Vintage Wool
Posted on Monday, May 19th, 2008 at 4:31 pmHow can I wash a vintage flag?
I have a very old (WWII) wool RCAF flag from england. It is pretty dirty, and I want to know how to wash it without ruining it. it's very delicate.
Thank!
Here's info on antique quilt preservation -- the same principles apply. 
"Generally, dry cleaning is not recommended as it damage fragile items and can remove natural oils and waxes from the fibers. However wool and silk quilts may have to be dry cleaned. If so, request fresh solvents, and make sure that the item is not marked, steamed, or pressed. A quilt can be wet cleaned if the process will not affect the color, shape, or strength of the fabric. A general rule is to clean wet-clean quilts around every five years. First check for colorfastness of each color and fabric. Use a gentle soap -- something that you'd be willing to take a bath in -- like Orvus Paste. Fill the washer or bathtub with lukewarm water and thoroughly dissolve the soap. Lower the quilt into the water in fan folds and allow to soak. One source says 10 minutes, but another source recommends up to 12 hours with several changes of water if the quilt is very dirty. After you have soaked, gently move or fan the quilt to disperse dirt. Next, make sure that you thoroughly rinse out all soap as it can coat fibers and attract dirt. Leave the quilt in the bathtub to drain for several hours. Never squeeze or wring the quilt. Carefully remove the quilt by supporting it in some fashion and place it on the ground or floor on top of thick towels and mattress pads. Align it gently to make the corners square. Cover with more towels and press down to remove excess water. Remove these top towels and place a sheet on top to protect from debris. Allow the quilt to dry completely (up to a full day or more)."
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