How to Care for Your Long Sleeve Mountain Shirt

Quick answer

Wash your Mountain Shirt inside out in cold water on a gentle cycle, then tumble dry low or line dry to prevent shrinkage and fading.

How to care for your Mountain Shirt

1. Turn it inside out: Before washing, turn the shirt inside out. This protects the outer surface from abrasion and helps prevent fading. Don't skip this step—it's the easiest way to reduce pilling.
2. Wash in cold water on gentle cycle: Use cold water and a gentle cycle with a mild detergent. Avoid bleach or fabric softener, which can break down cotton fibers and dull the color. Hot water can shrink flannel and fade the plaid pattern.
3. Tumble dry low or line dry: Dry on low heat or hang to dry. High heat can shrink the shirt and damage the brushed finish. If you use a dryer, remove the shirt while it's still slightly damp to reduce wrinkles. Overdrying is the most common cause of shrinkage in flannel.
4. Iron on medium if needed: If the shirt comes out wrinkled, iron it on a medium setting while it's still slightly damp. Use steam for stubborn creases, but avoid ironing directly over the plaid pattern's edges to prevent scorch marks. A steamer is gentler on the brushed surface than an iron.
5. Store it folded or hung: Fold the shirt or hang it on a padded hanger to maintain its shape. Avoid wire hangers, which can stretch the shoulders over time. For long-term storage, fold it to prevent dust from settling on the shoulders.

Product facts

• Mountain Shirt Long Sleeve - Men's: The Mountain Shirt is built with 100% organic cotton midweight twill flannel and has a relaxed fit for layering. The brushed flannel surface needs gentle washing to avoid pilling, and the relaxed fit means you can follow care instructions without worrying about shrinkage ruining the layering ability.

  

• Utility Shirt Chambray - Unisex - Final Sale: The Utility Shirt is made from 100% organic cotton chambray with a classic fit that stays polished. Its lighter weave is less delicate than flannel, but cold water and low heat still preserve the tailored look and prevent fading.