How to dry a yoga sports vest after washing it?

After washing the yoga vest, the correct way to dry it can prevent deformation and damage to the vest and extend its service life. The following is a detailed introduction to the drying methods and precautions for you:

Preparations before drying

Squeeze out the water: After washing, do not twist the yoga sports vest forcefully to avoid damaging its elastic fibers and fabric structure. You can gently squeeze the vest with both hands to squeeze out most of the water, or wrap the vest in a clean dry towel and gently press it to allow the towel to absorb the water on the vest.

Shaping: After squeezing out the water, gently shake the vest apart to restore its original shape, especially the collar, cuffs, and hem, which should be smoothed out to prevent wrinkles or deformation after drying.

Choose the appropriate drying tools

Hanger: Give priority to choosing wide-shoulder-width, arc-shaped hangers to dry yoga sports vests. This kind of hanger can better fit the shoulder line of the vest, avoiding bulging or deformation of the shoulders due to the hanger being too narrow. It would be even better if it is a hanger with anti-slip strips, which can prevent the vest from slipping off.

Clothes drying net: For some yoga sports vests made of relatively soft materials and prone to deformation, a clothes drying net is a good choice. Spreading the vest flat on the clothesline to ensure even force distribution can effectively reduce deformation. Moreover, the clothes drying net has good ventilation, which can speed up the drying of vests.

The correct way of drying

Avoid direct sunlight: Intense direct sunlight can cause the fabric of yoga sports vests to fade and age, reducing their elasticity and service life. Therefore, the vest should be dried in a cool and well-ventilated place, such as a corner of the balcony indoors or a well-ventilated room. If it is necessary to dry outdoors, you can choose a time when the sunlight is not too strong, such as in the morning or evening, and use a sunshade cloth to cover it appropriately.

Natural spreading and hanging: If using a hanger to dry, spread the vest naturally and do not pull it. The hem of the vest can be slightly straightened to keep it flat. For vests with patterns or decorations, pay attention to the positions of the patterns or decorations to avoid deformation due to the effect of gravity.

Lay flat to dry: For some yoga vests made of special materials or prone to deformation, laying flat to dry is the best way. Lay the vest flat on the clothesline or a clean towel, making sure there are no wrinkles. During the laying process, the shape of the vest can be appropriately adjusted to make it more flat.

Precautions

Regularly turn it over: During the drying process, you can turn the yoga vest over at regular intervals. This ensures that both sides of the vest can fully come into contact with the air, accelerating the drying process and also preventing one side from getting damp for a long time.

Avoid heavy objects squeezing: When drying, do not place heavy objects on the yoga vest to prevent it from being crushed, causing deformation or damage.

Make sure the yoga vest is completely dry before storing it: If a vest is put away without being dried, it is prone to breed bacteria and mold, produce an unpleasant smell, and even damage the vest.