Fencing equipment is expensive, and you’ll be more comfortable in clean, fresh gear. Washing your fencing gear is easy if you follow these tips on how to wash fencing gear:

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Put the pieces in the washing machine on the gentle cycle. Load the washer with similar colors and items that are of similar size.

Put the pieces in the washing machine on the gentle cycle. Load the washer with similar colors and items that are of similar size. If you have a large amount of gear to wash, consider using a small load or hand-wash your gear instead.

Use cold water

The first step to a successful wash is using cold water. Hot water can damage the plastic as well as the washer and will also cause your gear to shrink. If you’re worried about speed, use warm water instead of hot and go for a quick rinse cycle.

The second step is to use minimal detergent. We recommend Tide Free & Gentle because of its effective cleaning power and lack of scent that could leave behind an odor on your gear after washing it in regular detergents like Ivory or Gain.

The third step is rinsing well—don’t skimp on this one! The more thoroughly you rinse off all traces of soap, moisture, and dirt from your gear before drying it, the longer it’ll last between washings (and thus less wear-and-tear on each piece).

Finally: never put fencing equipment in the dryer. You will ruin everything if you do so!

Use no bleach

If you have a fence that’s been stained, you may be tempted to use bleach to get rid of stains. Fencing gear is made from different fabrics, and some can react badly with bleach. Even if your fencing gear doesn’t fall apart after one wash, it could still fade or lose color.

Do not put any of the pieces in the dryer

• Do not put any of the pieces in the dryer.
• Drying in the sun is not recommended, as it can fade color and make the gear stiff.
• Drying in the shade is recommended, as it allows for air circulation without fading or stiffening.

Air dry or dry outdoors in a shaded area. Hang all pieces on hangers to dry and wash away from direct sunlight to avoid fading of clothing.

• Air dry or dry outdoors in a shaded area. Hang all pieces on hangers to dry and wash away from direct sunlight to avoid fading of clothing.
• Do not use heat; it will damage the equipment and clothing, causing it to shrink and lose its shape.
• Do not place fencing gear near a window where it could be exposed to heat from the sun or other sources of light such as lamps or candles (fire hazard).

Conclusion

It is important to take care of fencing gear because the proper care of equipment will increase the longevity and performance of the gear. You do not want your mask to get a tear in it or for your lame to rust. Taking good care of your equipment is also a way for you to show respect for the sport and other fencers around you. A well-maintained mask is less likely to give you whip marks after you have been hit, which helps with injury prevention. Use these tips on how to wash fencing gear so that you can keep yourself safe and keep your clothing looking sharp!