Dry cleaning is one of those essentials in life that is a mystery. Most of us ask, “How often should I send my clothes to the dry cleaner”? Most of our clothes can be dry-cleaned but in moderation. The high drying temperatures and chemicals can weaken fabrics and buttons. In other words, the cleaning process can decrease the lifespan of your beautiful garments.
So what can we do? This article gives valuable alternatives to dry cleaning and techniques to use.
Dry-Cleaning Solutions
Once you know which clothes and stains are good candidates, you can take care of them yourself without much effort or expense, in the comfort of your own laundry room. Chances are you can launder more of your wardrobe than you think. What to Wash Garments that are simply constructed, unlined, and made of natural fibers (cotton, silk, and linen) or of the synthetic workhorse polyester can probably be washed by hand or in cold water in a machine. Read the full story here… marthastewart.com
Here’s a closing thought. Do not store your clothes in plastic bags from the dry cleaners. Leaving your clothes in plastic dry cleaner bags can cause yellowing staining and other mishaps. Read the chemical process below.
Drawbacks of Leaving Dry Cleaning in Their Plastic Bags
Question: Should I leave my clean dry cleaning in the plastic bag? Dry cleaners provide a lightweight plastic bag of freshly cleaned clothing. Should you leave your clothes in the bag to protect them? Drawbacks of Leaving Dry Cleaning in Their Plastic Bags
Editorial Update: We strive to keep our content accurate and up-to-date. As part of our ongoing efforts, this article has been moved from Home + Garden to HOME DECORE & GARDENING on MM/DD/2023.
