Stiff silk pillowcase texture showing mineral build-up close-up - why silk pillowcases go stiff after washing and how to restore their softness
Silk Pillowcase Feels Stiff? Causes and How to Fix It
A stiff silk pillowcase is nearly always caused by detergent residue, hard water minerals, or heat damage during washing or drying. Here is what causes it and how to restore... Read more...
Worn silk pillowcase showing signs of pilling and reduced sheen - when to replace your silk pillowcase and the warning signs that it is past its best
When to Replace Your Silk Pillowcase: The Signs
When to Replace Your Silk Pillowcase: The Signs Lunelle Team 29 June 2026 13 min read A silk pillowcase does not come with a replacement reminder. There is no mileage... Read more...
Printed silk garment being gently hand laundered in cool water - how to care for printed silk garments without fading or damaging the pattern
Caring for Printed Silk Garments Without Fading the Pattern
Printed silk needs more care than plain silk, but washing it at home is entirely possible. This guide covers the colorfastness test, the right detergent, hand and machine washing, drying,... Read more...
Vibrant coloured silk pillowcase submerged in a gentle cold water wash - how to wash a coloured silk pillowcase without fading or colour bleed
How to Wash a Coloured Silk Pillowcase Without Fading It
Wash a coloured silk pillowcase without fading: cool water, silk-safe detergent, gentle handling and shade drying, plus the mistakes that dull dyed silk fastest. Read more...
Silk care spray bottle next to a neatly folded silk pillowcase - can you safely use a care spray to freshen a silk pillowcase between washes
Silk Care Spray Product: Can You Safely Freshen a Silk Pillowcase?
Can a silk care spray safely freshen a silk pillowcase? When it is silk-safe, the sensitive-skin risks of fragrance, and why the pillowcase does the real work. Read more...
Silk pillowcase neatly folded in a breathable fabric storage bag - how to store silk correctly to prevent yellowing creasing and long-term damage
How to Store Silk Without Wrecking It: A Care Guide That Actually Works
Store silk clean, dry, cool and dark. The conservator-backed rules for folding, tissue, plastic and pests, so your silk still feels new years from now. Read more...
Damaged silk pillowcase showing pilling from incorrect washing - common silk pillowcase care mistakes to avoid and how to fix them
Common Silk Care Mistakes to Avoid (And How to Fix Them)
You spent real money on silk because it was supposed to be different. The soft sheen. The cool, smooth feel. The way it looked on the bed. And for a... Read more...
Freshly laundered Lunelle silk pillowcase laid flat to dry on a clean surface - complete guide to keeping silk looking new and soft long-term
How to Keep Silk Looking New: The Complete Care Guide
Silk cared for correctly can last 15 to 20 years. Here is what actually causes premature wear, how to wash and dry it safely, and how to store it between... Read more...
Silk pillowcase on a bright lit bed - debunking the most common myths about silk care washing and dry cleaning
Common Silk Care Myths Debunked
Most advice about washing silk is either overcautious or flat-out wrong. This guide separates the evidence-backed care rules from the myths that lead people to ruin perfectly good pillowcases. Read more...
Silk care essentials laid out including gentle detergent mesh bag and soft towel - complete kit for washing and maintaining silk pillowcases at home
What You Need for Silk Care: The Complete Kit (No Drama Required)
Caring for silk does not require special equipment or expensive dry cleaning. This guide covers the exact kit you need, how to wash silk safely at home, and what to... Read more...
Colourful Lunelle mulberry silk scrunchies arranged on a clean surface - how to wash silk scrunchies and hair ties safely without ruining them
How to Wash Silk Scrunchies and Hair Ties Without Ruining Them
For the majority of silk scrunchies and hair ties where the label allows washing, hand washing is the safest method. It gives you control that no machine cycle can match.... Read more...
Silk pillowcase being carefully hand washed in cool water - step-by-step guide to how to wash silk correctly at home without causing damage
How to Wash Silk Properly (Without Having a Minor Panic Attack 💔)
Silk has somehow earned a reputation for being the diva of the fabric world. Mention washing silk and people start whispering about specialist detergents, expensive dry cleaners, and the possibility... Read more...