If you have a prized suit that you love to wear for big meetings or even just for special occasions, you know how hard it is to take care of it. A really good suit will need to be dry cleaned but knowing when it needs to be cleaned and how often are things that many people simply do not know.
Well as a person who has ruined more than their fair share of suits, I have looked into this and as a result, I have some pro tips for you to make sure that your favorite suit is able to be worn for as long as possible.
We have all heard the term “dry cleaning” if you are reading this I am guessing chances are you have even had some clothes dry cleaned, but not many people actually know what dry cleaning is.
Basically, dry cleaning is the process of cleaning fabric with a substance called Perchloroethylene, more commonly referred to as Perc. Interestingly, Perc is still a liquid, even though it is called dry cleaning!
Dry cleaning will, of course, freshen up and make your suit look great, but it has been proven that Perc over time can be harmful to suits. This is because it natural oils that are in your suits fibers are stripped away by the perc.
Using your eyes and nose is the best way to know if your suit needs a clean. When giving it a quick wipe or brush down no longer gets rid of a stain or if it starts to “smell” a little bit, you know it is time to take it in for a dry clean.
It is very important to find a high quality dry cleaner company. A proper dry cleaning will thoroughly remove stains that have accumulated over time, even ones that occurred long ago. Your suit should fit the same way that it did before it was cleaned. It should not appear to be overly shiny or glossy. The suit also should not have indents. If you see any of these signs, it is time to find a different dry cleaner.
The dry cleaners will have your suit fully cleaned and ready for you within the promised timeframe. You can count on Durango laundry services to always get the job done correctly.
Mitchel Groff 