What are nodules
Pills, the small bundles of fibers that form on knitted fabrics, are often the reason for complaints about clothing. But are they really an indicator of poor quality? Is it appropriate to return items if they have pills on them? And what is the most effective way to remove them? Don't worry, we will answer all your questions on this topic.

Prevent nodules
Unfortunately, it is impossible to completely prevent pilling. However, after using our cashmere comb two or three times, most loose fibers will be removed, significantly reducing pilling. It is advisable to wear and wash the sweater after each use of the comb. It is recommended to avoid using a cashmere shaver as this carries the risk of cutting holes in the fabric.

Why do some clothes pill?
Lint occurs when excess fibers come to the surface of a garment. The extent of lint formation depends on the quality and properties of the fabric used. For example, shorter cashmere fibers are more prone to lint formation than longer fibers, such as those found in cotton or lambswool. In general, straight fibers are more prone to lint formation than curly ones. In addition, new clothing tends to lint more than older clothing because it has more excess fibers. Pills are mainly caused by friction and wear, which is why they often form in high-wear areas such as under the arms or on the sides of the garment.

What should I consider when buying knitted garments?
First, you should check the care label of your garment to see what material it is made of. There is a key difference between pilling on synthetic fabrics and pilling on natural materials. Pills stick more firmly on synthetic fabrics, while pilling on natural materials is easier to remove. Removing pills on synthetic fabrics can easily result in pulls, a problem that does not usually occur with natural materials.

Knitted sweaters that contain acrylic are particularly prone to pilling, as acrylic is made up of very short and straight fibers. Acrylic may look good when new, but it doesn't age particularly gracefully. Cashmere, on the other hand, as a natural material, also tends to pill and pill. However, this is not a sign of poor quality, but rather a property of the natural material. Over time and with more wear, the appearance of cashmere actually improves.

Should you complain about cashmere that pills?
In fact, it is not advisable to make hasty complaints about cashmere products. Every year, many cashmere items are returned without justification. It is a completely natural process for cashmere garments, especially when they are new, to develop lint and pills. If you have difficulty removing lint from cashmere clothing, you may want to consider not wearing cashmere. Regularly removing lint and pills is an essential part of caring for cashmere products.

Are lint and pilling a sign of poor quality?
This applies to certain fabrics, especially acrylic and acrylic blends, which tend to pill a lot. Cashmere, however, is a different story. It is normal for cashmere products to pill a little at first. This is the best way to remove pills and lint

cashmere comb
A cashmere comb is perfect for removing pills from a cashmere sweater. The comb removes the entire pill, including the loose fiber, so that it cannot form again. Only a minimal amount of cashmere is removed and does not weaken the material.

lint brush - lint roller
In comparison to pills, which cling more firmly to the fabric, lint is usually loose on the textile surface. You don't need a lint shaver to remove them; a gentle clothes brush is sufficient to remove loose lint and light dirt.

To remove lint and hair more effectively, especially from cashmere, it is advisable to use a lint roller. Its sticky texture ensures that lint and animal hair simply stick to it.

Even more handy than an adhesive lint roller are lint brushes. They are just as effective as an adhesive lint roller, but have the advantage of being reusable. In contrast, adhesive rollers have to be thrown away after use.