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Care of Hand-woven Cotton Place Mats

Hand-woven cotton place mats sound more fragile than they really are. Cotton is a very sturdy material that withstands everyday wear and tear better than many other fabrics. Don’t be afraid to use your cotton place mats on a regular basis. Caring for your hand-woven cotton place mats is fairly easy, since they are machine washable and dryable.

Things You'll Need

  • Stain remover
  • Laundry detergent
  • Washing machine
  • Clothes dryer
  • Clothes iron
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Instructions

    • 1

      Check the label on the back of the place mat for any care instructions. Follow these instructions to avoid damaging the place mats.

    • 2

      Treat any stains on the place mats with a stain remover before you wash the mats. Dab the stain remover onto the stains, and rub gently to loosen them.

    • 3

      Wash the place mats with your regular detergent in a washing machine. Set the water temperature to cold to keep the colors from fading or bleeding.

    • 4

      Dry the place mats in a clothes dryer on a low heat setting to keep them from shrinking. Remove them from the dryer immediately after the cycle is finished, and flatten them with your hands to prevent wrinkles.

    • 5

      Remove stubborn wrinkles by ironing the place mats. Set the iron to a medium-hot temperature, or around 250 degrees Fahrenheit.