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Groundhog Day, again?
When the laundry piles up and starts looking like the same old same thing over and over, give yourself a day off and let our professional laundry team take care of it. Our commercial cleaning machines, specialty cleaning products and expert stain removal get everything super clean. And we can press everything to like-new perfection…
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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.
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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.
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Holiday stain relief.
Candle wax, pumpkin pie, pine resin, turkey fat, red wine and lipstick stains (caused by mistletoe) are just a few of the risks of entertaining. Our stain experts know how to treat even the worst, using techniques and specialized products not available for home use. Bring the damaged item to us as soon as possible…
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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…
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Fur or not.
Whether you choose real or faux fur, fur stoles were a strong favorite on the runways this fall. Michael Kors matched fur stoles with knit sweater and skirt sets for a classic look. Other designers used dark caramel, deep red or tiger striped teal and black. We’re fur cleaning experts, from vintage mink to today’s…
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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,…
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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…
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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…
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Spring colors.
Spring colors. Fashion colors for 2016 spring and summer are dominated by five key palettes, previewed by Fashion Snoops website. Seaside is a vibrant collection of mid-tones, highlighted by bubblegum pink, orchid and aqua. Heirloom jewel tones include dark burgundy, evergreen, indigo and grape. Desert Bloom mixes earthy neutrals with rust, copper, marigold, persimmon and…