7 Reasons You Shouldn't Throw Out That Pilled Sweater

If a good wool sweater is sitting in your drawer because of the fuzz balls, read this before you give it away.

1. Your sweater is not worn out, it is just pilled

You pull out your favorite wool sweater and there they are: little balls of fuzz on the sleeves, under the arms, and wherever your bag strap rubs.

It still fits and it is still warm. The pills are what make it look tired, so it sits in the drawer.

2. Why lint rollers, tape and razors fall short

A pill is a little knot of fibers still anchored in the knit. A lint roller or tape grabs loose lint and slides right over it.

A disposable razor can take some fuzz off, but it can also nick a thread. Picking pills off by hand takes all evening.

3. Fine teeth lift the pills off the surface

This comb has a single row of fine metal teeth. Drawn in short, light strokes in one direction, the teeth catch the pills and lift them off the surface of the knit.

You can watch the fuzz collect on the comb as that patch of sweater smooths out.

4. No batteries, no motor, no noise

There is nothing to charge and no motor. It sits in a drawer or a suitcase and is ready when you are.

A plain beech-wood handle gives you a comfortable grip. To clean it, brush the fuzz off with your fingers.

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5. Will it snag? Straight answers

Use light, short strokes and test on an inside seam first. Loose or delicate knits can snag, so skip open-weave pieces.

It works best on wool and cashmere. Tightly woven cotton pills less and responds less, and on heavy pilling across a big coat an electric shaver is faster.

6. Sweaters, coats, scarves and throws

Use it on sweaters, wool coats, scarves and couch throws.

It is small enough to pack, so a quick tidy before dinner on a trip takes a minute.

7. Buy 1, Get 1 Free: two combs for $20

Every order is Buy 1, Get 1 Free: two combs for $20. One for the closet and one for the suitcase, or one to tuck in with a sweater you are giving.

Bigger bundles work the same way: 4 combs for $40 or 6 for $60. If it is not right for you, contact us within 30 days for a full refund.