Mitchel Groff

  Let’s be real, the temperature is dropping way quicker than we were prepared for. It’s time to break out the cozy socks, over-sized hoodies, and weighted blankets to lounge around the house in. Weighted blankets, not only provide added warmth on chillier nights, but they are also popular for their soothing, anxiety reducing effects when it comes to bedtime. Brands like Gravity, Luxome, and Casper all sell these cult-favorite blankets that are proven to induce relaxation and help achieve better sleep. For starters, yes you can wash your weighted blanket in washer machine. However, we recommend using a front-loading washer and if your blanket is over 20 pounds, I recommend you to opt for professional Durango laundry services instead to ensure your blanket will be fully cleaned without any wear or tear. Regardless of what fabric your weighted blanket is made out of, always follow these five rules. Always wash on the gentle cycle. Use cold or warm water. Never bleach your ...

  Have you made the switch to silk bedding recently? Other than adding a feeling of luxury to your sleep routine, silk sheets are loved by many for their various health benefits. Silk reduces allergies, keeps you cool and dry all night long, improves your complexion and hair, and soothes sore skin. It’s no wonder why this ultra-smooth fabric is so popular for hitting the hay. But how do you care for your delicate sheets so that they last for many slumbers to come? We have a handy step-by-step guide for cleaning your silk sheets the easy yet gentle way. When it comes to bedding, rule of thumb is to throw sheets, pillowcases, duvet covers, and frequently used blankets through the washer machine every two weeks to remove bacteria build-up, dead skin cells, and dust mites. The same rule applies to silk sheets. It is recommended to hand-wash silk sheets before your first use. Hand wash the silk sheets as normal and hang to dry, avoiding direct sunlight. Two weeks after first ...

  Do you step out of bed, longing to put your feet down on something lush? Are you tired of cold feet throughout the winter? Carpet can satisfy these needs and provide a pleasant atmosphere for your home. Find one that fits your lifestyle, then give it regular attention. Before you buy, here are three things to consider. 1. Where Should I Put It? While hardwood and vinyl have their place in the flooring world, so too does carpeting. With its plush, soft texture, it presents several benefits to residents. For example, kids play hard and fall hard. When they’re around, you may want a cushion for them to bounce on; therefore, adding this textile to your home could prevent a few more bumps and scrapes. Consider it in playrooms and bedrooms. If you’re worried about stains, avoid liquids in these areas, and keep carpet cleaning products readily available. 2. How Should I Pick It? Selecting the right fit is important. Think about your sensory needs and how you live in your h...

  The weather is finally warming up, which means it’s time to start thinking about swapping out your wardrobe for the new season. Before you pack up your winter clothes and store them in the attic or closet, there’s an essential final step: dry cleaning them. If you want to unpack your winter clothes in perfect condition six months from now, this is a step you don’t want to skip. Here are three reasons, you should have your winter clothes dry cleaned by the professionals providing laundry services in Durango before putting them away. A Nicer Smell Opening up a box of old clothes and being hit with a musty scent is unpleasant and makes you want to rewash the clothes before you ever wear them. Dry cleaners are great at knowing how to stave off that old-clothes smell, so if you want that fresh, clean scent when you unpack, this is a must. No Stains Your clothes may have been washed regularly before you pack them, but if you’re not going to wear them ...

  It is a known that ink stains can wreck havoc on fabrics and carpets, and even result in destruction without recourse. However with technology and much trial and error, there are better ways to rid ink carpet stains. With quick reflexes and a few handy household products that nasty ink stain will be removed from your carpet. Here are some effective ways to remove ink carpet stains: Dampen a clean white cloth with isopropyl alcohol (the higher the percentage of the active ingredient, the better it will work), and then proceed by dabbing the wet cloth on the ink stained carpet. Be careful not to rub or scrub! This could cause the ink spot to spread. Let it stand for a few minutes and then use a liquid friendly vacuum to remove the excess moisture.  You may need to treat the carpet stain with the alcohol again. Also some hairsprays work, nail polish removers, and other things that contain high contents of alcohols (even white wines and vinegars may be used.)...

  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...

  Whether you are a mom, a daughter, a sister, or a stay-at-home dad, apart from your regular workouts, laundry is one of the most important tasks you need done every couple of days or every week. Of course, we all know that laundry demands a lot of our time and energy. While some may require just an hour to finish laundry, it is true that most individuals need at least a couple hours for the same. Laundry services vs time Wearing clean clothes is one of the factors that boosts your confidence level. With your busy everyday schedule, you have no choice but to pay others to do your laundry, whether it is an individual or a laundry services company. Regardless of how good you are in washing your clothes manually, you cannot deny the fact that a good choice of detergent always does the trick, right from making your clothes look, feel and smell clean and neat to saving you precious time. When it comes to choosing your detergent, you are most likely to get overwhelmed with the many ch...

  Did you know that 70% of the stuff that makes your clothes dirty is invisible?  That's right, those sweaty workout clothes and that shirt with a pizza stain is the least of your worries. You need to worry about the dead skin cells, oil, and dried sweat that's lurking in your clothes. If only there was a way to remove that. News flash—there is! It's called laundry.  Before you buy new underwear or mail your laundry to your mom, know that learning how to do laundry is easier than you might think. Read on for the best tips for tackling your first load.  Check the Care Labels On Your Clothes The first thing you need to do is find the care label which will tell you how to wash each particular garment. It might tell you to wash it with similar colors, avoid hot water, skip bleach, or have it dry cleaned instead. If you want your clothes to look good post-wash, make sure to follow the directions. You'll also notice some fabric care symbols at the bottom of...

  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...

  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...

  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...