“My comforter is soiled and needs to be cleaned. The care instructions say the preferred method is wet cleaning. What does this mean?” A. Wet cleaning is a process used by the few professional drycleaners who have the state-of-the-art computer-controlled equipment that monitors water level, temperature, agitation and soap dispensing. It’s environmentally safe as water is the solvent. The controls can be programmed for many variables, including how fast the drum inside the washing machine rotates, the temperature and amount... View Article
5 Tips to Removing Common BBQ Stains A. Chances are that you’ve already broken out your entire summer wardrobe and you’re going to a cookout in the near future. We’ve all experienced the unhappiness of noticing a ketchup or mustard stain on that brand new polo shirt. Here are 5 Tips to remove common BBQ stains: Mustard – We list this one first because it’s one of the most challenging to remove. Make sure to carefully wipe off as much... View Article
“How often should I dry clean my clothes?” A. Well-groomed, neatly cleaned and pressed clothing looks great and can make a stellar impression. With proper dry cleaning, your clothes will look better longer. How often you should dry clean really depends on how often you wear the garment and how well you take care of it between trips to the cleaners. Here are a few rules of thumb. If a garment is soiled or affected by perspiration or odor, it... View Article
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The cleanliness and organization of your closet play an important role in the life of your clothes. Here are 10 tips to be sure your closet is working for you: Clean your closet. Dust mites, including moth sacs, are in many closets. You can’t see them but moths like to lay eggs in wool, silk and fur garments that have not been disturbed for awhile. Don’t put wet or damp clothes or shoes in the closet, as this promotes mildew.... View Article
