What this fabric name tells you
Fleece is commonly a knit synthetic fabric designed for warmth. Surface loft, anti-pill finishes, elastane and technical coatings make gentle washing and conservative heat especially useful.
Washing approach
Wash washable fleece according to the label, often on a gentle setting with cool or cold water. Surface loft and finishes can be affected by friction.
Heat and drying
Air dry or use a low-heat method only when allowed by the label. Many fleece fibers are thermoplastic.
Use the finished-item label
Fiber-level guidance is a starting point, not permission to override coatings, trims, blends, structure or a dry-clean-only instruction. WashCareLab keeps the actual garment care label above the generic fabric profile.
The fiber profile explains common risks. The sewn-in care instructions for your actual garment override any generic fiber-level guidance.
Care considerations
washing
Wash washable fleece according to the label, often on a gentle setting with cool or cold water.
Surface loft and finishes can be affected by friction.
Watch for: Avoid aggressive agitation when the garment or finish calls for gentler care.
detergent
Use a compatible detergent and avoid excess product that can leave residue in lofty fabric.
Rinse performance matters for synthetic fleece.
Watch for: Some performance finishes have specific product restrictions.
drying
Air dry or use a low-heat method only when allowed by the label.
Many fleece fibers are thermoplastic.
Watch for: High heat can damage synthetic fibers, finishes or shape.
surface care
Reduce abrasion by closing rough fasteners and washing with compatible garments.
Mechanical friction affects fleece surface appearance.
Watch for: Hook-and-loop and rough items can accelerate pilling.