You know those hieroglyphic-like laundry symbols ... care instructions,” says Alicia Sokolowski, president and co-CEO of Aspen Clean. “What might happen if you put a dry-clean-only garment ...

Step 1: Decode Fabric Care Symbols When you buy a piece of clothing look at the care instructions on the tag before washing the item for the first time. Here’s a handy chart that tells you what ...

Enter the International Association for Textile ... Read on to finally understand the basics of garment care. Bleaching care symbols and white towels. Using bleach has always been controversial ...

Each symbol tells you all you need to know about the care and upkeep of your garment. The system covers five basic areas: washing, bleaching, drying, ironing, and dry-cleaning. An easy way to ...