Clothing Care

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The Clothing Doctor - - Steve Boorstein, a.k.a. radio's Clothing Doctor, offers tips on how to care for and clean fine clothing.

Heritage Garment Preservation: Get the Facts on Wedding Gown Cleaning and Preservation - - Free information on preservation and gown care advice.

How Stuff Works: Dry Cleaning - - Enlightening description of the dry cleaning process.

Leather Apparel Association - - Information on care and finding professional leather cleaners, as well as new leather fashions.

Moth Protection for Woolen Apparel - - Discusses methods for protecting woolen clothing from moth damage. Includes storage information.

Ohio State University: Care Label Symbols - - Detailed article with charts explains how to read and interpret care symbols on clothing tags.

Ohio State University: Clothes Moths - - Offers information about fabric-eating moths and larvæ, and possible preventive measures.

Ohio State University: Microfibers: Functional Beauty - - Information about microfibres and care of microfibre clothing.

Ohio State University: Silk: Special Fabric Needs Special Care - - Tips and advice for care and handling of silk goods.

Ohio State University: Storing Wedding Gowns and Textile Heirlooms - - Explains proper storing and preservation techniques.