CARE GUIDE

MAINTENANCE
GUIDE

HARDYBOYS® MANUAL
General Tees & Polos Hoodies Raw Denim Accessories
30°C Max
No Bleach
No Tumble
Shade Dry
Dry Flat
Hand Wash

01 // General

Universal Rules
  • Temperature Control Always wash in cold or cool water (max 30°C / 86°F). Hot water causes cotton shrinkage and fades fabric dyes.
  • No Bleach / No Harsh Chemicals Bleach destroys cotton fibers and ruins prints immediately. Use mild liquid detergent only.
  • Color Separation Wash darks, lights, and whites separately to avoid color transfer.

02 // Tees & Polos

Jersey / Interlock / Mesh
  • Turn Inside Out This is crucial. Protects the graphic prints from friction against the machine drum and other clothes.
  • Drying Method Air dry naturally in the shade. High heat from tumble dryers is the #1 enemy of fit (shrinkage) and prints (cracking).
  • Ironing Protocol Never iron directly on the print. Iron inside out on low heat.
Pro Tip: Don't hang T-shirts by the neck when wet. The water weight will stretch the collar. Fold them over the hanger bar instead.
COLD
SHADE

03 // Heavyweight

Hoodies / Sweats / Fleece
  • Prevent Pilling Turn inside out to reduce surface friction. Wash on a "Gentle" or "Delicate" cycle.
  • Zip It Up For Zip Hoodies: Always close the zipper before washing. Open zippers can snag and damage other items in the load.
  • Dry Flat Heavyweight cotton absorbs a lot of water. Hanging it wet will cause vertical stretching. Lay flat to dry.
FLAT

04 // RAW DENIM

Specialist Care Required
WARNING: INDIGO BLEED
  • Wait 6 Months Delay the first wash as long as possible to establish high-contrast fades. Spot clean stains if necessary.
  • Hand Wash Only Soak in a bathtub with cool water and mild detergent for 45 mins. Agitate gently. Do not wring or twist.
  • Indigo Transfer Raw denim bleeds. Be careful when wearing with white sneakers or sitting on light-colored furniture.
HAND
NO BLEACH

05 // Accessories

Caps / Bags / Socks
  • Headwear (Caps) Spot clean with a damp cloth and mild soap. Never machine wash to preserve the brim structure.
  • Socks Machine wash cold. Do not bleach. Air dry to maintain elasticity.