Proper care is important!
When it comes to Lycra® sportswear, proper care is crucial. We have put together a few tips for you so that you can enjoy your SPORTKIND items for a long time.
Important: As our fabrics do not contain polyester, they can be flocked at a maximum of 160 degrees and a contact pressure of 4 bar.
Wash properly
Avoid fabric softener
Fabric softener makes the fibres brittle, gets stuck in them and gums them up. The breathability of the textiles is lost as a result.
Washable at 40 degrees
Your SPORTKIND articles get really clean even at low temperatures. Light soiling, germs or bad odours can also be removed easily at 30 or 40 degrees. This is also good for the environment! Sun visors and caps are also machine-washable.
Do not spin too hard
Too much spinning, too full laundry drums or leaving the laundry lying in the machine can cause creases. These will disappear with the next wash. It is best to fill the machine less than with normal laundry. We advise you to leave at least a hand's width of air and only spin on a low speed of 600 rpm.
Wash with similar colours & materials
To keep the colours of your SPORTKIND outfits bright, wash them only with similar colours. Functional clothing should not be washed with cotton, as the dissolving cotton fibres can stick to the functional fibres.
Prevent pilling
Turn textiles inside out before washing. Close all zips, velcro and buttons before washing.
We also strongly recommend washing your functional clothing separately from cotton and other natural materials. This will ensure that no fibre residue sticks to your clothes and that they stay looking new for longer. Towels in particular should be washed separately to ensure optimal care.
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Lightfastness of fabrics
Lightfastness describes how well a fabric retains its color when exposed to sunlight. The higher this value, the more durable the color remains—even with extended outdoor use or under strong lighting.
Important to know: Lightfastness can vary depending on the color. Strong, dark colors are generally more durable, while very bright or neon-colored fabrics are more sensitive to sunlight and may fade more quickly. This is due to the different color pigments, which react differently to natural UV radiation.
We therefore recommend choosing colors with high lightfastness for particularly light-intensive use, or treating more delicate colors with more care. This includes not drying these textiles on a clothesline in direct sunlight , but rather hanging them indoors.
Übersicht der Lichtechtheitsstufen
Stufe 1 – Strahlende Farben für Indoor
Diese Bekleidung behält ihre Farbbrillanz bei typischen Indoor-Aktivitäten sowie bei Spielen in der Halle, im Schatten, an bewölkten Tagen oder in den kühleren Jahreszeiten. Für alle, die ihre Farben lieben – auch ohne direkte Sonne.
Bitte beachte: Bei längerer oder intensiver UV-Belastung kann es zu einem leichten Verblassen der Farben kommen.
Stufe 2 - Gute Farbfrische bei moderater UV-Belastung
Bei leichtem Sonnenlicht bleibt die Farbintensität erhalten – sowohl drinnen als auch draußen. Ideal für Indoor-Sportarten sowie für Outdoor-Einsätze in den Abendstunden, an Frühlingstagen oder auf schattigeren Plätzen.
Bitte beachte: Bei längerer oder intensiver UV-Belastung kann es zu einem leichten Verblassen der Farben kommen.
Stufe 3 – Solide Alltagstauglichkeit
Solide Lichtbeständigkeit für regelmäßiges Spiel – auf dem Platz und abseits davon. Ideal für wechselnde Bedingungen und eine ausgewogene Kombination aus Indoor- und Outdoor-Nutzung.
Stufe 4 – Langanhaltend brillante Farben im Freien
Sehr gute Farbstabilität auch bei regelmäßiger Sonnenexposition. Ob im Training oder Turnier, diese Kleidung bewahrt ihre Leuchtkraft dauerhaft – für alle, die draußen ihr Spiel machen.
Stufe 5 – Höchste Farbechtheit für intensive UV-Belastung
Selbst bei starker und langanhaltender Sonneneinstrahlung bleiben die Farben satt, lebendig und ausdrucksstark. Ideal für Sportler*innen, die viel draußen trainieren und kompromisslos auf Qualität setzen.
After washing
Do not dry in the sun
Thanks to the special quick-drying technology, your SPORTKIND styles will be ready for use again in no time. Dry your clothes in the fresh air, but don't put the drying rack in the blazing sun. The colours of functional clothing fade more quickly.
Non-iron
The heat from ironing can alter the material and affect the shape retention. If you still want to iron your garments, use a maximum of level I and make sure that the correct temperature for use has been reached if you have previously used a higher level. Slight creases will be smoothed out by body heat when worn. Tip: You can take your dry laundry into the bathroom, for example, and hang it up while you shower. The steam removes coarse wrinkles.
Avoid friction with rough surfaces
To avoid pilling, protect the fine functional fabrics from friction.
Note: The straps of your sports bag or backpack can also cause the small nodules.
