If you are careful while washing your clothes, you do not have to hop across to the professional dry cleaners every time. The following tips might help you...

• To avoid shrinking of woollen garments, do not machine wash or wring them.

• To avoid colour loss on silk garments, do not rub.

• Ensure that the garment is colourfast by dipping a cotton swab in a solution of detergent and applying it in a hidden area, such as seam, and allow it to dry. Compare this area with the rest of the garment for consistency in colour.

• Your choice of laundry detergent is also important. Check 'Product Information' for a thorough explanation.

• Silk, sheers, and many of the man-made fibres should be hand washed to preserve their freshness and vitality, particularly since many of these blouses spot or become discoloured by the use of antiperspirants and perspiration. First, treat these stains by gently rubbing in a product developed specifically for fine washables and let it set for about 10 minutes. Immerse the blouse in warm water with a rich layer of suds. Squeeze the sudsy water gently through the blouse for about five minutes, rinse and pat the blouse with a clean towel to remove excess moisture. Hang the blouse on a plastic hanger and allow to dry away from direct sunlight.

• Sweaters usually require special care. The fibre content can vary from cotton to wool. The garment may have delicate handmade construction or trim. It's important to follow the specific care tag instructions to keep your sweaters looking their best and to prevent shrinkage, stretching, fading or bleeding.

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