sunshineclover (![[info]](http://l-stat.livejournal.com/img/userinfo.gif){kind=small} sunshineclover) wrote,@ 2007-10-03 11:25:00 |
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♥ Read the care label and washing instructions. Take your clothes to a specialist leather cleaner or a reputable dry cleaner.
♥ Organise your laundry. Group similar washcare garments and sort into whites, darks and colours.
♥ Turn your garment inside out before washing.
♥ Make sure you use the correct washing temperature. If unsure, always wash at a lower rather than higher temperature.
♥ Rinse until water runs clear after hand washing your clothes.
♥ Dry as stated on the wash instructions.
♥ Rinse swimwear after use.
♥ Take care when ironing, always follow the instructions on the care label. Always iron on the reverse of any prints.
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Dont's
♥ Don't overload the washing machine.
♥ Do not leave garments with white and coloured panels soaking for prolonged periods.
♥ Do not soak any garments with metal fastners.
♥ Don't use too much detergent. Also, don't use fabric detergents containing bleach.
♥ Don't spin any wool, acetate, viscose or mix garments.
♥ Do not tumble dry garments unless stated on the care label.
♥ Do not wring swimwear.
♥ Do not iron trims or prints
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Other Useful Tips
♥ Keep bright colors from running. Immerse clothes in full strength vinegar for 10 minutes before washing.
♥ More info on the uses of vinegar for clothing care here.
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