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How to select the correct wash cycle for your clothes

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Different clothes require different cleaning methods. Simply throwing your delicates into the washing machine with heavy wool fabrics can spell disaster for both clothes. This isn’t made any easier by the vast array of options on your washing machine. Thankfully, your favourite  dry-cleaning service  is here to help. Here are a few ways to understand the wash cycles on your machine and which option is correct for you. The factors to consider when choosing your wash cycle is the load size, water temperature and cycle setting. Load size An accurate way to understand what cycle you should be using is by estimating your load size. The measurements are as follows: Small load: Approximately one-quarter full. Medium load: Approximately half full. Large load: Approximately three-quarters full Extra-large load: At full capacity. How full your washing machine appears determines the setting you should choose. Unless you use an  online laundry service ...

Ways to take care of different types of shoes during the monsoon

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Different types of shoes require different care routines. Regular polishing is necessary to keep your leather shoes healthy, but all a pair of suede shoes need is some light brushing from time to time. While we have already looked at ways to  maintain your shoes during the monsoon , this guide dives further into individual types of shoes and the right method to care for them. A shoe cleaning service will always do the job for you, but here are some tips to make you the first line of defence against any monsoon damage to your shoes. Leather monsoon care  Unless it can be helped you should avoid taking your leather shoes out during the monsoon. If they do get wet in the rain it is important to take them off and allow them to dry naturally. Avoid using a hairdryer or any other artificial methods as this may lead to the material drying too much and cause cracks in the shoes. Excess water can also be dealt with by wiping the shoes down with tissue pa...

How to extend the shelf life of your shoes

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Shoes are the piece of clothing that ties your outfit together. Both genders wear them and care about how their shoes look. Follow these simple tips to keep your shoes in top shape and extend their shelf life. Protect your sole The sole is the most essential part of any shoe. If you don’t spend time on taking care of the soles of your shoes you may find that the sole has grinded down in as little as 4 – 6 months. To protect the soles of your shoes you can opt for sole guards or visit a cobbler and have protective rubber soles fixed to them. In the same way, you can add heel protectors to protect any elevated heels.  Shoe laundry services  like Spin N Press do provide minor repairs along with cleaning your shoes, however, prevention is always better than cure. Swap shoes This simple tip is an easy way to keep your shoes fresh and healthy at all times. Rotate your shoes regularly, never wearing the same pair twice in a row. This gives your sho...

Wedding dress preservation tips all brides should know

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  Your wedding dress might be the most precious outfit you wear in your entire life. Just like your wedding memories, the gown should also be preserved and cherished forever. To care for such a precious garment you will not settle for anything but the best dry-cleaning service available. Here are simple tips to care for your wedding gown before and after your wedding and preserve it for years to come. Budget for it Always have a plan for any potential wedding dress mishaps. Have a budget for alterations, spot-fixing or even a prompt  wedding dress cleaning service  that you might require. The worst-case scenario is to have a mishap on the day of the wedding and having to search for a dry cleaner that is still open. Instead, have a professional take a look at the dress early and have a plan for mishaps. This will ensure that your wedding dress looks just as beautiful on your wedding day as it did on the day you chose it. Time is of the essenc...