A trip to the dry cleaner can be time-consuming and costly. There's dropping off the clothes, paying their cleaning fee, and returning days later to pick up them up. This isn't a big deal if you’re ...

Here's an inside look on how the mysterious cleaning method unfolds. For stubborn stains and delicate fabrics, dry cleaning can be a lifesaver. But how does dry cleaning work exactly? Dry cleaning is ...

In response to a reader who has noticed more and more dry-clean-only labels on clothing, our critic explains why they are increasing and how to properly wash clothes. By Vanessa Friedman I love ...

Is your garment really "dry clean only" and other common myths debunked. March 6, 2014— -- intro: While a trip to the dry cleaners is a common experience for many, there are secrets we probably ...

Another hack for making clothes dry faster outside depends largely on the weather. Take advantage of the scorching, sunny ...

While some might be scared to try it, wool coats can often be washed at home if done properly. The three essential elements are a gentle wool wash or detergent, low water temperatures, and gentle ...

Machine washing garments labeled "dry clean only" carries significant risks, including shrinkage, dye bleeding, and color transfer, especially for lined items and delicate fabrics. Some "dry clean ...

We’ve been taken to the cleaners. Consumers are beginning to understand that clothes with “dry clean only” labels don’t always require professional servicing — and that there are easy home remedies to ...

New York City stylist Liz Teich says that most items commonly dry cleaned don't need to be. Getty Images/iStockphoto If you’ve gotten into the habit of lugging your wool knits, cashmere cardigans and ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Hand-washing is for more than just delicate fabrics — it's a gentle alternative to machine-washing and a ...

Winter has now arrived in the UK and with it comes the unpredictable weather that is often cold, wet, forsty and generally pretty miserable, which makes getting your washing dry a royal pain. The damp ...

A collaboration between Associate Professor TSUDA Akihiko’s research group at Kobe University’s Graduate School of Science and AGC Incorporated has succeeded in synthesizing various useful compounds ...