When it comes to keeping your favorite garments looking pristine, a little preparation goes a long way. Knowing how to properly pre-treat and prepare your clothes before bringing them to us is the secret to maximizing the effectiveness of our total laundry and dry cleaning services. We want to ensure that every item you entrust to the care of Pasadena Dry Cleaning and Laundry Services returns looking its absolute best. Let's walk through the essential steps we recommend before you drop off your next bag of clothes.
How to Remove Tough Stains Before Dropping Off at the Cleaner
Act Fast and Gently with Fresh Spills
Speed is your best ally when a stain first happens. We advise gently blotting—never rubbing—a fresh spill with a clean, white cloth or paper towel to remove excess material. This action is crucial because rubbing can push the stain deeper into the fibers, making it much harder for our dry cleaners to lift later. It also prevents the stain from setting before we can apply professional solutions.
Identify the Stain’s Origin
Before doing any spot-cleaning, we urge you to identify the stain type. Knowing if it is oil-based (like grease or makeup) or water-based (like coffee or wine) helps us select the most effective cleaning process. If you treat an oil-based stain with water, it can actually set the stain permanently. Providing us with this crucial information ensures we tailor our laundry and dry cleaning services precisely for the best outcome.
Tag Problem Areas for Our Attention
We highly recommend using a piece of masking tape or safety pin to visibly mark the location of a stain or any area of concern. This simple step is incredibly helpful for our team. It guarantees that we do not miss a small spot, especially on busy days. This clear communication allows us to focus our pre-spotting and specialized treatments exactly where they are needed most.
Understand What Professionals Can and Cannot Remove
While our dry cleaners use state-of-the-art techniques, we want to set realistic expectations. Unfortunately, once a dye has been completely removed from a fabric or a stain has been permanently set (often by home ironing or improper spot cleaning), even we cannot reverse the damage. However, for almost all other fresh or untreated stains, our comprehensive expertise is typically successful.
We know how much your clothes mean to you, and following these simple pre-treatment steps will dramatically increase the success of our services. Our goal at Pasadena Dry Cleaning and Laundry Services is to provide unmatched total laundry and dry cleaning services you can rely on. By partnering with us on these initial steps, you help us ensure your clothes always return in impeccable condition. Have questions about a particularly tough stain? Please feel free to call us or stop by to discuss your concerns.