I am 71 inches tall and 197 pounds. I want to wash and use a dryer. How much will it shrink with drying and what size should I get?
84437
Unless you want shrinkage I suggest you never machine dry a heavy gi. I was told that if you what slight shrinkage you can take the gi out mid way, I tried this and while I could still wear that gi the shrinkage was more that I wanted.
84438
It will shrink considerably, how much is anyone's guess. I've never used a dryer on any of my gis.
84439
Use the size chart provided, but mine did not shrink that much. I use a hybusa and gameness BJJ kimono size A3, and I wash and dry mine, they are both still competition legal.
84440
Sleaves and panst will shrink an inch to an inch in a half..buy a size bigger
84441
I buy these from my son, since he was 7 years old (now he is 10), so we went thru 000, 00, and now are on 0 size. I would estimate shrinkage at about 10% for the top and slightly less for the pants, for sizes 000-0, you may see couple points more on the larger size. I hope that helps.R
223187
Probably best to go with a 6. If it's big at first it's perfect on the count that to gi shrinks a good deal after being washed.
2018817
I have the 4.9 lb. model and it came with a chart - I can wash 2 full size towels so you should be able to wash 3 - I can wash a queen size sheet set so you should be able to do a king size and I wash 2 pair of sweat pants you'll be able to do 3 - 4 tee-shirts so you can do 5 or 6 - 5 blouses so you can do 6 or 7 - hope it helps! what I have found is if I load it loose it's fine.
1094980
Hi Rui! We have a King and a queen size, both are true to size for thick or pillow top mattresses. I recommend, returning it to get the right fit so it will not gather under your sheets and create discomfort. We do not place the cover in the dryer and only hang dry to keep both in good condition. This is based on our experience with another expensive brand that did not last (Seally). I hope this helps!
12950
When purchasing anything that is cotton ALWAYS order larger....cotton will shrink every time you wash and dry it...does not matter if they claim it is preshrunk. At least this is a blend so it will not shrink as bad as 100% cotton items.
1134978
The measurements are exact. I purchased a King for the top but also purchased two twin quilts to cover the bottom box spring. AND it will shrink if you put it in the dryer....not much, but it will shrink an inch or two.
973631
I have the full size and when I tried to wash it in my old washer (Maytag "Oversize capacity Plus" top load washer) it didn't go well at all. I stuffed it in okay but actually think it broke my washer on the spin cycle because it got way too heavy once wet. So if you are looking to have to purchase a new washer :-) then go for it! Otherwise keep in mind you could always take to laundry mat because in theory it won't need to be washed very often. I hang mine out in the sun every couple months as suggested with wool. Hope that helps!
13203
This kind runs tall and skinny, but I am a much larger girl. It did not shrink as bad as the heavy ones do. I would still never put it in the dryer, just hang dry.
762671
My suggestion is order a king. I realized the comforter I purchased from IKEA was for a king bed. It gives the bed enough coverage without worry of washer and dryer shrinkage. :)
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well this is Linda and I am 5'5 and weigh 120lbs and wear a size x small in tops and size 2 in most jeans in womens and I bought a large and it fits perfect. I was afraid it would be too big but it runs small. So with your size I would think and xsmall who fit good. I have 5 inches on you and 17 more lbs so I think you might want to try a small. The large looks like a small to me. I was surprised when I saw how small it looked. I might be confusing you but I would think xsmall would work but if you wash it as I did and I put it in the dryer by mistake it shrunk. so go with the small and if it is too big wash and dry it. well this is Linda and I am 5'5 and weigh 120lbs and wear a size x small in tops and size 2 in most jeans in womens and I bought a large and it fits perfect. I was afraid it would be too big but it runs small. So with your size I would think and xsmall who fit good. I have 5 inches on you and 17 more lbs so I think you might want to try a small. The large looks like a small to me. I was surprised when I saw how small it looked. I might be confusing you but I would think xsmall would work but if you wash it as I did and I put it in the dryer by mistake it shrunk. so go with the small... » Read More well this is Linda and I am 5'5 and weigh 120lbs and wear a size x small in tops and size 2 in most jeans in womens and I bought a large and it fits perfect. I was afraid it would be too big but it runs small. So with your size I would think and xsmall who fit good. I have 5 inches on you and 17 more lbs so I think you might want to try a small. The large looks like a small to me. I was surprised when I saw how small it looked. I might be confusing you but I would think xsmall would work but if you wash it as I did and I put it in the dryer by mistake it shrunk. so go with the small and if it is too big wash and dry it. « Show Less
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Yes, but do not put it in your dryer - hang dry it. Wash it on cold only. If you wash it on hot or put it in your dryer, it will shrink - by at least 5 inches.To tall people at 6ft or over, that is very annoying as they can no longer fit in it in the head room in cold weather.
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It does shrink, but you want to put it in the dryer AFTER you sew. This way the dryer heat will melt the little holes made by your sewing needle back together. I love this fabric. I have used it for homemade pullups. It is quite water proof. If my kid ever has a leak is around the leg holes or up the top. Never through the fabric. Those pullups have been abused, washed, dried and are still doing great.
387020
Size 4 is a safe bet, after you put it through the wash and shrink it a bit.
433408
I am 6'2" 175 lbs and the xl fits me perfectly. Perhaps a large would fit you better. The item is not supposed to go in the dryer. The shirt is supposed to be skin tight.
140748
We use it as the bathing suit bottom along with a rash guard swim shirt. It goes into the washer with other swim stuff (cold water, very little detergent). I put ours into the dryer and they're fine. Haven't noticed any shrinkage.
228537
A queen sized sheet will fit in the spin dryer if it is carefully loaded. Don't try it with a flannel sheet though.
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It will fit fine as mine was not a thick one either. Just don't wash it in hot water, it shrinks!