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How to wash wool in the Bush BWM81400 8kg 1400 (Argos)

Wool is safest hand washed in cool water rather than put through a Bush BWM81400 8kg 1400 (Argos). Wool felts and shrinks permanently with heat and agitation. Use a dedicated wool cycle, cool water and a low spin, then dry flat.

Last updated November 2026

Hand wash recommended

How to do it

  1. Fill a basin with cool water and a mild detergent.
  2. Submerge the garment and press it gently, do not wring or rub.
  3. Rinse in cool water until the water runs clear.
  4. Press out the water in a towel and dry flat, away from direct heat.

Why these settings

Wool felts and shrinks permanently with heat and agitation. Use a dedicated wool cycle, cool water and a low spin, then dry flat.

Wool felts and shrinks with heat and agitation. Keep it cool and gentle, and never tumble dry hot.

Common questions

What temperature should I wash wool at on a Bush BWM81400 8kg 1400 (Argos)?

Wool should not go through a hot machine wash on the Bush BWM81400 8kg 1400 (Argos). Use a dedicated wool cycle, cool water and a low spin, then dry flat.

What spin speed is safe for wool?

Do not use a high machine spin on wool. Press the water out gently instead of wringing.

Do I need the care label to wash wool?

No. Lavo identifies the fabric and condition from a photo of the garment itself and gives the exact setting for your Bush BWM81400 8kg 1400 (Argos), even when the care label is faded, cut out, or missing.

What happens if I wash wool too hot?

Wool felts and shrinks permanently with heat and agitation. That is why the safe setting here is use a dedicated wool cycle, cool water and a low spin, then dry flat..

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