In modern times, saris are increasingly woven on mechanical looms and made of artificial fibres, such as polyester, nylon, or rayon, which do not require starching or ironing.
Washing with a mild detergent, followed by starching and then hanging them to dry in a shaded area will ensure the longevity of these cotton sarees.
Separate collars exist alongside attached collars since the mid-16th century, usually to allow starching and other fine finishing.
Starching the uniform has been shown to cause discoloration.
Steam-driven washing machines and equipment for starching, ironing, and related tasks made industrial laundries feasible by the turn of the century.
In the 19th century and early 20th century starching was commonly used to make clothing more resistant to stains and wrinkles.
This also applies to starching; but washing in hard water with non-soap detergents is permissible.
