Looking for experiences with lint shavers

Hi,

I have a few pieces of clothing here that have started to pill over time. Since I’m actually quite attached to some of them, I’m now looking for a gentle way to remove the pills. According to ***Link removed***, lint shavers are supposed to work well for this. Now I’m wondering if I can use these devices on any fabric, or if I need to be careful with certain types of fabric. Does anyone know anything about this?

Best regards

Hi Lwi,
Welcome to the forum.
Please don’t include links in your posts.

Hi Lwi,
In my experience, a lint shaver can also create holes. It might work for woven garments, but for knits—which have a very uneven surface—it’s not very effective and can actually ruin the garment.
I pluck the lint off by hand, little by little, while on the phone or something like that; for me, that’s been the best method so far.
Best regards, Inna

I used to have a lint shaver and found it only somewhat effective. I just use my husband’s good, regular blade razor :-))

Lay the garment flat on a table and shave it carefully.

Before I stop wearing the garment altogether, I’d rather take the risk of making a hole in it. In the worst case, I’ll just crochet a little flower and sew it on, or I’ll just have to throw it away.

All the best, Diana