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How to Dry Clean Clothes at Home Safely

Three tumble dryers are used in a tutorial on how to dry clean clothes at home, featuring Sta-Soft's fabric care tips.

 

 

What is Dry Cleaning?

Professional dry cleaning uses chemical solvents—not water or detergent—to clean delicate items. At home, “dry cleaning” means a gentle hand wash that mimics the care of a professional process, but uses water and mild soap instead. For more laundry tips, read an article on How to do laundry.

What You Need for At-Home Dry Cleaning:

How to Dry Clean at Home: Step-by-Step

 

Silk

  • Turn garment inside out.

  • Hand-wash gently in cool water + delicate detergent.

  • Add a small amount of Sta-soft® to the rinse for softness and scent.

  • Lay flat to dry (avoid sunlight).

  • Sta-soft® Baby for sensitive skin-friendly freshness.

Velvet

  • Use cold water + mild detergent.

  • Add Sta-soft® during rinse to keep plush texture and fragrance.

  • Lay flat to air dry.

  • Sta-soft® Indulgence for luxury softness.

Faux Leather (Vinipiel)

Pro Tips:

Always patch-test detergent/fabric softener on a hidden spot.

Avoid soaking fabrics for long.

Never wring out delicate items.

Follow care labels for drying/ironing.

Use Sta-soft® to reduce friction, maintain softness, and prolong garment life.

Read more on how Sta-soft® enhances your laundry experience

Consumer tip: Always follow product and garment label instructions.

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