How to Hand Wash Wool Slacks Without Ironing

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Tip 1 - Can I hand wash 'dry clean only' wool pants?

Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago | Submitted by Andre Hellmann | permalink

I've got several pairs of lightweight wool dress pants from Ann Taylor. They are marked dry clean only. Suppose I hand-wash these pants in cold water and lay them flat on a towel to air-dry. Will...

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Tip 2 - How to Clean Wool and Cashmere Slacks

Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago | Submitted by Sven - Erik Kristiansen | permalink

When your favorite pair of wool or cashmere slacks get dirty from everyday wear, you don’t have to take them to the dry cleaner. Even if your pants are a blend of the two luxurious ...

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Tip 3 - The Secret to Washing Your "Dry Clean" Clothes—Without Going to the Dry Cleaner

Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago | Submitted by Neikius | permalink

Unless your work clothes require dry cleaning, you probably only go to the cleaner a few times a year. Those few items in your closet that have to be dry cleaned cause you an extra, sometimes expensive trip—and then you have to remember to pick them up. But some items that say "dry clean" on the label can actually be washed at home if you're careful with them. Certain garments can't be put through a cycle in the washing machine, but they're not so delicate that you can't still wash them yourself. Step 1: Check the Label The first step is decoding the label. If it says "Dry Clean Only" you

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Tip 4 - How to Wash Wool Dress Pants

Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago | Submitted by Leslie Ezell | permalink

Wool is a durable natural fabric that has been in use since primitive times. It offers warmth in the cold, but also keeps you cool when it’s hot. Despite its durability, you must ...

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Tip 5 - Cleaning "Dry Clean Only" Clothing at Home

Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago | Submitted by Hallie amp Al White | permalink

This is a guide about cleaning dry clean only clothing at home. Many of our nice clothes are dry clean only. Taking your suits, dresses, etc. to the dry cleaner can be very expensive. Are you looking for a way to clean them at home?

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Tip 6 - Washing Dress shirts/pants?

Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago | Submitted by Michael Havas | permalink

Now that I have my new front-load Miele machine I figured that I don't have to do dry cleaning nearly as much for my work clothes. I have several new dress shirts and pants that have never been to the cleaners, is it possible to wash these at home? The pants are wool with 3-5% lycra or spandex (some...
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Tip 7 - Should you wash wool clothing? Check out these tips.

Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago | Submitted by Sanjay Radia | permalink

How to wash wool. Hints and tips to keep your wool clothing happy. Be sure to read this info if you want your wool clothing to last.
Tags: wash wool,wool clothing,wool,knitted,woven,wool fabric

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