What is the reason for using a bicarbonate of soda soak every 10 washes?
In many areas there are minerals in the water which can remain on the silk fibres after washing and rinsing. The bicarbonate of soda soak, every 10 washes removes the hard water residues from the silk and prolongs the life of the garment and helps to maintain its softness. A Bicarbonate soak can also be used to remove stubborn stains from the garments.