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Fabric Stain Removal Services – It\u2019s been said: \u201cIt ain\u2019t what a man don\u2019t know that gets him into trouble, it\u2019s what he knows that just ain\u2019t so!\u201d<\/p>\n

So, it seems to be with some of the myths that continue to be perpetuated in our industry.<\/p>\n

Each of the following myths have basis in fact \u2014 as do many cultural myths \u2014 but also have flaws in them that can cost you time.<\/p>\n

Dry cleaning is always the safest way to go<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Problems related to upholstery cleaning \u2014 such as texture distortion, cellulose browning, colour bleeding and colour fading \u2014 are often associated with cleaning with water-based solutions.\u00a0 It seems that dry cleaning with solvents is the logical method to use when there is any doubt as to the possibility of damaging a fabric.<\/p>\n

While this is sometimes. true, it\u2019s not often true.<\/p>\n

Dry cleaning solvents are the least likely to damage delicate textures like a chenille fabric made from rayon.\u00a0 But there is no guarantee that dry cleaning solvents will not cause colour bleeding.<\/p>\n

There are several ways to stabilize dyes, some of which use dye setting agents that allow for cleaning with water-based solutions.<\/p>\n

While these methods are not 100 percent safe at all times, neither are dry cleaning solvents.<\/p>\n

All cleaning and spotting products should be tested on the fabric that is being cleaned to assure that it is colorfast to those materials.<\/p>\n

Always clean with the hottest water possible<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Synthetic fibers, release oily soils readily when cleaned with hot cleaning solutions.<\/p>\n

The use of hot water speeds cleaning and lessens the need for highly buffered alkaline cleaning detergents that might otherwise cause bleeding or fading of colours.<\/p>\n

However, there are two distinct situations where \u201chot is not so hot:\u201d<\/p>\n

Non-colourfast fabrics:<\/h4>\n

There are times that hot water may contribute to colour bleeding when warm water may not.<\/p>\n

Synthetic fiber velvet:<\/h4>\n

Under certain circumstances, such as heat spikes in equipment with poorly regulated heat systems, permanent distortion can occur when a burst of heat contacts some synthetic fiber velvet fabrics. Very warm, consistent temperature is safer on such fabrics than extremely hot water that might not be easily controlled.<\/p>\n

The tags are accurate cleaning guidelines<\/strong><\/h3>\n

There are two tags commonly found on furniture: Fiber content tags and cleaning code tags.<\/p>\n

Both can be misleading.<\/p>\n

Fiber content tags most always describe the material used for \u201cfill\u201d or \u201cstuffing\u201d in the furniture. There are cases when you might discover tags that do list the fiber content of the fabric that you are cleaning, but this is very rare.<\/p>\n

Cleaning code tags are actually colourfastness code tags used by furniture manufacturers. This is to assist the consumer to determine which products they might use to maintain their fabric. These codes do not eliminate the need for you to do your own inspection and testing of the fabric.<\/p>\n

While many cleaners find that the \u201cS\u201d code, which means \u201cdry clean only,\u201d is rarely accurate.<\/p>\n

Never for a moment should you believe that blindly following these codes will prevent damaging materials in any way. These codes are merely guidelines, not guarantees.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Debunk the myths<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Debunking these commonly held myths meant to protect you.\u00a0 It will help to speak to professionals. Some things that \u201cjust ain\u2019t so\u201d \u2014 or, at least \u2014 not so all of the time.\u00a0 Call us on\u00a00800 800 382<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Fabric Stain Removal Services – It\u2019s been said: \u201cIt ain\u2019t what a man don\u2019t know that gets him into trouble, it\u2019s what he knows that just ain\u2019t so!\u201d So, it seems to be with some of the myths that continue to be perpetuated in our industry. 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