dry cleaning Digest Number 1062

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Now where in the heck did they get the idea that wool doesn't wash well?! I never dry-"clean" anything, including my wool pea coat. Hand wash it and take it to the cleaners to have 'em press it, and it's just perfect.

 

In a message dated 10/31/04 1:29:31 AM, writes:

 

 

Take clothing out of the plastic bags, and allow them to sufficiently

air out in a well-ventilated area. Hang them outside. Many fabrics that

say "dry clean only" don't require it. Manufacturers often put it on the

label to prevent liability - they must accept the return if a garment

shrinks or loses its shape. Dry cleaning is the only guaranteed method

of cleaning that prevents this. In many cases, you can safely handwash

"dry clean only" items (silk and rayon tend to wash well, wool does not)

using rules that apply to most delicate clothing. Another option is to

seek out "wet cleaners". The professional process uses steam and mild

soaps instead of toxic solvents.