Category: Care Tips

  • Appreciation Day.

    Today we celebrate the dedication, ingenuity and friendliness of every member of our wonderful and devoted staff. Drivers, finishers, inspectors, packagers and counter care specialists all work to keep you happy. We’re in the business of taking care of your garments, and without our caring staff we’d be nothing. Next time you deal with us, take…

  • Winter warning.

    Deicing products, like salt, are a welcome relief from slippery sidewalks and driveways. But when salty slush and water splash on your clothes, the chemical solution can pull color, leave rings and create permanent stains on your winter clothing and shoes. Before your snow-spattered trousers, skirt or outerwear show the signs of damage, bring them…

  • Valentine’s Day Sunday.

    After the romantic celebration is over, let us clean your dressup outfit so it’s ready for the next party, dinner or gala event. Of course, we can remove typical Valentine stains like lipstick, champagne and chocolate. Tuxedo, suit or sportcoat, dress, gown or frock – your cleaning experts are standing by.

  • Superbowl Sunday.

    Enjoy the game with no penalties for snack fumbles. Out stain removal experts know how to recover from guacamole interference, Buffalo sauce encroachment and incomplete beverage passing. Blot the damage and let us get started on it Monday morning. We can even remove team color makeup from your favorite jersey. Now go team, GO!

  • Home for Christmas.

    Please join us, our employees, our families and friends, in a Christmas wish for peace on earth, goodwill towards all. No matter your faith, station, nationality or color, we’re joined in this season of renewal, of hope and blessing.

  • The gift of clean.

    Yes, this is a shameless plug for shirts, sweaters and suits — cleaned and pressed to crisp perfection — with a gift certificate from us. We custom-make them in a size to fit every budget and dry cleaning and laundry is something everyone needs. Even the garbage man will appreciate a little cleaning this Christmas.

  • Shearling season.

    From runway to lodge, shearling’s cuddly warmth makes it a cold weather favorite. Sheepskin’s soft wool fibers are naturally thermostatic, wicking away moisture while they insulate. Caring for your shearling starts with gentle brushing to restore suede’s nap and remove surface soil. Fluff the inside lightly with a wire dog brush. Caught in some wet…

  • Uggs.

    Keeping classic Ugg’s soft suede clean can be a challenge. A suede brush can remove surface grime; use a damp cloth to finish. If your Uggs smell a little ugly, be sure they’re always dry after wear – crumple newspapers to absorb the damp and add baking soda to neutralize any odors. For near-miraculous cleaning and restoration,…

  • Corduroy wales.

    Classic autumn favorite corduroy needs special cleaning care to preserve the rich velvety pile and prevent shrinking. If your corduroy is garment is washable, check the label for specifics before throwing it in the wash. Never wash with lint producers like fleece, felt or terry. Use the right water temperature, wash like colors together, and turn…

  • Sweaters, 101.

    Colder weather means sweaters, and caring for your knitwear is easy when you know a few simple tricks. The number one rule: never stretch by hanging. Always fold. How often to clean? Every four wearings, unless you spill, sweat or are around smoke. Pills? Remove carefully with a razor, one at a time or use…