What is Dry Cleaning?
Drycleaning is the use of organic solvents to remove soil and stains from fabric. It is called drycleaning because the process contains little or no water. When washed in water, natural fibres such as wool and silk can shrink, distort and even lose colour. Synthetic fibres such as polyester also respond well to drycleaning. Drycleaning solvents actually dissolve and remove grease and oil stains. Water by itself cannot do this.
Other stains require specialised treatment to remove them, known as spotting.
Whilst many can be removed quickly with steam, others require a high level of skill and expertise from the cleaner.
Drycleaning does not cause creasing or distortion, neither does it remove unwanted creases or restore the loss of shape caused by wear. Our skilled drycleaners, by steam pressing, will be able to re-shape the garment, replace the required creases and eliminate unwanted wrinkles.
Is Dry Cleaning good for clothes?
Yes. It removes grit, dust and grease that can damage the fabric if left in too long. Drycleaning not only prolongs the life of a garment, but keeps it looking smart for as long as possible.
Should I tell the cleaner what has caused the stain?
Yes. The quicker the garments are taken to the cleaner the better. Some stains affect fabrics permanently if they are left unattended too long.
Should I have all the matching pieces cleaned together?
Yes. If all pieces are cleaned together, any colour loss is likely to be uniform and variations will be minimal. However beware! There are exceptions.
Some two-pieces are made as separates and different cleaning instructions may be found on each piece. If this is the case advise us at the counter.
Does Dry Cleaning shrink clothes?
No. Not if the drycleaning process has been carried out correctly in accordance with the care label.
Is your Dry Cleaning done on the premises?
Yes, all the drycleaning is done on the premises.
Do you do Express Cleaning?
Yes, we can provide a same day cleaning service. Please ask at the counter when you bring in your garment to check if this is possible.
Do you provide an Alteration and Repairs service on the premises?
Yes, all alterations are completed on the premises. A booked appointment can also be arranged if required.
Are you a specialist in cleaning wedding dresses?
Yes, we are specialists and can also provide wedding boxes for storage with acid free tissue paper to protect your beautiful wedding dress.
Can Duvets be washed and dried on the same day?
Yes, in most cases this can be done on the same day.
Do you clean curtains on the premises?
Yes, all curtains are cleaned, pressed and ready to hang.
Do you provide a key cutting service?
Yes, this is done on the premises.