Do not soak longer or you may damage the backing fabric of the faux fur.
How to keep faux fur blanket lining from becomming matted.
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Drain rinse and spin after 15 minutes set the washer to drain and to a low speed spin.
If the faux fur is matted try spraying a bit of hair detangling product on the matted portion and then use a pet brush comb to gently brush out the matted area.
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After you finish this process you can use a hair blow dryer on low setting to help dry and smooth out the detangled faux fur.
Try it when the fleece item is still damp from being washed or dampen the fleece with a spray bottle of water.
Sep 15 2015 i thought i would share a quick tip for all of you newborn photographers who love faux fur but hate the way it gets all matted when you have to wash and dry it.
Brushing the fleece tends to be easiest when it s wet.
It looks and feels like authentic animal fur it is machine washable it is affordable and best of all it comes in a lot of fab color choices.
Lay the fleece on a table pick a corner or less noticeable area with which to start and hold the material in place with one hand while you use the other to vigorously brush the fleece.
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Allow the faux fur to soak in the water and detergent solution for 15 minutes.
Brush the lining with a clean stiff hairbrush.
With a soft bristled clothing brush gently brush through the fur in the opposite direction of its natural nap to restore its bounce and texture.
I realize this is a cure not a prevention but it works.
Polyester minky not acrylic.
Shake the faux fur out to free it of excess water and help wake up its fibers then allow the garment to air dry completely whether you ve hand washed or machine washed it.