{"product_id":"liquid-detergent-wool-delicates","title":"Liquid Detergent for Knitwear and Delicates","description":"\u003cp\u003eWool, alpaca and cashmere are natural fibres, and harsh detergents are the quickest way to ruin them. Our Knitwear \u0026amp; Delicates Detergent is a gentle liquid wash made to clean, protect and extend the life of your most treasured pieces, from walking socks to fine jumpers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is designed for delicate fabrics such as wool, cashmere, silk and fine lingerie. It keeps fibres soft, helps prevent damage and stretching, and keeps your favourites looking and feeling like new, wash after wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy it matters for your socks\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBiological detergents and fabric conditioners can break down or coat natural fibres, so socks lose their softness, warmth and breathability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA gentle wool wash helps alpaca and merino keep their natural odour resistance and moisture control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLooking after the fibre means your socks last longer, so you get more wear from every pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMachine wash:\u003c\/strong\u003e use a wool or delicates cycle at 30°C or below, and turn socks inside out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand wash:\u003c\/strong\u003e dissolve a small amount in cool or lukewarm water, soak gently, then rinse in water of the same temperature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSqueeze out excess water (don't wring), then dry flat or air dry away from direct heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePop socks in our Washing Net Bag to protect them in the drum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlpaca and merino socks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWool and cashmere knitwear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilk and fine lingerie\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who wants their natural-fibre clothes to last\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use normal washing liquid on wool socks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe don't recommend it. Many everyday detergents contain enzymes that are designed to break down proteins, and wool and alpaca are protein fibres. A dedicated wool wash is much kinder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need fabric conditioner?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Conditioner coats the fibre and reduces breathability. Alpaca and merino are naturally soft without it.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Noble Socks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58902628991308,"sku":"ACC-DET-WOOL","price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1076\/1800\/9420\/files\/liquiddetergentforknitwear.webp?v=1789992580","url":"https:\/\/noblesocks.co.uk\/products\/liquid-detergent-wool-delicates","provider":"Noble Socks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}