Can work clothes be washed at 60 degrees?

For many professionals, washing at 60 degrees is a strict requirement. Consider healthcare, the food industry or other sectors where high hygienic standards apply. But can work clothing actually be washed at 60 degrees without the quality deteriorating?

The answer is yes, but not all work clothing is suitable for this. It depends on the material and construction of the garment. Tricorp offers an extensive range of work clothing that is specially designed to be washed at 60 degrees, from T-shirts and polo shirts to sweaters and work trousers.

Why wash at 60 degrees?

Washing at 60 degrees is the temperature at which most bacteria and viruses are effectively killed. This is a common requirement in sectors such as healthcare, food industry and cleaning. Clothing that cannot be washed at this temperature does not meet the hygienic standards that apply in these sectors.

In addition, there are professions where work clothing is used and soiled so intensively that a higher washing temperature is necessary for a good cleaning result. Think of mechanics, construction workers or employees in food production.

What is industrially washable?

In addition to washing at 60 degrees at home, there is also industrial washing, where clothes are washed at higher temperatures and with professional detergents. Industrially washable clothing can withstand the harsher conditions of professional laundries. This is particularly relevant for healthcare institutions, companies in the food industry and other organizations that have their work clothing washed centrally.

Tricorp offers within the Redefined line specific Industrial Washable variants. It T-shirt Redefined Industrial Washable, it Polo shirt Redefined Industrial Washable and the Sweater Redefined Industrial Washable are good examples: specially developed for frequent professional washing and retain their shape and color even after frequent use.

Wide range of 60 degree washable work clothing

Tricorp offers no fewer than 125 products that are washable at 60 degrees, spread across different categories. From work trousers and polo shirts to sweaters, T-shirts and safety vests: there is a 60 degree washable variant available for almost every item of clothing. There is a suitable choice for every professional and every sector.

Tricorp's 60 degree washable work clothes are available in... Redefined line, the Originals line and the Comfort line. Each with their own material composition, fit and price level, but all suitable for washing at 60 degrees.

Maintenance tips for 60 degree washable work clothes

Even clothes that are washable at 60 degrees need proper care to last a long time. Do not use bleach or aggressive detergents that can damage the fibers. Preferably dry the clothing at a low temperature or let it dry naturally. Always check the care label for specific instructions per garment.

Clothing that is regularly washed at 60 degrees but not specially designed for this may shrink, discolour or lose its shape. Therefore, always choose work clothing that is explicitly marked as washable at 60 degrees or industrially washable.