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Dry Cleaning

CLEANING SOLVENTS (DRYSIDE AND WETSIDE)

June 4, 2019 by dawnavery1

Cleaning solvents are usually the linchpin of ‘green’ claims made by professional cleaners.  It is important for consumers to understand that drycleaning is the process of cleaning in a fluid that is not water.  These fluids are chemicals.  There is no such thing as chemical free cleaning.  Claims to the contrary are greenwashing. However, not all of … [Read more...] about CLEANING SOLVENTS (DRYSIDE AND WETSIDE)

Water Conservation

June 4, 2019 by dawnavery1

As one of our most precious natural resources, any and all water conservation efforts made by a drycleaner can have an enormous impact on our water supplies and ease the burden on our sewer infrastructures. The typical drycleaning machine demands a water flow rate of approximately 5 gallons a minute during the drying, cool down and deodorize/purify cycles. In addition, … [Read more...] about Water Conservation

NATIONAL TEXTILE DAY

May 3, 2019 by dawnavery1

On National Textile Day it seems appropriate to note that 80 years ago, nylon fiber was a new invention on exhibit at the 1939 World’s Fair. In short order, fiber manufacturers and famous designers from DuPont to Dior, invested in research, design, and marketing talent to reach the consumer with the many applications of the new product. Glossy advertising pages promoted … [Read more...] about NATIONAL TEXTILE DAY

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