An unavoidable concern for love dolls?!
When it comes to color transfer, TPE material is far more prone to staining than silicone material.
Due to the nature of its molecular structure, TPE tends to absorb oil and dyes easily. As a result, color can transfer quickly when it comes into contact with dark-colored clothing.
What about Orient Industry silicone dolls?
Due to the nature of the material, color transfer can occur, but it is not as likely as with TPE. With regular maintenance and a few precautions, the risk can be reduced.
It would be a shame if the beautiful doll skin became stained by color transfer.
Especially when you want to dress the doll in dark-colored outfits such as black, navy, or red, you may wonder, “Will the color really transfer to the doll?” “What kinds of clothes are more likely to cause staining?” “If color transfer happens, can it be restored?”
There is a lot of information about color transfer on love dolls on the internet.
But what about Orient Industry silicone dolls?
In this article, I will introduce the five questions I actually sent and the official answers received from Orient Industry.
I Asked Orient Industry Directly About Color Transfer
The questions I asked Orient Industry were as follows.
I would like to ask several questions regarding color transfer and the material used for Orient Industry dolls.
① If dark-colored clothing such as black, navy, or red is put on the doll, is there a possibility of color transfer?
② Are there any materials or clothing characteristics that are more likely to cause color transfer?
③ Are there any recommended storage methods or clothing management methods to prevent color transfer?
④ If color transfer occurs, are there any methods users can try to improve it themselves?
Also, if there are any repair methods available through the manufacturer, please let me know. How much would such repair work cost?
⑤ Under normal usage conditions, how much should users worry about color transfer?
I would appreciate your response so that I can introduce accurate information in my article.
I did not simply ask whether color transfer occurs or not. I also confirmed the characteristics of clothing that tends to cause color transfer, prevention methods, improvement methods users can try by themselves, manufacturer repair fees, and how much users should worry under normal use.
Orient Industry provided detailed answers as shown below.
① Dark-Colored Clothing May Cause Color Transfer
The first thing I confirmed was about dark-colored clothing such as black, navy, and red.
【 Question 】
【Answer from Orient Industry】
Yes. Due to the nature of the material, color transfer may occur if dark-colored clothing is left on the doll for a long period of time.
Please be especially careful with dark-colored clothing such as black, navy, and red.
According to Orient Industry’s official answer, due to the nature of the material, color transfer may occur if dark-colored clothing is left on the doll for a long period of time.
The colors that require particular caution are dark colors such as black, navy, and red.
If you want to enjoy dark-colored outfits, it is important not to leave them on for a long time and to check the doll’s condition regularly.
② Denim, Dark-Colored Synthetic Fabrics, and New Clothing Require Extra Caution
Next, I asked what kinds of materials and clothing are more likely to cause color transfer.
【 Question 】
【Answer from Orient Industry】
In general, denim, dark-colored synthetic fabrics, and heavily dyed clothing tend to be more likely to cause color transfer.
New clothing also requires particular caution, as excess dye may remain in the fabric.
According to Orient Industry, denim, dark-colored synthetic fabrics, and heavily dyed clothing tend to be more likely to cause color transfer.
New clothing may also contain excess dye, so extra caution is needed when using an outfit for the first time.
③ Methods Recommended by Orient Industry to Prevent Color Transfer
When it comes to color transfer, prevention is more important than dealing with the problem after it occurs.
Therefore, I asked about recommended storage methods and clothing management.
【 Question 】
【Answer from Orient Industry】
・Do not leave the doll dressed in the same outfit for a long period of time.
・When using dark-colored clothing, check the doll’s condition regularly.
・Remove all clothing before long-term storage.
・Wash new clothing before putting it on the doll.
・For an outfit being used for the first time, keep the fabric in contact with an inconspicuous area, such as the sole of the foot, or with a separately sold silicone sample chip for several days. Confirm that no color transfer occurs before dressing the doll in the outfit.
These methods can help reduce the risk of color transfer.
The methods recommended by Orient Industry include not leaving the doll dressed in the same outfit for a long period of time and regularly checking its condition when using dark-colored clothing.
They also recommend washing new clothing before use. For an outfit being used for the first time, the fabric should be tested for several days on an inconspicuous area, such as the sole of the foot, or on a separately sold silicone sample chip before putting it on the doll. In short, it is a test.
Orient Industry Silicone Chip ¥1,100
Can be used to test underwear, clothing, and other fabrics for possible color transfer. (Outer diameter: 43 mm / Thickness: 7 mm)
④ What to Do If Color Transfer Occurs and Manufacturer Repair Costs
If color transfer occurs on the doll, is there anything users can do to improve it themselves?
I also asked whether Orient Industry can repair color transfer and how much the repair would cost.
【 Question 】
Also, if there are any repair methods available through the manufacturer, please let me know. How much would such repair work cost?
【Answer from Orient Industry】
For mild color transfer, soak a white cloth with a commercially available chlorine-based bleach, place it on the stained area, wrap the area with plastic wrap, and leave it for several days. This may improve the staining.
We also offer repair services to remove color transfer.
The repair fee is ¥22,000 (tax included) for color transfer up to approximately 5 cm in diameter.
For color transfer covering a larger area, the required work will vary depending on the condition and extent of the staining, so an estimate will be provided after inspecting the actual doll.
Please note that, depending on the severity of the color transfer and how deeply it has penetrated, complete removal may not be possible, and in some cases there may be no improvement at all.
According to Orient Industry, mild color transfer may improve by using a commercially available chlorine-based bleach.
However, when attempting this yourself, it is necessary to carefully check the doll’s material and condition.
Orient Industry also provides repair services for removing color transfer.
For color transfer covering a larger area, the work required will vary depending on the condition and extent of the staining, so an estimate will be provided after the actual doll has been inspected.
Depending on the severity of the color transfer and how deeply it has penetrated, complete removal may not be possible, and in some cases there may be no improvement at all. This is why daily prevention is important.
⑤ How Much Should You Worry About Color Transfer During Normal Use?
Finally, I asked how much users should worry about color transfer under normal usage conditions.
【 Question 】
【Answer from Orient Industry】
Under normal usage conditions, if you mainly use light-colored clothing such as white, there is no need to be overly concerned.
On the other hand, dark-colored clothing such as black, navy, and red carries a higher risk of color transfer. We recommend testing for color transfer beforehand and regularly checking the doll’s condition after dressing it.
According to Orient Industry, if you mainly use light-colored clothing such as white, there is no need to be overly concerned.
On the other hand, when using dark-colored clothing such as black, navy, or red, advance testing and regular checks are recommended.
Even if you want to enjoy dark-colored outfits, proper clothing management can reduce the risk of color transfer.
Summary | Advance Testing and Regular Checks Are Important for Dark-Colored Clothing
After directly asking Orient Industry about color transfer, I confirmed that dark-colored clothing such as black, navy, and red may cause color transfer if left on the doll for a long period of time.
Particular caution is needed with denim, dark-colored synthetic fabrics, heavily dyed clothing, and new clothing.
Orient Industry recommends washing new clothing before use. For an outfit being used for the first time, it is also recommended to test the fabric for several days on an inconspicuous area, such as the sole of the foot, or on a separately sold silicone sample chip.
It is also important not to leave the doll dressed in the same outfit for a long period of time and to regularly check the doll’s condition when using dark-colored clothing.
If color transfer does occur, mild staining may improve in some cases. Orient Industry also provides repair services for color transfer removal.
However, depending on the severity of the color transfer and how deeply it has penetrated, complete removal may not be possible, and in some cases there may be no improvement at all.
To enjoy your favorite outfits while keeping your doll in beautiful condition for many years, I recommend advance testing and regular checks, especially when using dark-colored clothing.
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