Mitchel Groff

  Coffee carpet stains can leave a carpet looking filthy if not treated properly. This noticable yellowish-brown tone can easily be mistaken as an ignored pet mess. Follow these simple suggestions to remove coffee carpet stains: Dry the spot by blotting with a dry white towel. If there is a substantial amount of spillage, make sure you are not spreading the stain even more by changing cloths as they become saturated with the beverage. Try the mixture of vinegar, water, and a gentle, non-bleach detergent first with the spritzer method, rinse, and repeat. There are several products that are sold in such stores as Wal-Mart, Target, Walgreen’s, and other chains that sell specific cleaners for this type of carpet stain. Always perform a patch test to assure no damage from chemicals will present themselves. Use as directed and beware some chemicals are harmful to the skin so wear gloves as a precaution when using these stain removing products. ...

  Professional dry cleaning is the only way to care for certain articles of clothing, so it’s a service that most of us will use at some point in our lives – but not everybody is aware of how to get the most out of it. For optimal results, be sure to do the following before dropping off your garments: 1) Read The Label It’s important to review the labels on your clothing. This is where you’ll find any special care requirements that the manufacturer may have suggested. You’ll probably want to confirm that the garments are indeed “dry clean only”, because some items may be cheaper to wash yourself. When in doubt, though, feel free to bring them in – dry cleaning is always safer than machine washing! 2) Note Any Stains If you are aware of any stains on the garment, do bring them to the notice of the professionals providing  laundry services in Durango.  Many stains and blemishes will require specialized attention to fully remove, so it’s important to be sure that the staff i...

  Ironing stains are easily done and yet increasingly difficult to get rid of. Some ironing stains are unsalvagable and can only be aesthetically lighter rather than removed. These six methods will either help to lighten, or completely remove, ironing stains.  Method 1- Bleach the stain  Method 2- Soak in hydrogen peroxide Method 3- Squeeze lemon juice over the stain  Method 4- Soak in ice water  Method 5- Rub with white vinegar  Method 6- Use an emery pad Method 1- Bleach the stain  Before starting this method make sure that you check the stained items care label. Some clothing will come with a warning to not use bleach, in which case this method should not be used.  Once you have checked the care label, soak your item in diluted bleach. After 15 minutes, remove the item and wash it as you usually would. To get the most effective result, dry in direct sunlight. The sun’s natural lightening abilities will help lighten the stain so at th...

  Trendy tech startups aside, in most professions, business suits are still the expected wardrobe for any up-and-coming business person. Trouble is, they’re pricey. A cheap suit costs several hundred, a moderately priced suit runs $800 or more, and the price of a custom suit is in the thousands. If you’re just starting out, keeping up appearances can get very expensive, and you can’t just toss them in the washing machine. The good news is that, with proper care, you don’t have to dry clean your suits after every wearing.  When to Dry Clean a Suit If you only wear a suit now and then, store it in a breathable suit bag – not nylon and not plastic dry cleaning bags. Give it some room, don’t pack suits tightly in a dark closet. If you have room, hang clothes a few inches apart to avoid crushing and allow air circulation. How often you should dry clean a suit depends heavily on your workday, environment, and how many suits you own. People wearing suits can have...

  Before your big day arrives, you try your dress on several times because (duh!) how else will you see how wonderful you look in it? But then, a terrible thing happens. You accidentally get makeup on your beautiful wedding dress. Oops! When you see it, your stomach drops down to your feet and you break out in a cold sweat. There’s no way you can pull off picture-perfect wedding photos with a stain smack dab on the front of your dress. But wait! Don’t panic. There is a way to get makeup stains out of your dress and I’ll bet you have all the products and supplies you need in your house already. So before that stubborn stain has time to set into the fabric, you’d better get to work! Here’s exactly how to get a makeup stain out of your dress before the big day. Here Are Step-By-Step Instructions on Removing Makeup Stains From Your Wedding Dress First things first – DO NOT rub at the stain, which can cause it to spread or set deeper into the fabric. What you need...

  Accidents happen when you’re dyeing your gorgeous locks, and hair dye is one of the toughest stains to remove from fabric. The best method is not to make stains in the first place. Protect your clothes while applying hair color with a cape made from an old towel held on with a safety pin or binder clip. If you do stain your clothing, here are a few methods you can try. Check the label See if it is dry clean only fabric How to get brown, black, or blue hair dye out of washable clothes How to get red dye out of washable clothes Check the Label First The care label sewn into your garments may have specific instructions about what chemicals you should not use. For example, chlorine bleach should not be used on many washable fabrics, and washable wool requires special care. Unless specified on the care label, these cleaning solutions are safe for most washable fabrics. When in doubt, head to your neighborhood dry cleaner. Dry-Clean Only Fabrics If the label says dry...

  If you’re getting married, firstly, congratulations, I sincerely hope that you have a long and happy marriage. Secondly, have you thought about how you’re going to keep your wedding dress clean on your big day? If not, here are some tips for you.  Air your dress Use stain protector on the hem of your dress Put your dress on at the last minute Step into your dress Take a water spray bottle with you Keep white chalk on hand Recruit your bridal party to help  Have an emergency kit on hand Never rub a stain  Have a post-wedding plan Air your dress On the morning of your wedding day, hang your dress somewhere out of the way from yourself and your bridal party. It is essential that you air out your wedding dress so that you can let any wrinkles fall. That being said, you don’t want it to be hung somewhere that risks it being stained. If possible, leave it in an empty bedroom, so it won’t be disturbed until the moment you put it on.  Use stai...

  Wax can be incredibly difficult to remove from clothing if not dealt with appropriately. Before you try any of these methods, scrape as much wax as possible from your garment using a dull knife or spoon. Iron  Hairdryer  Boiling water  Freeze Iron  One of the most effective ways to remove a wax stain is to heat it with an iron. Place a paper towel over the stain and on the underside. For extra protection, you can place a thin cloth in between your iron and the paper towel. Use a low heat setting on your iron, and press it onto the stain. This will melt your wax and allow it to drip onto your paper towel. If your stain is on a fleece or wool garment, it is best to use blotting paper rather than paper towels as the paper may stick to your item.  Hairdryer  If you are wary about using an iron to remove your wax, you can use a hairdryer. In the same way as you would use the iron, place a paper towel over and unde...

  Will Dry Cleaning Shrink My Clothes? When you want to care for the best garments in your closest, you will likely turn to a company that provides the best laundry services in Durango. Dry cleaning is considered to be one of the safest and most reliable ways to care for fancy and delicate garments. However, there is one question that many people need answered before they turn over their nicest clothes – will dry cleaning shrink my clothes? There are plenty of rumors and horror stories floating around about clothes that have returned from the dry cleaner at a fraction of their original size, so what is the truth? Shrinkage is Very Rare There is very little chance that dry cleaning will shrink your clothes. Shrinkage is caused by water, and as you would guess from the name, dry cleaning does not use water to clean your clothes. Without water present in the process, your clothes are going to come out the same size time after time. As long as you take your garments to a...

  Some people swear you should only hand wash your favorite pair of jeans. Others say you shouldn't wash them at all. But most of us just toss this wardrobe staple in the washing machine along with the rest of our laundry without thinking twice. So what's the best thing to do?  I recommend you wash denim after every three to four wears or so to keep your basic dark blue and black jeans clean, fitting well, and looking new for as long as possible. If you are not confident enough while washing jeans then reach out to the professional green earth cleaners in Durango . The Best Way to Wash Jeans New or old, you should always turn jeans inside out before placing them in the washing machine. This helps minimize the abrasion that causes fading as well as the wear that can happen along the hems, pockets, and fly and waistband edges. It’s also important to zip zippers and fasten buttons and snaps — this helps keep the jeans in shape and prevents snagging other items in the loa...

  Holidays and parties are a natural combination, but as the number of parties you attend (or host) increases, so do your odds of spilling something and creating a mess. It’s almost a given that during the holiday season, someone will be scrubbing wine out of a carpet, scraping wax off a table runner or trying to get chocolate off a dress. If that happens to be you, consult this guide to removing some of the holidays’ most common stains. If you are still unable to remove these stains reach out to the experts providing laundry services in Durango.  Red Wine Uncle Pat and his red wine did a number on the living room carpet this year, didn’t he? Blot the wine with a clean cloth then add a little water to dilute it. Use baking soda to absorb the wine by making a paste with three parts baking soda, one part water. Allow it to dry then vacuum the carpet. Bonus tip: Consider asking Uncle Pat to eat in the kitchen next year. Gravy Sometimes the gravy boat ends up floati...

  Dry cleaning is usually taken for granted, the ease and ability to drop off your clothes and pick them back up clean, is a gift especially for those with limited time. Is it worth it though? A lot of consumers want to know…Can clothes last longer with dry cleaning? To understand that question lets first dive into what dry cleaning entails. Dry cleaning is a process that was originated in 1821 by Thomas L. Jennings as a way to clean clothes and other textiles without using water. Instead of using water a different liquid solution was created to dissolve dirt and oils that cling to clothes without damaging the underlying materials. When we receive your clothes either in the store or with our pick-up and delivery service, we start by placing them in a chamber with the right amount of cleaning solution. As the machine rotates the particles begin to lift, cleaning the clothes. With more hardy stains the clothes receive more individual attention. If you are looking for a...

  Each year with all the hustle and bustle of holiday parties, there are always a few bumps and spills. From red wine on the carpet to chocolate candies on the kids’ dress clothes, stains are inevitable. This year, don’t sweat the small stuff—let us show you the easiest ways to get rid of those tough stains so you can get back to enjoying the friends, family, and food. Red Wine Red wine is a holiday favorite among many, but unfortunately, it’s not very forgiving on a white blouse or tablecloth. The best way to get rid of red wine stains is to work quickly—once the spill happens, try to soak up as much of the wine as possible with a clean cloth. Then rinse the area from the back of the stain to push it back through the fabric. Drape the fabric over an empty bowl or lay it flat in a sink, and dissolve a 4-in-1 Stain Fighting Booster Pac (chlorine-free and color-safe!) directly on top of the stain. Let it sit for about 5 minutes and then rinse thoroughly with cool wate...

  Busy kids mean inevitable messes. To help you remove the grass stains, chocolate, gum, crayon, and Play-Doh that end up on your kids’ clothing again and again, here I share the best stain-fighting methods. One trick you can try on most stains: Act fast and use just water.  “If the grass or chocolate stain is still fresh, hot water alone may remove it,” says Rico de Paz, a CR chemist who tests laundry detergents and stain removers. "Just place the stained area of the fabric under the faucet and flush thoroughly." Many stains dissolve better when rinsed with hot water, but for blood or other protein-based stains, such as eggs, flush with cold water because hot water will set them. If you encounter a problem in removing the stains from kids clothes even after several attempts then seek help from the professionals of the companies offering green earth cleaning in Durango.  Read on for more advice on how to get tough laundry stains...