Here's what each of the washing symbols mean and how to use them. But if it says “dry clean” it may also be hand or machine washable in cold water — good to know if you like saving money on dry cleaning! The dry clean symbol is a circle and indicates a garment is best cleaned by a professional dry cleaner
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Avoid washing anything marked with this symbol in your washing machine as it can damage or destroy certain fabrics.
What does “dry clean only” mean
1.1 definition “dry clean only” is a cleaning instruction found on garment labels, indicating that the item should not be washed using conventional methods with water and detergent Instead, it signifies that the garment requires dry cleaning, a solvent cleaning process that minimizes the risk of damage 1.2 care label symbols care labels often. Laundry care symbols on clothes labels can be difficult to decipher
Learn key symbols for how to wash, dry, iron, bleach, and dry clean clothes. If the label on your blouse reads “dry clean only,” there you go This indicates that the garment manufacturer has established that dry cleaning is the only safe way to wash the item