Ike Sorensen

Care & materials writer

Ike is the person friends message when a seam splits an hour before a party. He writes about the boring, essential half of latex: shining, dressing aids, storage, repair, and the chemistry that ruins a garment if you ignore it. Careful, methodical, allergic to myths.

Experience: Ten years repairing and caring for latex garments.

Writes on: latex care, shining and polishing, storage, repair, material chemistry

Elsewhere: X · Telegram · Instagram

Guides by Ike Sorensen (7)

• What stains latex: metals, oils and dyes to keep away from rubber Guide
• How to put on latex without tearing it: a calm, step-by-step method Guide
• Latex allergy guide: patch testing, warning signs and safe alternatives Guide
• How to store latex so it stays smooth, supple and stain-free Guide
• How to shine latex: get a safe mirror finish that lasts Guide
• How to clean latex: gentle hand washing and drying that protects rubber Guide
• Latex care and shine: how to clean, store and polish rubber Guide

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