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How to care for your swim shorts?
All our tips for preserving your swim shorts summer after summer
Men's swim shorts are a summer essential. Whether for swimming, sunbathing or simply strolling along the water's edge, they deserve proper care to last over time. If you've chosen recycled polyester swim shorts with a density of 160 gr/m², you've already opted for quality and eco-responsibility. Now all you have to do is look after it!
In this article, find out how to care for men's swim shorts to preserve their color, fabric and technical properties.
Why care for swim shorts is essential
Regular and appropriate care helps to:
- Preserve the elasticity and shape of the fabric
- Avoid premature wear due to chlorine or salt
- Maintain technical properties (UV protection, quick-drying)
- Extend the life of your favorite swim shorts
Washing your swim shorts: the right reflexes
Rinse with clean water after each swim
Chlorine from swimming pools and sea salt can damage textile fibers. After each use, rinse your swim shorts thoroughly in fresh water, even if you don't intend to wash them right away. This simple gesture prevents the build-up of chemical residues.
Machine washing: yes, but with care
Recycled polyester is a tough fabric, but it deserves a gentle wash:
- Maximum temperature: 30°C
- Cycle: gentle or delicate
- Use a detergent without bleaching agents or softeners (they can alter UV protection)
- Avoid tumble-drying: prefer air-drying in the shade, to avoid weakening fibers and colors
Tip: turn shorts inside out before washing. Turning the shorts inside out limits direct rubbing on the print or color, and helps preserve the fabric's new look.
Drying: the right gesture to avoid wear and tear
After rinsing or washing, don't wring out your swim shorts too hard. Simply let them drain, then hang them up in the shade.
Avoid direct exposure to the sun while drying: even if your shorts have built-in UV protection, this concerns your skin, not the fabric. The sun can discolor textiles over time.
Why choose recycled polyester swim shorts?
By opting for recycled polyester swim shorts for men, you're making a sustainable and environmentally-friendly choice. This material offers:
- High resistance to chlorine, salt and UV
- Quick-drying
- Excellent durability, even after repeated washing
- With a density of 160 gr/m², your swim shorts are comfortable, opaque and robust, while remaining light to wear.
In short, the care checklist:
✅ Rinse with clear water after use
✅ Wash at 30°C maximum, delicate cycle
✅ Air dry
✅ Store in a dry, ventilated place
What you must absolutely avoid to preserve your swim shorts:
❌ No bleach or aggressive products
❌ No dry cleaning
❌ No tumble drying
❌ No ironing
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