Drying, Ironing, Dry Cleaning, Suitings, Shirts, Blouses, Tee Tops, Ties & Scarves, Pants, Knitwears, Polos, Victoria, Australia

GETTING THE MOST OUT OF WASHING

• Some colours, particularly dark ones, may bleed during the first few washes, so it is advisable to wash them separately.
• An overloaded washing machine will stop clothes being cleaned properly.
• It is advisable to empty pockets, unfasten all buttons and lift the collar before washing.
• Do not wash at very hot temperatures.
• It is advisable not to let clothing get too soiled before washing.

HAND WASHING

• In the first few washes colours may bleed, therefore the garment should be washed separately.
• Allow the soap or detergent to totally dissolve before adding the garment.
• Do not rub or wring garment, gently squeeze instead.
• Rinse detergent out thoroughly.

DRYING

• If drying clothes indoors, ensure the area is well ventilated.
• Garments should be dried away from direct sunlight or heavy winds, especially if they are of a dark colour.
• Knit garments should be dried by being pressed between two towels to remove the bulk of the moisture, and then laid flat to dry - hanging them may result in the garment stretching out of shape.
• Do not tumble dry any garments on a hot setting.

IRONING

• Follow the ironing instructions on the garment label.
• Be cautious with iron temperature- all fabrics will damage above a certain heat. If you are pressing a new fabric or using an iron you are not familiar with, it is advisable to begin on a cooler setting than indicated
• Use of a pressing cloth will help to avoid fabric shining, particularly for wool and polyester.
• To avoid damaging buttons, iron the button area of the garment on the reverse side.

DRY CLEANING

• Ensure that your dry-cleaner is following the dry-clean instructions on the garment's care label.
• With dry-cleanable garments, it is advisable to leave the treatment of unusual or stubborn stains to your dry-cleaner.

HOW DO I CARE FOR..

SUITINGS - WOOL/POLYESTER

• Jackets must be dry-cleaned only.

FOR WASHABLE BOTTOMS ONLY

• Will shrink if washed at very high temperatures.
• Use a mild wool detergent to clean.
• A regular dry-clean will help maintain garment appearance.

SUITINGS - POLYESTER

• Jackets must be dry-cleaned only.
• Be cautious with iron temperature - all fabrics will damage above a certain. heat.

FOR WASHABLE BOTTOMS & DRESSES ONLY./

• A pre-wash spray may be useful for stain removal.
• A regular dry-clean will help maintain garment appearance.

SHIRTS & BLOUSES - COTTON/POLYESTER

• High alkaline anti perspirant should be avoided to reduce permanent stains appearing on armholes.
• An ironing aid & steam iron may aid in pressing.

BLOUSES - POLYESTER

• Be cautious with iron temperature - all fabrics will damage above a certain heat.

TEE TOPS - VISCOSE/POLYESTER

• Do not tumble dry.
• Be cautious with iron temperature - all fabrics will damage above a certain heat.

TIES & SCARVES - POLYESTER OR SILK

• These garments should be dry-cleaned only.
• Due to the delicate nature of these fabrics, avoid constant rubbing against surfaces. Use of a tie pin will help stop this.
• Rotating your tie with an alternative, so that it is not worn too often, will prolong its life.

SHIRTS & PANTS - POLYESTER/COTTON DRILL

• Some colours, particularly dark ones, may bleed during the first few washes, so it is advisable to wash them separately.

KNITWEAR - WOOL & WOOL BLEND

• Lay flat to dry & to store to avoid loss of garment shape.
• Will shrink if washed at very high temperatures.
• Use a mild wool detergent to clean.
• Invest in a lint shaver to reduce effects of excessive wear.

POLOS - POLYESTER/COTTON BLEND

• Lay flat to dry & to store to avoid loss of garment shape.
• Some colours, particularly dark ones, may bleed during the first few washes, so it is advisable to wash them separately.

FURTHER POINTS ...

HANGING OF GARMENTS

• Garments will retain their shape and appearance longer if hung properly when not worn.

WASHABLE GARMENTS

• A regular dry-clean and professional press of hand or machine washable garments, will help prolong the life and look of the garment.

TAX DEDUCTABILITY

• Remember that all expenses incurred relating to the maintenance and upkeep of your wardrobe (e.g. dry-cleaning, pressing, tailor costs) are tax deductible.

JACKETS

• Due to their construction, jackets should be dry-cleaned only.
• It is advisable to remove your jacket when driving or doing particularly active work.

STAINING

• Often stains may be removed if treated immediately with some gentle dabbing from a clean damp cloth.
• Pre-wash spray is recommended for stain removal on some washable garments.
• On dry-cleanable garments, it is advisable to leave the treatment of unusual or stubborn stains to your dry-cleaner.

PULLED THREADS

• A snag (a pulled thread in a garment), may occur if you brush against a rough surface or sharp corner. The best way to deal with a snag is to use a fine needle to push the thread through to the wrong side of the garment - it is important to catch it early, because a small snag can easily develop into a major run. Never cut a pulled thread.

CREASING

• Creasing is a natural occurrence in a work environment. Cotton rich garments will tend to crease more easily than synthetic ones, and may need to be pressed more often.

LINT SHAVER

• Invest in a lint shaver to reduce effects of excessive wear.

ROTATING YOUR GARMENTS

• To prolong the life of your garments, particularly shirts and ties, which are made of finer fabrics, it is advisable to have alternatives from which to choose. This is so that you are not forced to wear the one garment too often.