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The Advantages of Dry Cleaning

We may complain about it every so often, and it might be a hassle in the midst of our busy lives, but let’s face it: doing laundry is pretty easy. After all, people used to wash every piece of clothing by hand, but now we have machines that will do it for us, so long as we load them.

But just because doing laundry at home is a simple process doesn’t mean it’s all your clothes need. In fact, on the contrary; in addition to machine washing, dry cleaning is an essential part of keeping your wardrobe—and some pieces more than others—in the best condition possible. Here are some of the advantages of dry cleaning:

1. It’s less abrasive. The machine washing process—spinning in water, tossing in the drier, being subjected to heat­—can wear down the fibers and material of clothing over time. Plus, if you use the wrong detergent or bleach, you can often end up ruining your clothes. Dry cleaning, on the other hand, involves a solvent that is easy on the fabric, and Crest’s version, called the GreenEarth cleaning system, is also environmentally friendly. 
2. There’s no water. When you clean clothes in water, colors can run and fabrics often break down or shrink. Dry cleaning preserves the integrity of the garment far better than washing does, and there’s no risk of the appearance or size being altered.
3. Finishing is done for you. Some of the real time investment in doing laundry comes in the ironing, folding, and hanging stages; and if you skimp there, clothes become wrinkled and disheveled. Dry cleaners take this step for you, and we make sure it’s professionally done.
4. Other items than clothing can be dry cleaned. There are limitations in what you can put in the washing machine, however dry cleaners are able to treat a host of household items beyond clothing. Even certain types of shoes, such as UGG boots, can be dry cleaned.
5. Care for particular fabrics.One of the biggest risks in washing at home is how fabrics will respond. While some materials like cotton are generally safe, others, like wool, can go either way, and some shouldn’t be machine washed or dried at all. Dry cleaning ensures that the fabric will be handled properly according to its needs, and it takes the burden off you to decide how to treat it.
6. Odor removal. Certain types of odors, like those from smoke and water damage, are incredibly difficult to remove. Most dry cleaners have processes that can handle these dilemmas, even if the smell in question has been present for a long time.
7. Stain removal. Similar to odors, stains that withstand the most dogged of washings can often be eliminated during a trip to the cleaners. If the our previous blog post on how to get rid of stains fails you, send the clothing our way and we’ll handle it.

As you can see, the dry cleaner is far more than just a laundry service for nice clothes. Make things easier on yourself and take advantage of what we have to offer. Also, for the extra convenience, make sure you look into Crest’s home delivery service. You might be able to phase out your washer and drier altogether!

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