Care for Woven Baskets
- 1). Dust your woven basket on a regular basis. Weekly dustings with a soft cloth or feather duster will prevent build-up of dust, dirt and residue, which can be difficult to clean later on. A small paintbrush can help to remove dust particles in tight areas.
- 2). Dampen a soft cloth with water for deeper cleanings. Rub the soft cloth over the woven basket, removing dirt. Dampen a cotton swab with water to clean tiny crevices that are impossible to get to with the damp cloth. Allow the woven basket to air dry.
- 3). Carry woven baskets with one hand cradling the bottom of the basket and the other holding the handle. Although it is natural to want to carry the basket only by its handle, items inside the basket can put extra weight on the bottom, weakening the weave.
- 4). Store the woven basket in a cool, dry area when not in use. Do not place the basket in a plastic bag or set it in a corner on the floor. A high, out of the way shelf with a loosely draped cotton cloth covering it should suffice. A cardboard container also makes an appropriate storage place for a woven basket.
- 5). Slip a moldy woven basket in a plastic bag. Place the bag in the freezer for 48 hours to kill the mold. Slip on a pair of rubber gloves and dust-mask after the freezing period. Take the woven basket outdoors for a thorough vacuuming with a brush attachment. After removing the mold with the vacuum, use a damp cotton swab to remove any mold that is still lingering on the woven basket. Air-dry the basket after cleaning.
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