Operations
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Re-deposited Soils Turn White to Gray
Read MoreRedeposition occurs in drycleaning when soils in the solvent resettle or redeposit on clothing instead of being carried off to the filters. Soil redeposition will be minimized if the filtered…
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Perspiration Stains
Read MorePerspiration stains usually appear as yellow stains in the underarms and on the back, and may have a noticeable odor. Perspiration is composed of mainly water, but it also contains…
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Deterioration of Coatings on Outerwear
Read MoreManufacturers will often add coatings to the reverse side or surface of fabrics to make them more water repellent, wind resistant, and insulated. These coatings, as well as adhesives that…
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Button Dye Stains
Read MoreManufacturers often add trim materials to garments to enhance their appearance. Such items may include buttons, beads, appliques, or leather patches. Decorative buttons are one of the more popular trims.
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Wool Coats
Read MoreAfter cleaning a wool coat, some consumers may complain that there is a change in appearance or that the fabric is not as soft as it was before cleaning. Many…
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Dark Stains on Down Comforters
Read MoreDark stains on down comforters is most often attributed to excess oil coming from the down. Drycleaning may cause the oils found in down to migrate and stain the shell…
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How to Fix a Stretched Knitted Wool Sweater
Read MoreWhat do you do if a customer brings in a knitted wool sweater that had stretched in the waistband and is now out of shape? In most cases, this damage can…
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EPA to Propose Minor Amendment to the Perc NESHAP
Read MoreThe EPA is required to review its regulations periodically and the National Perchloroethylene Air Emission Standards for Dry Cleaning Facilities (PCE Dry Cleaning NESHAP) was up for review. Following a…
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Support the Bill To Reinstate Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC)
Read MoreDLI has been working with a coalition of small business trade associations to retain the ERTC through the fourth quarter of this year. The recently enacted Infrastructure Investment and Jobs…
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Holiday Stains
Read MoreAs the holiday season comes to an end, you may find customers coming to you for advice on how to remove various stains from their clothes, including eggnog and gravy.