How to properly care for your flocked football jersey?

Have you just received your new personalized football jersey with your favorite player's name and number? Congratulations! But for this jersey to remain impeccable for years, you still need to know how to take care of it. Poor washing can cause high-quality flocking to crack, fade, or even peel off. In this article, we give you all our tips for washing, drying, and preserving your jersey like a pro.

Why flocking is the most fragile part of the jersey

Flocking (the name and number applied to the jersey) is generally done with a heat-sealed film or textile flex. This material is resistant, but it remains sensitive to excessive heat, violent friction, and certain aggressive chemical products. At MaillotDeFootMDF, we select superior quality flocking capable of withstanding numerous washes, provided a few simple rules are followed.

The 5 golden rules for washing a flocked jersey

1. Always wash inside out

Before putting your jersey in the machine, turn it inside out so that the flocking is on the inside. This considerably limits direct friction with the drum and with other clothes, which are the primary cause of premature flocking wear.

2. Prefer cold washing or a maximum of 30 degrees Celsius

Heat is the number one enemy of heat-sealed flocking. Water that is too hot can soften the adhesive and cause the letters and numbers to progressively peel off. A wash at a maximum of 30 degrees Celsius, on a delicate cycle, is perfectly sufficient for a jersey worn occasionally.

3. Ban powerful spinning and tumble drying

Too violent a spin wrings the fibers and can deform the flocking. As for the tumble dryer, its intense heat is particularly dangerous: always prefer air drying, flat or on a hanger, in the shade.

4. Avoid bleach and aggressive stain removers

For stubborn stains (grass, dirt, sweat), opt for a mild stain remover applied before washing, never directly on the flocking. Bleach and strong solvents can discolor and permanently weaken printed patterns.

5. Never iron directly on the flocking

If your jersey needs an iron, always do it inside out, or place a thin cloth between the iron and the flocking. An iron that is too hot directly on the flocking can melt it in just a few seconds.

How to store your jersey between matches?

To avoid deep creases and permanent marks, hang your jersey on a hanger rather than folding it in a drawer. If you need to store it, fold it delicately, avoiding folding exactly at the level of the flocking. Store it away from humidity to prevent mold and bad odors.

Pro tip: for collector's jerseys or limited editions, some supporters use protective covers specially designed for sports clothing, to keep them impeccable for years.

Why choose MaillotDeFootMDF for your next flocked jersey?

At MaillotDeFootMDF, we know that flocking quality is essential for our customers' satisfaction. That's why we work with durable flocking techniques, designed to withstand numerous washes when the right precautions are respected.

And most importantly, before each shipment, we send you a photo proof of your personalized jersey within 7 business days, so you can check that the name, number, and colors exactly match your order. This is our commitment to our customers, especially parents who order for their children and can thus order with complete confidence, knowing that they will truly receive what they ordered.

Our delivery times are 7 to 10 days in France, and 7 to 12 days for Belgium, Switzerland, and Luxembourg.

In summary

• Wash your jersey inside out, at a maximum of 30 degrees Celsius
• Avoid tumble drying and powerful spinning
• Never use bleach on the flocking
• Iron only inside out or with a protective cloth
• Store your jersey on a hanger to avoid creases

With these few simple steps, your flocked jersey will remain impeccable season after season. Ready to order yours? Discover our entire collection on MaillotDeFootMDF and take advantage of our quality personalized flocking, with guaranteed photo proof before shipment!