How do you clean a four-piece set?

　　The fabric structures of four-piece bedding sets are generally classified as plain weave, twill, satin, and jacquard.

　　Plain weave: Commonly used for lower-grade products. The warp and weft yarns are interlaced.

　　The four-piece set is characterized by a high degree of interweaving, robust texture, and a smooth surface; the front and back sides look identical, with excellent wear resistance and breathability. However, its density is relatively low, making it quite lightweight.

　　b. Twill fabrics: a more common mid-range product. This type of weave is more costly than comparable plain-weave fabrics. The warp and weft yarns cross at least once every two yarns, increasing the number of interlacing points and altering the fabric structure. Its characteristics include both advantages and disadvantages: within a complete weave repeat, the interlacing points are small and the floats are long; the hand feel is soft, the fabric has a high yarn count and density, and the finished product is relatively thick.

　　c. Satin Weave (Industrial Group): This weave is commonly used for mid-range bedding products and generally incurs higher production costs than comparable yarn-based weaves. Fabrics woven in a satin structure are collectively referred to as satin fabrics. In the satin weave, at least three warp and weft yarns interlace with one another, which increases fabric density and results in a thicker, more substantial texture. Characteristics include both advantages and disadvantages: the fabric exhibits a soft hand, a smooth surface, and a lustrous sheen. Throughout the weave cycle, there are fewer interlacing points and longer floating yarns, so the fabric surface is predominantly composed of these floating warp and weft threads. Consequently, satin-weave products tend to be more expensive than comparable twill-weave products.

　　d. Jacquard: Jacquard fabrics are woven during the knitting process, and once the fabric is formed, the pattern cannot be altered.

　　How do you use the four-piece set?

　　A four-piece silk bedding set should be used with a quilt cover over the silk insert; otherwise, the silk insert is prone to picking up dust and stains. When sleeping, avoid lying directly on the silk insert or wrapping the quilt around your body—this helps maintain the softness of the silk quilt. For children using a silk quilt, discourage rough play on top of it to prevent bedwetting.

　　How do you clean a four-piece set?

　　If the four-piece set gets dirty, it can be removed and washed in cool water. Silk should not be washed with water on the core, dry-cleaned, bleached with chlorine, or ironed. If stains do appear, take the item to a professional laundry and have it spot-cleaned with a specialized detergent; then tumble-dry on a low-heat setting to prevent shrinkage. For small stains, gently blot with a neutral detergent.

　　How do you dry a four-piece set?

　　If newly made silk has a mothball-like odor, air it out in a well-ventilated area for two days. Silk should be dried promptly and ideally aired every one to two weeks. Avoid exposing the quilt to direct, intense sunlight for extended periods, as this can damage the proteins within the silk fibers and cause them to break. To maintain the quilt’s naturally tousled texture, simply expose it to gentle sunlight and lightly pat it with your hands.

　　How should a four-piece set be stored?

　　Before storage, allow the silk to air dry thoroughly to minimize internal moisture. Do not store it in damp, stuffy environments or in plastic bags. Silk is naturally moisture-resistant and helps prevent the loss of its odor-absorbing, insulating, and breathable properties. Avoid applying heavy pressure; do not stack heavy objects on top of the quilt to prevent it from becoming thin and stiff. Also, refrain from using chemical mothballs or other such agents to avoid contaminating the silkworm rearing room.