Care Instruction
From fabric development right through to construction and embellishing products with your school logo, our team is always ensuring that our products are made to high quality standards.
In order to have your garments looking better and lasting longer, please pay particular attention care instructions attached to your item.
Washing
It is recommended that you wash all garments before they are worn. There are 2 reasons for this. All dyes will then be completely set, and the garment will also be more comfortable.
When your washing comes into contact with undiluted washing powder – spot bleaching can be the result. To avoid this, agitate the water to distribute the powder if you put your detergent in before the clothing. If you put your clothing in first, make sure it is all completely immersed in the water before adding the detergent. Of course, a machine with a powder dispenser is easiest. Chlorine bleach and pre-soaks are not recommended.
General Washing Care tips:
TIP#1
Never hang washing out in direct sunlight
TIP#2
Always fasten all zips, buttons and studs prior to washing so that they don't damage garments or get caught during the wash cycle
TIP#3
When washing, use warm or even cold water
TIP#4
To protect the colour of your garments always wash them inside out;
TIP#5
Separate darks, colours and whites.
General Care tips for your Garments
TIP#1
Stains - The sooner you treat a stain, the better. The longer it sits, the more time it has to work itself into the fibers. Immediately diluting stains in cold water is often the best remedy.
TIP#2
Drying - Please avoid using a clothes drier wherever possible. If this is unavoidable, always use the cool setting. Using the drier can cause shrinkage and your garments won't last as long. Always hang your washing inside out in the shade and try to avoid the clothesline (unless it is shaded) on hot days of 30oC or more.
TIP#3
Ironing - If you have a print on your garment, always press the garment before the first wash (except nylon garments). This will help extend the life of the logo. For nylon garments, a piece of fabric should be placed between the iron and the print. Hot iron settings are also responsible for pilling, shrinkage and colour loss. A warm setting is preferred.
TIP#4
To protect the colour of your garments always wash them inside out;
TIP#5
Separate darks, colours and whites.
Garment Quality
Since 1990 we have built our reputation on delivering quality products through service excellence. We know students are tough on their schoolwear, that’s why we are even tougher on the quality of our products. PSW products are tested, inspected and inspected again before you receive them.
We are accredited with ISO9001 Total quality Management System.
ISO 9001: Total Quality Management System This accreditation means we meet the recognised worldwide standards for manufacturing products and providing services to a consistent, high quality standard.
We are accredited with ISO14001 Environmental Management System (EMS).
PSW’s Manufacturing facility in Ningbo, China has the following accreditations with the China Quality Certification Centre (China’s leading certification body):
This standard recognises our effective systems and procedures in place to prevent pollution, compliance with legal and other requirements and continuous improvement. PSW is periodically audited by an independent auditor to ensure we continue to meet both ISO standards. These two accreditations are part of our approach to Quality Management Systems, processes and standards, which in turn allows PSW to provide you with high quality items. PSW is Australian owned and operated, with a 5,000 square metre local warehousing and distribution centre based in Melbourne. We source the best materials, threads and talents from Australia and the rest of the world.