. Storage of Textile Products The weather is not the same all the year round in our country; hence we have clothing to match all temperatures. The need for specific fabrics for specific weather conditions necessitates the storage of those not needed at the particular time. Whatever be the clothes, they need to be clean and dry before they are packed and stored away.
Woolens should be brushed well and dry cleaned before they are stored, all stains should be removed and all tears mended. Pockets are to be turned inside out, trousers and sleeves turned up; they must be examined and freed from dust, grit, soot, etc. All clothing should be shaken, brushed, washed, ironed and folded. Pack loosely in cupboards or trunks.
Too compact and tight packing may result in permanent creases sets at the folds of the fabrics. The shelves, boxes or closets chosen for storing should be clean, dry and insect free, away from dust and dirt. It is important that the packing should be in an atmosphere of very low humidity. Different fabrics require different care while storage, as each is susceptible to different micro organisms.