"The hot water in your machine can break down adhesives, and things like sequins can also damage the drum or door glass as they're spinning round at high speed. Ties are easy to shrink or damage, and even if your suit is made from cotton or polyester, the interfacing (which gives them their structured shape) can dissolve and bend out of shape in water."
"These fabrics are better off going to the dry cleaners as they will only get damaged in a washing machine. If you're thinking about washing an item which has a faded care label, or is missing one altogether, it's always best to err on the side of caution and assume it can't go in the washing machine."
Which? experts have identified eight items that should never be placed in a washing machine. Clothes with embellishments, glitter, lace, and fringing disintegrate under high heat as hot water breaks down adhesives and sequins can damage the drum or door glass. Ties and suits should be avoided because their interfacing dissolves and loses shape in water, even if made from cotton or polyester. Memory foam pillows are too delicate and tear easily. Fabrics like fur, leather, suede, velvet, and rayon require dry cleaning to prevent damage. When care labels are faded or missing, it is best to assume items cannot be machine washed.
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