LATEX CARE
1) ALWAYS USE TALCUM POWDER OR WATER BASED LUBRICANT (Pjur Original) INSIDE ALL LATEX CLOTHING BEFORE USE – forcing it on without aid may cause the fabric to rip (lube is better for transparent latex and tighter fitting garments such as leggings, catsuits & gloves - please note only a small amount of lube is required. You can purchase the PJUR Original under the accessories link.
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2) KEEP AWAY FROM HEAT AND DAYLIGHT – even indoors, store in a dark wrapping.
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3) DO NOT STORE LIGHT COLORED LATEX WITH DARKER COLORED LATEX – the stronger colours can stain the lighter ones.
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4) KEEP LATEX AWAY FROM METALS CONTAINING COPPER – latex might stain or get otherwise damaged from contact with metals so keep away from coat-hangers, body piercings, belts etc.(just because a metal is silver in color does not mean it does not contain copper)
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5) AVOID CONTACT WITH ALL OILS – oils can permanently stain or otherwise damage latex so keep away from greasy fingers, baby oil, moisturizers which are oil based etc and fake tan (which will also stain).
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6) WE RECOMMEND THE USE OF A LATEX POLISH – polish is needed to sustain the quality of your latex garments, it cleans and nourishes the latex keeping it stretchy and vibrant. We recommend the blue polish called PVC dressing (sometimes nick named "Pervo shine") as it's the best product we've found on the market.
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7) WE RECOMMEND THE USE OF WATER BASED LUBRICANT (Pjur Original) – it can be used as a dressing aide as well as to shine the latex, it can be mixed with the polish for extra protection and a high shine.
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8) TAKE EXTRA CARE WHEN POLISHING PRINTED LATEX – printed latex is more delicate and requires special treatment. When polishing on print use a dabbing method or light strokes, vigorous rubbing may cause the print to wear.
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9) TAKE EXTRA CARE WHEN WEARING PRINTED LATEX – as with all printed fabrics it is possible that the print on some printed latex may 'wear', this is more common where the garment is rubbing against itself or other garments (e.g. under armpits and then corset's, jackets, handbags etc…).
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10) WE RECOMMEND RE-TALCING THE GARMENT AFTER USE – doing this will dry clean the garment and prevent a moist garment from sticking to itself when stored. Never store while moist as the fabric might stick to itself and subsequently rip when being unpeeled.
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**You can wash your garments if they become particularly dirty, to do this we recommend adding a teaspoon of washing up liquid to a sink of luke warm water, clean and then rinse. Dry the garment with a towel (please note the guidelines above for printed latex and take extra care). We then recommend dipping again in the sink but adding a tablespoon of polish, to the luke warm water, before removing the garment for the last time and a few drops of lube to the water to seal in the moisture. Dry with a j-cloth.
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**We cannot be held responsible for problems arising due to items of latex having been improperly maintained/stored/worn/use of lubricant or polish that is not recommended.
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We will undertake repairs once an assessment has been made of the item as to the viability of a repair. If the item is repairable you will be responsible for the shipping to and from us. All repair prices average between $25.00 - $95.00. Please email or call for a quote.