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Washing Cotton Fabrics

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Use warm water for dark colors, cold for light colors and delicates. Tumble dry on low heat, and remove promptly to reduce wrinkling.

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Cleaning Suede Items

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Use a suede brush to remove dirt. Deal with spills immediately by blotting. Apply a suede protector to prevent stains.

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Handling Delicate Lace

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Hand wash with a gentle detergent. Lay flat to dry on a towel. Avoid wringing or twisting to maintain shape.

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Cleaning Velvet

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Use a soft brush to remove surface dirt. Dry clean when necessary, as water can damage the fabric pile.

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Treating Stains on Garments

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Treat stains as soon as possible. Blot the stain, do not rub. Use the appropriate stain remover for the fabric type.

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Removing Pilling from Knits

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Use a fabric shaver or pill comb to gently remove pilling. Lay the garment flat and work in one direction with the tool.

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Washing Wool Garments

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Use cold water and a gentle cycle, or hand wash with a wool detergent. Lay flat to dry away from direct heat or sunlight.

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Caring for Down Jackets

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Wash with a down-specific detergent in cold water. Use tennis balls in the dryer to fluff up the down. Dry thoroughly.

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Ironing Dress Shirts

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Iron when slightly damp on a medium-high setting with steam. Use a pressing cloth for delicate fabrics to avoid shine.

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Washing Silk Items

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Hand wash with mild detergent in lukewarm water. Do not wring or twist; roll in a towel to extract water. Air dry out of direct sunlight.

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Maintaining Fleece Fabric

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Wash with like colors in warm water. Avoid heat when drying to prevent pilling. Do not iron.

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Preventing Shrinkage in Apparel

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Wash with cold water and dry on the lowest temperature setting. Consider laying flat to dry where possible.

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Caring for Spandex/Elastane

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Use cold water and mild detergent. Do not use chlorine bleach. Air dry to maintain elasticity.

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Preserving Bright Colors

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Turn colored items inside out before washing. Use cold water and a color-safe detergent. Avoid prolonged sun exposure when drying.

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Washing Activewear

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Use sports detergent and cold water to prevent fabric damage and odor buildup. Avoid fabric softeners, which can degrade performance fabrics.

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Cleaning Leather Goods

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Wipe with a damp, soft cloth using a mild soap solution. Dry away from heat sources. Condition regularly to maintain suppleness.

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Washing Swimwear

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Hand wash with mild detergent in cold water after each use. Lay flat to dry away from sunlight. Avoid wringing out.

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Drying Denim

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Turn jeans inside out before washing and air dry to maintain color. If tumble drying, use a low setting.

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Storing Cashmere Sweaters

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Store flat in a breathable cotton storage bag, with cedar blocks to deter moths. Avoid hangers to prevent stretching.

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Caring for Linen

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Hand wash or use a gentle cycle with a mild detergent. Iron when still damp or use a steamer for best results.

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