- Uniforms that consist of polyester blends should be washed in cold water. - Check the ingredients of your laundry detergent before washing. You should avoid detergents that have a chlorine base. The chlorine will eventually create a gray tint in the fabric of the garment.
- You should not use bleach on your professional garments. The bleach will counter act with the stain finishes that have been applied to your uniforms.
- If your uniform has colored trim, braid or embroidery, to prolong the professional appearance of the garment, wash for the first time with a sprinkle of salt to help set the color or soak in vinegar before the first wash. We recommend 1/2 cup of vinegar if the machine is 1/2 full, 1 cup if it is a full washer. Let the garments soak for approximately 30 minutes, drain the water, and wash again as instructed above.
- Stains on your uniforms should be treated immediately with products such as Shout, Zout, or Oxyclean. Check the garment after washing to make sure the stain was removed. Placing the garment with the stain in the dryer will set in the stain.
- Drying Garments. A very short period of time in heat will extend the life of the garment. Shake the uniform and hang to dry for the best appearance of the fabric. The heat in the dryer will break down the weave of the fabric.