Jeff423
US Veteran
I've got a different problem: differential shrinkage. My pants shrink in the waist but not the inseam - can't figure it out.
Shrink-Free
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I am not fat.
It's just that I am the only one with a choir robe that fits.
It's just that I am the only one with a choir robe that fits.
snowman
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Flannel shirts: Most comfortable; least durable.
Just my experience.
Regards,
Andy
Just my experience.
Regards,
Andy
Flannel is much like felt, if you work it in a dryer or washer you must be very carefull not to leave them in too long. They matt, which is what you see as shrinkage.
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Oh - while we are discussing shirts, also check out the LL Bean Chamois shirts if you live in a cold climate. They are very well made and last a long time all while keeping you warm and looking good.
Back to Flannel - I've got dozens of them and other than LL Bean I have experienced shrinking, premature pilling and wear. The LL Bean Flannels are a bit more costly but many times you can get them on sale, closeout or when they run discount coupons or promos. Their Flannel shirts have never been disappointing for me - a huge flannel fan for my entire life!
I am not associated with LL Bean in any way, shape or manner! Don't get a penny!
Back to Flannel - I've got dozens of them and other than LL Bean I have experienced shrinking, premature pilling and wear. The LL Bean Flannels are a bit more costly but many times you can get them on sale, closeout or when they run discount coupons or promos. Their Flannel shirts have never been disappointing for me - a huge flannel fan for my entire life!
I am not associated with LL Bean in any way, shape or manner! Don't get a penny!
Ole Joe Clark
Absent Comrade
COLD water wash, dry on low heat. It works for me.
Have a blessed day,
Leon
Have a blessed day,
Leon
Follow the care label. Once, in another life, I used to put everything in the same wash. Yes it was easy just to do it that way.
Don't do that, READ THE LABEL, treat accordingly.
Clothes last much longer and look better.
Don't do that, READ THE LABEL, treat accordingly.
Clothes last much longer and look better.
SASABERANGER
SWCA Member, Absent Comrade
RE: Good Flannel Shirts
Get Duluth, Woolrich or LL Bean.
Most are imported, even from them, but not not from China like the George Brand (Wal-Mart).
Cost more, but will last a lifetime.
Thom Braxton
SWCA #1474
Get Duluth, Woolrich or LL Bean.
Most are imported, even from them, but not not from China like the George Brand (Wal-Mart).
Cost more, but will last a lifetime.
Thom Braxton
SWCA #1474
JcMack
Member
I have about 12 shirts labeled "Faded Glory" I bought at Che Walmart of Indiana, about 14yrs ago for work. They look kinda like canvas and I think I paid $5ea on clearance. I'm wearing one now and I look great in it. Across the room hangs 6-7 heavy weight Carharts I probably bought 8yrs ago for probably $35ea. Both brands are labeled made in Bangladesh. Both brands look about 85% and I wash them in cold water and hang to dry. Nothing now is the way it used to be.
