Mitchel Groff

  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...

  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...

  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...