keményítéssel
Keményítéssel, often translated as "starch treatment" or "starch finishing," is a laundry technique that involves applying a starch solution to fabrics before ironing. This process stiffens the fibers of the material, giving it a crisper feel and a more defined shape. Historically, keményítéssel was a common practice for cotton and linen garments, particularly collars, cuffs, and tablecloths, to achieve a neat and formal appearance.
The starch solution can be prepared from natural starches like cornstarch or potato starch, or purchased as
Modern laundry practices have seen a decline in the widespread use of keményítéssel, partly due to the