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My interview's tomorrow . . . and the dry cleaner is closed!

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    Sound familiar? This is the perfect time to use an in-dryer kit for special care or "dry clean only" fabrics. This is one of those "I wish I'd thought of that!" ideas: you use the product — in your own clothes dryer — to freshen a wide variety of "dry clean only" garments. It's the ideal solution when you don't have time to get to the dry cleaner! Or, to simply extend the time between dry cleaner visits.

Here's the news. These in-dryer kits help get rid of wrinkles . . . help clean away odors like stale tobacco smoke and perspiration . . . and go a step further by helping to remove many light stains. The products are convenient, economical, and easy to use. You'll have clothes that are clean and fresh in about 30 minutes, which means you can look your best at a moment's notice!

Attention Sparkle Fans!
These kits work well on special care garments that have beads, sequins, and other trims.

Do It Right: Here's How:

  • Always read and follow the product label instructions before using. Check to be sure that the product is suitable for use on your fabric.

   Got Stains?
  • Use the stain removal system or cloth and follow the kit directions to pretreat any visible soils or stains before putting clothes in the dryer.
  • Check for colorfastness before using the stain removal system or cloth.
  • If you have large spills, heavy/ground-in collar and cuff soil, or set-in or other tough stains, you may need to use a commercial dry cleaner.

  • Button or zip the garments.
  • Prepare for the dryer
    • For kits with a dryer bag: Place the clothes and one dryer-activated cloth in the bag, but don't overstuff it. Seal the bag and toss it in the dryer.
    • For kits without a dryer bag: Place the clothes and the dryer-activated cloth in the dryer according to package instructions.
  • Set the recommended heat and time setting (follow the package instructions).
  • When the cycle is done, remove garments from the dryer (they may feel slightly damp); shake them out to remove any remaining moisture and wrinkles; and hang to dry.
  • If needed, touch up garments with an iron.
    • For silk and rayon — use a low temperature setting and iron inside-out.
    • For wool, mohair, cashmere, camel, and Alpaca — use medium heat with steam.

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