How to Care for Neckties

long term, draping your ties on a tie rack or hanger will better retain its form and reduce wrinkling. Investing in a tie rack will make your tie storing and organizing much easier, and the right tie can make your outfit unforgettable. Color, style, material, and pattern let you customize formal suits, business suits, Tuxedos to show personality. With a collection of high-quality ties, you can make a couple suits work for most of your formal occasions.

A well-made tie is an investment. Keep your collection looking sharp longer with proper care techniques.

Removal and Storage

When removing your tie, untie the knot by reversing the method used to tie it (do not put the small end of your tie through the knot). After removing, hang the tie on a tie rack, coat collar or roll it up in a tie organizer.

Though rolling your ties and placing them in a drawer does not necessarily damage them, in the ties will last longer too. The exception to this rule is square end knit ties. These ties fare better being rolled up loosely and stored. This will ensure that your tie will not stretch out or lose its shape.

Cleaning

WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU SPILL FOOD OR DRINK ON YOUR TIE

Remove as much of the food with a spoon or blunt knife.

Remove as much of the liquid or oil by drying it with a napkin.

Use a damp napkin to blot (not rub) the stain. Fizzy water works especially well.

Extra special stains require extra special attention.

Greasy Stains: Put talcum powder or cornstarch on it for a few hours.

Ink: Allow the ink spot to dry before trying to remove it. Adding water to wet ink causes it to run and become even larger. Once dry, blot the stain with a small amount of rubbing alcohol or hand sanitizer and a cloth. Let it dry and repeat until the stain disappear.

Red Wine: Immediately take the tie off and pour a larger amount of table salt on the stain to soak it up. Do not rub the salt… simply leave it on the spot. Next, remove the remainder of the stain using the same rubbing alcohol method as with the ink.

Handling Wrinkles

A wrinkled tie will get you noticed for all the wrong reasons. Take the pre-emptive action to avoid them. If not, there are safe ways to remove wrinkles without ruining your item.

Loosen the knot when you wear your ties to avoid wrinkles when you take them off.

Hanging or tightly rolling your ties after wearing them guarantees no wrinkles. Your items should not be stored with other clothing since rubbing and pressure can cause wrinkles

Use steam to gently work out unavoidable wrinkles. Hang your ties in bathroom before your morning shower. For deep creases, a steam iron on low heat works. Pull the tie taut and direct the steam along the length the tie for several seconds. Do not let the hot metal touch your tie. Even low setting can scorch delicate fabrics.

Roll your tie tightly to lightly stretch the wrinkles from the garment. This method works best if you can leave it at least overnight.

 

Avoid using spray starch or other fabric conditioners on your tie. These heavy sprays can leave stains that are almost impossible to remove.

Wrinkles are no reason to panic when you know what to do