How To Do Dry Cleaning At Home?

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Risks To Consider If You Want To DIY Dry Cleaning
Risks To Consider If You Want To DIY Dry Cleaning

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Doing dry cleaning at home is not that easy as there are many challenges that need to be noted. DIY dry cleaning kits and solvents may seem convenient and budget friendly but they also carry some risks. Without proper equipment and techniques, it is easy to damage or deteriorate the fabric of your clothes. From shrinkage to color fading and stiffness to embellishments damage, there are many risks associated with at home dry cleaning that can be costly enough. Also, many dry cleaning kits contain harsh chemicals that can cause allergy to skin, causing irritation. Before attempting to DIY dry cleaning, it is essential to consider these risks and follow all the required steps carefully. 

Risks To Consider If You Want To DIY Dry Cleaning

In this blog, we will go through some risks that need to be considered while doing dry cleaning at home. Check out now!

1. DIY Dry Cleaning Can Damage Fabrics

DIY Dry Cleaning Can Damage Fabrics
DIY Dry Cleaning Can Damage Fabrics

While doing dry cleaning at home may look easy and convenient but it can actually damage your expensive fabrics. Harsh chemicals, wrong cleaning methods, incorrect temperatures can cause some irreversible damage, such as colour fading, shrinkage, and weakening of fibres. Delicate fabrics like silk, wool, linen, etc  are particularly prone to damage, and even everyday fabrics like cotton and polyester are vulnerable to damage. Without proper technique and equipment, you are likely to make mistakes that can ruin your favorite clothes, making professional dry cleaning a reliable option. 

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2. Clothes May Shrink

Shrinkage of clothes is another risk while doing DIY dry cleaning at home. Shrinkage of fabric can happen for various reasons like inappropriate temperature, implementing wrong techniques, harsh chemicals in detergents, etc. Sometimes over drying or over agitation cause shrinkage of your clothes. Fabrics like wool, silk, and cotton are more prone to shrinkage, especially when they are exposed to high temperatures or harsh detergents. Before starting dry cleaning, always check care label instructions and apply the right products. Still, If you don’t want to lose your favorite cloth or dress, try to seek a professional dry cleaner for expert cleaning. 

3. Clothing Embellishments May Be Damaged

Clothes with embellishments are delicate enough to wash as there is a chance that embellishments like sequins, beads,etc can fall off and could be damaged which can lead to loss of overall appearance, that’s why choosing the right method and technique is necessary. Also, heat, agitation, detergents can cause damage to sensitive embellishments such as stones, beads, etc. To prevent damage, it is essential to check the care label and follow the recommended cleaning instructions, and if you are still in doubt, you must choose a professional dry cleaner. In professional dry cleaning, experts always take the right precautions which help preserve the shine and delicacy of your embellished clothes.

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4. Body Odor Might Remain On Fabric

Body Odor Might Remain On Fabric
Body Odor Might Remain On Fabric

Dry cleaning at home may be cost effective but sometimes is not that much effective in removing body odor from fabrics. Dry cleaning solvents and DIY kits often focus on removing stains and dirt but they may not penetrate deep enough to eliminate odor causing bacteria which leads to body odor that might remain on your fabrics even after cleaning. Fabrics like wool, silk, etc can hold odor easily and for longer. Also, if the dry cleaning kit is not used properly, it can set the odor into your fabric while on the other hand, professional dry cleaners use specialised solvents and equipment that can more effectively remove body odor from fabrics, ensuring your clothes remain fresh and clean.  

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5. Fabric Can Be Stiff

DIY dry cleaning can sometimes leave your clothes stiff and rigid instead of soft and supple. It happens when the dry cleaning solution kit contains harsh chemicals which can strip the fabric of its natural oils and cause stiffness in your clothes. When you try dry cleaning at home of delicate fabrics like silk, wool, and velvet, which require gentle cleaning and care to maintain their softness and texture. So, It is better to seek help from professional dry cleaners as they use specialized equipment and techniques to clean and finish fabrics, ensuring they retain their natural softness and texture. 

6. Ineffective on tough stains

Ineffective on tough stains
Ineffective on tough stains

Sometimes DIY dry cleaning cannot be enough to remove tough stains. Stains are of two  types i,e. oil based and water based. Turmeric stains, blood stains, wine stains, etc are tough to remove in DIY dry cleaning. Dry cleaning kits are more effective on water based and light stains. Dry cleaning kits can be effective on minor stains and odors but it is tough to remove stubborn stains with it. With the accurate method and equipment, expert dry cleaners can remove your old age stains. So, before trying at home dry cleaning always look for the stain and its type and then you should opt eitherDIY dry cleaning or professional dry cleaning.

Conclusion

While DIY dry cleaning may seem convenient and budget friendly, it is also associated with some risks. From color fading to damaging fabrics, at home dry cleaning can have some serious consequences. To ensure the longevity of your clothes, it is best to take professional help who have the proper training, equipment, and expertise to do it perfectly and safely. By choosing professional dry cleaning, you can relax by knowing that your clothes are being cared for utmost care. 

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this article are those of the author. They do not necessarily purport to reflect the values or views of Tumbledry.

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