Silk

Hard 20-30 min

Hand-wash silk properly to preserve its luster and prevent damage.

Cashmere

Medium 25-35 min

Keep cashmere soft and pill-free with proper hand washing technique.

Wool

Medium 20-30 min

Wash wool without shrinking, felting, or losing shape.

Down Jacket

Medium 30 min active + drying

Wash a down jacket without clumping the fill or losing insulation.

Linen

Easy Machine wash cycle

Wash linen properly to soften it without shrinking or wrinkling excessively.

Denim / Jeans

Easy Machine wash cycle

Wash jeans to preserve color, fit, and fabric life.

Polyester & Synthetic Blends

Easy Machine wash cycle

Wash polyester to remove odors without pilling or static buildup.

Cotton (Preventing Shrinkage)

Easy Machine wash cycle

Wash cotton properly to minimize shrinkage and maintain softness.

Bed Sheets

Easy Machine wash + dry

Wash bed sheets at the right temperature to kill dust mites and bacteria without damage.

Bath Towels

Easy Machine wash + dry

Wash towels to stay fluffy and absorbent without musty smell.

Velvet

Medium 15-20 min

Clean velvet without crushing the pile or creating water marks.

Leather Jacket

Medium 20-30 min

Clean and condition a leather jacket to maintain softness and prevent cracking.

Gore-Tex / Waterproof Jackets

Medium 20 min + dry cycle

Wash Gore-Tex and waterproof jackets to restore breathability and water repellency.

Swimsuit / Swimwear

Easy 5-10 min

Properly rinse and wash swimsuits to prevent chlorine and saltwater damage.

Silk Tie

Hard 10-15 min

Spot-clean silk ties without water marks, shrinking, or damaging the interlining.

Dress Shirts (Collar & Cuff Stains)

Easy 5 min + wash cycle

Pre-treat ring-around-the-collar and cuff stains before washing.

Suede Clothing (Jackets, Skirts)

Hard 15-20 min

Clean suede garments without water damage or nap distortion.

Comforter / Duvet

Medium 30 min active + dry time

Wash a comforter at home without lumping the fill or shrinking the cover.

General Stain Pre-Treatment

Easy 5 min

The universal pre-treatment method that works on most common fabric stains.

Last reviewed: March 20, 2026

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