Kelly's Dry Cleaners Fabric Care Guide: How to Upkeep Your Fabrics

Different types of fabrics have specific needs. If you want to keep your clothes for long-term use, you need to know the proper way to care for them.

At Kelly's Dry Cleaners, we're here to make things easy for you. Take a look at our helpful tips for the particular fabric care that your garments need.

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Kelly’s Dry Cleaners Fabric
Care Guide: How to
Upkeep Your Fabrics
B L O G  |  K E L L Y ' S  D R Y  C L E A N E R S
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Proper care and maintenance of
fabrics are very important. Some
types of fabrics may require special
attention. Lumping everything
together will damage your clothes. 
Although it is tempting to do
shortcuts when it comes to
laundering, taking the time to do it
right is worth the effort. 
After all, your wardrobe represents a
huge investment of money, time, and
creativity. Never let carelessness cost
you.
We’ve put together a few guidelines
to help you care for your clothes.
While you can always check fabric
care symbols, following these basic
rules of laundering can help you get
clean and good-looking clothing
after every wash.
Linen
Linen, made from fibers of the flax
plant, is often treated with sizing, a
finish that makes it crisp. It wrinkles
easily and may require ironing.
Dry cleaning is highly recommended
to preserve linen colors. You can hand
wash or machine wash at your own
risk. Linen absorbs more water
compared to other fabrics, so do not
overcrowd the washer.
Remove any stain immediately using
non-bleach products. Bleach can
weaken the fibers and destroy dyed
clothes.
Always hang your linens to dry.
Tumble drying them may cause
shrinkage and creases. Never wash,
dry, or iron linens at a temperature
exceeding 60 degrees Celsius as fading
may occur.
Silk
This natural fiber is one of the world’s
oldest clothing material. It is supple,
strong, and lustrous. 
Washing silk requires extra care to
prevent tightening or puckering of
many weave patterns. Deep dye tones
may not be color-fast too.
Check the garment label. It should tell
you which design is washable or for
dry-clean only. If washable, use gentle
products. 
Hand liquid soap or baby shampoo
without conditioning additives are
excellent choices.
Do not tumble silk in a dryer. Roll it in
a towel to press out water, and then
hang to dry.
Cotton
Who does not wear cotton? It is a
worldwide favorite because it is
versatile and comfortable to wear.
Cotton is seen in most garments, from
casual shirts to ball gowns! You must
wash cotton fibers using cold water
only, this prevent shrinkage and
preserve deep colors.
However, for items that are
preshrunk or processed, you can use
hot, warm, or cold water, depending
on the color and the care label
recommendation. If the label agrees,
you can use chlorine to clean white
cotton.
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Dry cotton garments at a lower heat
and remove them from the dryer
while still fairly cool. Overdrying
cotton will cause shrinkage.
Polyester
Polyester makes colorful, durable, and
easy to care for garments. You can
clean them using a machine with
warm water.
Tumble-dry these garments on low
heat. Remove them from the dryer
while they are still slightly damp to
avoid wrinkles and a static buildup. Be
careful when ironing polyester. It can
melt beneath a scorching iron.
Wool
We all love wool, especially during
winter! It is naturally insulating and
very easy to dye. 
In its natural state, wool is washable
but you will also find wool garments
with complex designs with a “dry-
clean only” tag.
If the label specifies, wash it using a
gentle detergent and lukewarm water.
Cold water will shrink the fiber.
Spandex
Spandex is now being used in
different types of fabric to add stretch
and comfort. 
While this material is hand or
machine-washable, it should not
come in contact with hot water and
bleach.
Both will damage the fibers. Avoid
machine drying. Hang the garments
to dry. Extreme heat can cause some
spandex to bubble. If ironing is
necessary, press it quickly.
Cashmere
Take extra care when washing
cashmere. This is a sensitive material
and can be easily damaged. 
You can place it inside a laundry or a
mesh bag before washing. This will
prevent the rapid rotation of the
washer from agitating the fabric.
Use gentle or diluted detergent only.
Do not tumble dry. Lay out the fabric
on flat towels and air dry.
Chiffon
Chiffon is yet another light and
delicate fabric. It tends to bleed and
fray, thus requiring a lot of care
during washing. It is best hand-
washed using cold water. 
For Viscose Chiffon, do not squeeze or
twist it as the yarns of the fabric may
break easily. On the other hand, you
may wash poly Chiffon using a
machine.
Acetate
This man-made fiber is often blended
with other fabrics to create beautiful,
easy-to-drape clothing. 
Acetate and its blends clean up well
but are sensitive to dye transfer. If you
are not used to washing this type of
fabric, it is best to check the label.
Acetate fibers are best hand-washed
in cold water. Its weak fibers can be
easily damaged by heat, twisting, or
wringing. If you will use a machine,
choose a gentle setting.
Acetate can be ironed using a low-
heat setting. Use a press cloth to
prevent shine and preserve the beauty
of the fabric.
At Kelly’s Dry Cleaners, it is our
mission to help you keep your clothes
clean and soft, just like the way you
like them. We offer quality cleaning
services without the use of hazardous
materials.
If you need assistance in caring for
your fabrics, you may call our
Durango or Farmington offices at
(970) 903-1642 or (505) 564-3333,
respectively.
Durango, CO
(970) 903-1642
Farmington, NM
(505) 564-3333
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