Washing symbols: temperatures and cycles explained

Understanding Washing Symbols

Washing symbols are the foundation of care labels. They tell you how to clean your garments safely, including water temperature, cycle type, and whether machine or hand washing is required. These symbols help preserve colors, prevent shrinking, and extend the life of your clothes.

The washing bucket symbol can include numbers (temperature in Celsius), lines (gentle cycles), and hand symbols (hand wash only). Always follow the highest temperature and gentlest cycle indicated.