. To help avoid pilling, wash your new garment within three wears, turn garment inside when washing, avoid abrasive surfaces and rubbing and use a more gentle wash cycle. 

     

    What not to do

    We’ve all heard about how amazing Merino is and in particular ioMerino, (let’s be honest, we tell you that all the time!), but want the inside scoop on what you should absolutely not do with your Merino? We reveal the top 7 things you should avoid at all costs. Find out here.

     

    More Questions? 

    If we haven’t answered your question in this section or you’d just like to speak to a real-life person, feel free to get in contact with us here. 

    Keep up to date on how to care for your merino and what other adventurers do to keep their Merino fresh on our blog, here. 

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    from 1875 reviews

    The only socks I wear for work, they feel great and never smell.

    David
    Hiking Socks
    Black yoga pants xxl

    Very comfortable , great length , fantastic for travel, would recommend, great quality

    Bernadette Hogan
    Yoga Pants

    They are great, warm, and comfortable even while running.

    Ann Dohnt
    Altitude Neck Warmer
    First impressions

    Good fit good comfort

    Clifford Grove
    Altitude Boxers - Ready for Adventure
    Love it

    Looks and feels great. Has kept me warm under my jacket in Boston. My second one of these and love it

    Vanessa M
    Ultra Zip
    Comfort and smart enough to wear out

    Comfort and smart enough to wear out.

    brendan finnigan
    Glacier Tracksuit Pants
    Worth the expense

    Best and most comfortable merino clothing for the UK and Canada winter. A must buy is the base layers. Tops and leggings. Very happy with my purchase.
    Easy to care.
    Can't wait to use my gear for next trip to Finland 2025.

    Graham White
    Altitude Tee - Southern Cross
    Spot on

    Great slogan as well. As used by owners of e72.au

    G Daly
    Universal Nature Tee
    Perfect

    All set for winter!

    G Daly
    Altitude Crew
    Fantastic for the Camino/long hikes

    I wore this tee on the Camino and loved it. I hand washed it every second night and by morning it was always dry. I love the dazzling blue colour, the higher neckline was great for preventing sunburn and the sleeve length was perfect. I only had two tees with me for 42 days and I never tired of wearing this tee. It has kept its shape and has plenty more wear left in it.

    S.
    Universal Tee - Explore All The Places
    Walked the Camino in them

    Fantastic for hiking and everyday use. I bought two pairs of the bikini briefs for the Camino (40 days of walking) and they were fantastic. They dry really quickly. I would hand wash out a pair at night, roll them in a towel to get the excess moisture out, hang them up and by morning they were always dry. The hot pink colour made them easy to find in my pack too. Love them!

    SUSI
    Zodiac Bikini Brief
    Altitude Boxers

    The boxers themselves are excellent. Great material and a great fit. What set ioMerino apart was the proactive customer service. I was very impressed

    David Fell
    Altitude Boxers - Ready for Adventure
    Best ever socks

    These are the best socks I have ever had. Cushioned and extremely comfortable, they fit in my shoes like much thinner synthetic socks, they can be worn for days before they need washing and they don’t walk down into my shoes.

    Maggie Ramsay
    No Show Socks
    A great investment

    This jumper is going to be my new best friend, even in Australian spring/autumn (or Melbourne summer!).
    In Norway at present - well and truly minus- and it performs wonderfully as a layer, or a quite-dressy top indoors.
    I'm really pleased with the quality, and it's NOT made in China!

    D W
    Pinnacle 2.0
    Altitude Zip

    Perfect for when riding my bike. Long sleeves are great for keeping the sun at bay. I find it breathes well and wicks very nicely. Highly recommended.

    Neil Penny
    Altitude Zip