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warm. For most laundry, the best temperature for washing clothes is warm. Warm water is the go-to temp for washing colored clothes. And that’s going to be true in many cases, no matter the fabric type or how light or dark the clothing is. Is 40 degrees a warm wash? 40 degrees Celsius isn’t considered […]

Use Cold Water Your best bet with hoodies, cardigans or pullovers is washing with cold water on a gentle cycle. How do you wash a sweatshirt in the washing machine? Turn the hoodie inside out and zip any zippers so they don’t snag on other clothing items. Use cold water and standard detergent and run […]

Final Thoughts. Febreze Fabric Refresher is safe and easy to use to trap odors on most fabrics. Febreze works well on clothing, carpets, upholstery, bedding, and car interiors. Can Febreze make clothes smell better? If that is something you’re looking for then, yes, Febreze Clothing Odor Eliminator works. The Clothing Odor Eliminator is a quick-drying […]

Banish the musty smells Luckily, Febreze eliminates odours, rather than just covering them up. The trick lies in the active ingredient, cyclodextrin, a doughnut-shaped molecule that locks the odour in its ring to eliminate it. Does Febreze help with musty smell? Need some extra help with smoke or other tough-to-get-rid-of smells? Spray Febreze Air for […]

If the ends don’t stay together, the yarn is acrylic or manmade. Items that are made with wool should be hand-washed to avoid shrinkage. Instructions. How to Wash Hand-Knit Clothes and Blankets Detergent Gentle or wool wash Water Temperature Cold Cycle Type Do not machine-wash Drying Cycle Type Do not machine-dry Can knitted sweaters be […]

Because of the difference in processes, when it comes to dry cleaning vs washing, dry cleaning is better for removing grease, oil, or other deep-set stains. Basic detergent may not always be able to get stains out of clothing, but dry cleaning can. Is dry clean better than washing? But, is dry cleaning better for […]

Under normal conditions, the process of dry cleaning should not shrink your clothes. The process is called “dry” cleaning, because rather than use water to wash your clothes with, dry cleaners use a chemical solvent in a machine that both washes and dries your clothes. Does dry cleaning make clothes shrink? The Dry Cleaning Process […]

And as strange as that may sound, dry cleaning does actually clean your clothes. Instead of cleaning with water and detergents, garments are cleaned with organic solvents that work to lift stains without damaging delicate fabrics such as silk, wool and velvet. How do clothes get clean when dry cleaned? How Does Dry Cleaning Work? […]

cold water. Most manufactures of 100% cotton clothes recommend that they be washed by hand in cold water with a mild detergent. This will make it possible for their good appearance to last the longest. Does 100% cotton shrink at 60 degrees? The chance of cotton shrinking increases the warmer you wash. At 90 degrees, […]

Why Hand Wash? The idea of hand washing your clothing is that it is more gentle on fabrics than the washing machine. Hand washing doesn’t come with hot water temperatures (since you have to get your hands in there). It doesn’t use agitator that may be rough on certain types of fabric. Is gentle cycle […]

Any standard liquid or powder detergent should work for most items. Delicate fabrics may call for something more gentle, like fine fabric detergent, free and gentle detergent or mild dish liquid. Can you use dish soap to hand-wash clothes? The answer to the question is, yes, dish soap can be a good alternative to laundry […]

When hand-washing clothes, the water should always be cold or tepid—never more than 85 degrees. Hot water can cause color bleeding or shrinkage. Is it better to hand wash clothes in cold or hot water? Cold water is fine for most clothes and other items that you can safely put in the washing machine. It […]

Some manufacturers put hand-wash only labels on clothes because they haven’t tested them in the washing machine. This is to cover themselves, so that if you do machine-wash something and it gets damaged, you can’t blame them. Can I wash something that says hand wash? Tips for washing ‘hand wash only’ items in the washing […]

This leaves us wondering whether “hand wash only” clothes go in the washing machine. After all, nobody really wants to submerge their hands in soapy water to scrub clothing. The good news is yes, “hand wash only” clothes can go in the washing machine, but with care. What happens if I machine wash hand wash […]

Rolling is the best way to keep your clothes wrinkle-free since your clothes are tightly rolled without any hard creases. To avoid creases, fold your clothes along the seams and smooth out any wrinkles. Then roll your clothes. Don’t skip the middle step of smoothing out wrinkles. How do I make sure my clothes don’t […]

Fabric shrinkage during dry cleaning is usually caused by excessive heat or moisture in the solvent. One component of the dry cleaning machine, called the “chiller”, prevents the dry cleaning solvent from getting too hot. How do you Unshrink clothes? How to Unshrink Clothes in 6 Steps Use lukewarm water and gentle shampoo or soap. […]

Sewing with ZQ Premium Merino is simple, even for a beginner with little experience. As opposed to cotton knits and synthetic knits, merino jersey is stable and holds its shape well, making it a great option for first-time knit sewists. Is it easy to sew merino? Sewing merino is easy, even for a beginner with […]

Wash Everything Before you even begin to pack, you must make sure to wash all the clothing you want to store. This is crucial to maintaining the longevity of all the clothes you are storing. Unwashed clothing can produce mold and mildew, and begin to smell if left long term. Do you need to wash […]

Neckwear refers to various styles of clothing worn around the (human) neck. They are worn for fashion, combat, or protection against the influences of weather. Common neckwear today includes bow ties, neckties (cravat), scarves, feather boas and shawls. What’s the thing you put around your neck? A cervical collar is used to support and protect […]

How to Remove Stains From Wool Treat the stain. For alcohol, coffee, food, chocolate, urine or vomit stains. Soak the wool. Once you have treated the specific stain spot, soak the garment in a sink or large tub in cool water with some wool detergent. Rinse. Dry. Seek professional help if needed. How do you […]