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What does the clothing care label say?

Clothing manufacturers are required to attach a "permanent care label" to most clothing indicating the care recommended. Labels may be in the back of the neckline, waistline, or a back or side seam. Check the care label to see if the fabric is washable or dry-cleanable. Some items that are washable cannot be dry-cleaned. The care label may also carry other warnings such as "Do not use chlorine bleach." Be sure to follow these recommendations.
Reference: Quick'n Easy Stain Removal, Pm 858, Iowa State University Extension

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Related Information:
Quick 'n Easy Stain Removal [http://www.extension.iastate.edu/Publications/PM858.pdf]
A good guide to stain removal from fabrics
 
Consumer Choices: Using Textile Labels [http://www.extension.iastate.edu/Publications/PM733.pdf]
This publication explains symbols and other label information found on clothing and household textiles.
 
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