Keep stain sources such as perfume, hair spray, lotions and medicines, from coming into contact with your clothing. “TLC” tip: If you like to spray your hair after you're fully dressed, wrap a towel around your shoulders first to protect your clothes.
Acidic solutions, including perspiration, antiperspirant and juice drinks, can discolor fabrics. This transformation can be noticeable after the first wearing, but may not show up until the item has been worn numerous times.
Chlorine and chlorinated pool water contain bleach that can stain clothing. In fact, any item with bleach, ammonia or hydrogen peroxide, such as household cleaners and even toothpaste, can cause damage.
Nail polish and polish removers contain a de-colorant called acetone. If you have a nail polish stain, it’s best to bring it to Dependable Cleaners for removal.
Candle wax contains stearin, a fatty substance that can cause permanent discoloration on clothing in the form of a stain. To remove hardened wax, peel gently. Apply blotting paper and iron the item on a light setting to remove any remaining wax. Wash the item and bring it to us to remove the fatty stain.
Treat a stain by blotting the area. Do not rub it. Rubbing can spread the stain and grind it into the clothing fibers.
Rewash an item if stains have not disappeared after a first washing. Stains that are allowed to dry can set permanently.
Treat a stain immediately. Time and heat tend to set stains, making them harder (if not impossible) to remove. If it is a dry clean only garment, or if you observe discoloration, bring the garment to us immediately. We may be able to neutralize the discoloration.
Do not allow garments to be exposed to artificial or natural light for long periods of time as it can cause fading. Dry jeans inside out to slow their fading process.
