Imagine this: you’ve got your outfit planned for the day, but when you start to get dressed – it all fits wrong.
It’s surprisingly common to find your shirts or trousers shrunken after a wash cycle, but it’s a problem you can avoid. Just follow our tips for that perfect fit!
The Best Method
If you’ve got the time, hand wash! Hand washing in cold water will keep the fibers from shrinking thanks to heat, and the personal touch will let you keep your clothes in great shape. This avoids the wear and tear of machine washing too.
Follow Care Instructions
Don’t ignore the tags on your clothes! Follow the instructions on it as well as possible. Delicate fabrics usually require hand washing, or washing on a delicate cycle on low heat. Stronger fabrics like cotton or cotton-blends are good for regular cycles and medium heat.
Prevent Shrinking During Washing
It’s simple: use cold water. For extra care, use your washer’s delicate settings. This prevents the fibers from relaxing into their natural, pre-stretched state – that causes them to shrink. It avoids agitating the fibers or snagging on one another.
Prevent Shrinking During Drying
Avoid applying heat to dry your clothes in the drying process just like the washing process. Dry them on hangers or clothing racks in a cool, dry place. Or use tumble-dry, air-dry on low heat settings on your dryer.
Leave It To The Pros
If you don’t have the time or patience for such meticulous care, London Dry Clean will take care of it for you. Our full range of dry cleaning services guarantee great-looking clothes and save you lots of time – with a free pick-up and delivery service.
