One look at the sewn-in care label – and the uncertainty is there: What exactly do the little symbols mean? Those who can correctly read care symbols on bedding not only wash more gently, but also preserve the colors, fibers, and fit of their bedding for many years. As a manufacturer with our own weaving mill in Hamminkeln since 1932, we at biberna know exactly what matters when it comes to care – and provide you with a clear overview here.
The most important care symbols at a glance
The care labeling on textiles follows an internationally standardized system of five basic symbols. Once understood, they can be applied to any piece of laundry – not just bedding.
Washing
The symbol with the washbasin indicates the maximum washing temperature, usually as a number in the basin (e.g., 30, 40, or 60 degrees). One line underneath stands for a gentle cycle, two lines for particularly gentle treatment. The lower the specified temperature, the more carefully you should handle the machine.
Bleaching
A triangle indicates whether and how bleaching is permitted. A crossed-out triangle means: do not use bleach. Especially with printed or dyed bedding, this is an important note to avoid color bleeding.
Drying
A circle in a square stands for the dryer. Dots in the symbol indicate the temperature level, a cross through the symbol means: not suitable for the dryer. Many high-quality fabrics dry better in the air anyway, which additionally protects the fibers.
Ironing
The iron symbol with dots shows the permissible ironing temperature: one dot for low, two for medium, three for high. If the symbol is crossed out, you should refrain from ironing.
Dry cleaning
A circle stands for professional cleaning. For bedding, this symbol is rarely relevant, as most fabrics can be washed in the machine without any problems.
What the symbols mean for your biberna bedding
At biberna, we develop our fabrics from the beginning so that care in everyday life remains as easy as possible. Our Seersucker bedding, for example, is 100% non-ironing: simply hang it up, let it dry, and put it back on the bed immediately – you can safely ignore the iron symbol on the label here. Our TENCEL bedding also scores with particularly easy-care properties: it is washable at 40 degrees and dries quickly, a real advantage for everyone who wants to keep laundry uncomplicated in everyday life. Thus, the care labeling not only provides safety when washing, but also shows which quality best suits your everyday life.
Why easy-care bedding makes everyday life easier
Bedding is changed and washed on average every one to two weeks – that adds up to quite a few wash cycles over the year. Those who pay attention to easy-care fabrics when buying not only save time on ironing, but also protect the fibers and thus the lifespan of the bedding. We have already compiled detailed tips on proper washing in our guide How to properly wash and care for bedding. Those who additionally wonder whether ironing is necessary at all will find answers in our post Ironing bedding – or not?.
In our entire bedding assortment, we make sure that original quality and easy care go hand in hand – so that you can concentrate on the essentials: restful sleep.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to wash bedding before using it for the first time?
Yes, an initial wash cycle removes processing residues and makes the fibers more pleasant on the skin from the start.
What does one line under the wash symbol mean?
One line stands for a gentle cycle, two lines for particularly gentle washing with a reduced spin speed.
Which biberna fabric is the easiest to care for?
Seersucker is particularly uncomplicated due to its non-ironing structure, TENCEL additionally impresses with quick drying at a low washing temperature.
