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Care Instructions – Merino Shoes

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Care Instructions – Merino Shoes 🧼

Gently cared for. Beautiful for longer.

Merino shoes by GIESSWEIN are made from high-quality natural fibres. To ensure long-lasting comfort, shape, and performance, we recommend particularly gentle and material-friendly care.

 

1. Regular everyday care

Gentle dry care significantly extends the lifespan of your shoes:

  • Regularly remove dust and light dirt by gently brushing

Recommendation: our GIESSWEIN Walk Brush: Productlink: Giesswein Felt Brush
The exclusive GIESSWEIN bamboo brush with wild boar bristles was specially developed for walk and wool products.

  • Gentle bristles effortlessly remove lint, dirt, and dust

  • Ergonomic handle made from natural bamboo wood

  • Ideal for shoes, sneakers, scarves, and sweaters

  • After use, clean with water and allow to air-dry

An elegant care accessory for your favourite Merino wool items.

 

2. Washing – only when necessary

Merino wool is naturally dirt-repellent and odour-neutral. Therefore, only wash your shoes when truly necessary.

How to wash your Merino shoes correctly:

  • Washable at max. 30 °C + Please remove the insole before wash

  • Wool or gentle cycle

  • Low spin speed, max. 600 rpm

  • No fabric softener

  • No bleach or chemical additives

  • Use only a mild, pH skin-neutral wool detergent
    👉 Ideally, use pH-neutral detergents specifically designed for wool or delicates

Important protection during washing:

Our recommendation: Premium laundry bag:  for your favourite shoes

  • High-quality polyester

  • Reinforced base – ideal for shoes

  • Fine mesh for maximum gentle cleaning

  • Practical zip closure

  • Suitable for the wool cycle at 30 °C

This helps maintain shape, structure, and fibres.

 

3. Drying – especially gentle 🌿

Proper drying is essential to preserve the shape of your Merino shoes:

❌ Not suitable:

  • No tumble dryer

  • Do not place on radiators

  • No direct sunlight

  • Avoid heat sources (e.g. ovens, heaters)

✅ Correct drying:

  • Carefully reshape the shoes

  • Stuff with paper (e.g. kitchen paper) to absorb moisture

  • Allow to air-dry at room temperature

Patience pays off – natural drying protects the fibres.

 

4. Summary – key care tips at a glance ✨

  • 30 °C wool cycle + remove the insole

  • Mild wool detergent

  • Low spin speed (max. 600 rpm)

  • Use a laundry bag

  • No tumble dryer, no heating, no direct sun

  • Air-dry only

  • Regular care with the GIESSWEIN Walk Brush: Giesswein Felt Brush

 

With proper care, your Merino shoes will accompany you for many years – naturally comfortable, durable, and beautifully shaped 🐑👟

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