Care and Maintentance Guide - Reflective Fabrications

Australian Made Workwear Since 1988

With roots firmly planted in Australian manufacturing since 1988, we continue to uphold the standards of quality and durability that define our heritage.

WASHING INSTRUCTIONS

Follow these instructions to protect the reflective tape and flourescent
fabric across all 50 rated wash cycles.

POLYESTER SHELL GARMENTS

INSTRUCTIONS

Machine wash cold — maximum 30°C
Gentle or delicate cycle only
Use a mild liquid detergent — avoid powder detergents as residue dulls tape
Do not use bleach, optical brighteners, or fabric softener
Wash inside out to protect reflective tape seams
Wash separately from rough fabrics, zippers, or abrasive materials

COTTON SHELL GARMENTS

INSTRUCTIONS

Machine wash cold — maximum 30°C
Gentle or delicate cycle only
Use a mild liquid detergent — avoid powder detergents as residue dulls tape
Do not use bleach, optical brighteners, or fabric softener
Wash inside out to protect reflective tape seams
Wash separately from rough fabrics, zippers, or abrasive materials

Drying Instructions

Air dry only – hang on a coat hanger in the shade
Do not tumble dry — heat destroys reflective tape adhesion and degrades the retro-reflective layer
Do not dry in direct sunlight — UV fades fluorescent colour
Do not wring or twist the garment
Do not peg by the tape panels — hang from the shoulder seam

Ironing

Do not iron
Heat from an iron will melt, bubble, or delaminate reflective tape
If creasing is an issue, store on a hanger and allow to hang out naturally

Dry Cleaning

Do not dry clean
Dry cleaning solvents damage reflective tape and degrade the retro-reflective layer

Storage

Store clean and dry — never store damp
Hang on a coat hanger — do not fold along tape panels
Store away from direct sunlight and heat sources
Keep away from sharp objects that may scratch or snag reflective surfaces

INSPECTION & SERVICE LIFE

All RF hi-vis vests are rated to 50 wash cycles. At before this point,
inspect the garment and replace if any of the following apply:

Reflective tape is peeling, cracking, delaminating, or significantly faded

Garment has been exposed to chemical contamination

Seams or stitching are compromised

HI-VIS SAFETY VEST

Australian Made Workwear Since 1988