Lawn Is Delicate — Here's Why
Pakistani lawn fabric is a fine cotton weave, typically 65–80 count thread. The higher the thread count, the finer and more delicate the fabric. The digital prints on lawn are applied with dyes that can bleed if exposed to hot water or rough washing.
The Right Way to Wash Lawn
Cold water only. Hot water causes lawn to shrink (up to 10% on the first wash) and causes printed colours to bleed into white or light areas.
Hand wash or delicate machine cycle. Agitation in a regular machine cycle damages the weave and fades prints. If using a machine, put the garment in a mesh laundry bag, use the delicate cycle, and cold water.
Mild detergent only. Avoid biological detergents (enzymes break down the cotton fibres) and anything with bleach or optical brighteners. Woolite or a mild liquid detergent works well.
The First Wash Is Critical
Before wearing a new lawn piece for the first time, wash it separately in cold water with a small amount of white vinegar (half cup in the rinse water). This sets the dyes and prevents colour bleeding onto other garments in future washes.
Drying Lawn
Never put lawn in a dryer. The heat causes irreversible shrinkage and fading.
Dry flat or hang on a padded hanger in shade. Direct sunlight fades printed lawn significantly over time.
Ironing
Iron lawn on the reverse side (inside out) on a low to medium heat setting. Never iron directly on a print — the heat can cause the print to transfer or fade.
A light spritz of water before ironing makes the process easier and gives a crisper result.
Storing Lawn
Store lawn in a cool, dry place. The cotton is susceptible to moisture damage and mould in humid conditions. In humid Canadian summers, store in a drawer rather than a hanging wardrobe if possible.
For long-term storage (e.g. seasonal pieces you won't wear for months), wrap in white muslin cloth rather than plastic — plastic can cause yellowing over time.