Fabric care experts share the safest way to clean delicate pieces.

Much like its name suggests, dry-cleaning is a solvent-based cleaning that does not use water. Water causes natural fibers to swell during washing and shrink once dried. The solvent, on the other hand ...

Machine washing garments labeled "dry clean only" carries significant risks, including shrinkage, dye bleeding, and color transfer, especially for lined items and delicate fabrics. Some "dry clean ...

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It's tempting to ignore the label, but it could cost you your shirt. Here's when you can get away with handwashing, plus best ...

Sweaters have a reputation for being difficult to clean, and many people either outsource the job to their local dry cleaner or simply don’t wash their sweaters at all. But, while many sweaters come ...

In response to a reader who has noticed more and more dry-clean-only labels on clothing, our critic explains why they are increasing and how to properly wash clothes. By Vanessa Friedman I love ...

You can hand wash some dry cleaning items that are made up of some cotton blends, silk, wool, rayon, and viscose. Hand wash these items in cold water with a gentle laundry detergent to prevent ...

Even the most delicate fabrics can often be treated at home, rather than dry-cleaned, and it doesn’t have to be a hassle. By Emilia Petrarca If laundry is a chore, hand washing might feel like ...

A trip to the dry cleaner can be time-consuming and costly. There's dropping off the clothes, paying their cleaning fee, and returning days later to pick up them up. This isn't a big deal if you’re ...

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