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silk
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household fabrics |
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environmental issues |
| protect
your wardrobe |
suede
& leather |
care label & problems |
Read the fabric contents
and care labels. Fresh Touch and many other cleaners offer washing and handwashing
in addition to dry cleaning, but the buyer should make an informed purchase
decision. Avoid care labels that
say "Spot Clean Only", "Dry Clean Exclusive of
Ornamentation" , "Do Not Soak" and "Always
wash separately." Inspect seam construction,
particularly on sheer or metal thread fabrics. Don't buy window display
garments or garments that might have light fading on the shoulders or sleeves
from in store displays. Bright colored silks are particularly vulnerable. Remember that open weave
and loose weave fabrics tend to snag and stretch. Buy "Sanded Silk" garments
understanding that the fuzzy thread ends can be rubbed off during wear or
cleaning. This results in a color change because of the changed light reflective
characteristics and an unacceptable appearance. Beware of stressed garments.
Chemicals and/or abrasive materials have been used to create the look and
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| buying clothing |
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silk
& rayon |
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household fabrics |
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environmental issues |
| protect
your wardrobe |
suede
& leather |
care label & problems |
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