Clothing Care

Lanolin spray is a compound that is often used to clean and condition wool products, such as clothing and diapers. It is also used for the treatment of these items to make them less itchy and more...

Busy lifestyles have made it difficult to leave the house in perfectly pressed and starched clothes everyday. Getting ready to leave the house each morning can be quite hectic and chaotic, so...

If you've ever had a pen fall apart in your pocket or accidentally written on yourself, then you've experienced the fear that you've ruined an article of clothing. Don't worry. Whether you're on...

Wrinkled clothes can look sloppy and careless, so smooth dress shirts are necessary for a put-together, professional look. There are many different ways to take wrinkles out of cotton clothing,...

Spray paint consists of propellants, solvents and pigments. When dry, it mimics a water-based or latex paint. Due to the application method, over-spray is common, so covering clothing to reduce...

Therapy Putty, similar to Silly Putty, is a silicone polymer clay that squishes into shapes, stretches and bounces. It has a tacky hardness to it and a wet and glossy finish. Therapy Putty is...

People have a lot of different reasons to look for fire resistance as a clothing feature. Some people have professions that put them at a high level of risk for getting burned. Other people may be...

Just when you think you've gotten rid of the fungal infection on your feet or toes, it's back. Perhaps that's because you're putting your feet back into the fungus that has infected your shoes....

Spray adhesives are a convenient tool. They allow the user to quickly and efficiently apply adhesive to paper, foam, vinyl, fabric and several other materials. With this convenience comes the...

It is winter, and it is cold and slushy outside. Try as you may, you cannot avoid stepping through the slush and getting rock salt on your shoes. Preventive maintenance is the best way to avoid...

Salt stains typically develop during cold winter months when roads and sidewalks are covered with salt. While this makes for a more safe travel experience, you sometimes can collect salt stains on...

Winter snowfall brings about sledding adventures and snowmen, in addition to slush, ice cold puddles and salt-stained pant legs. People living in cities where walking, regardless of weather, is...

Wrinkles detract from the look of most outfits and may negatively influence our opinions of the people who wear them. Dress in neatly pressed garments and others think better of us. The need for...

Unsightly hanger marks can ruin an outfit quickly. You don't really notice them until you already have a shirt or sweater on and are running late. Here is a simple way to remedy the marks that...

Because Laundromats are open to the public, it's hard to tell just how sanitary their washing machines are. Not all Laundromats are properly maintained, and touching and using unsanitary surfaces...

I have 4 children who can not seem to make it through a day without staining their clothing. Buying laundry stain remover was getting quite expensive until my mom told me about this. It is cheap,...

We all hate when that spontaneous nose bleed or cut finger leaves us with a big red smear all over the front of our brand new shirt. I have an easy way to get blood out of your clothes almost...

Have you ever been horrified to find a ball point ink mark on your favorite shirt or blouse and not known what do about it? Learn how to fix it here!

You wake up one morning and discovered you need an ironed shirt. Ugh. Don't despair. Follow these easy steps and you should have your ironed shirt on and out the door in no time.

I'm a nurse and during my work, I frequently get blood and other stuff on my uniforms and shoes. (I'm sure you can imagine!) Here are a few tips on getting blood and other stains out of almost any...

Waterproofing a jacket is easy! It makes good protection for the flu season. It also prevents stains.

Suede shoes can be elegant yet sporty at the same time. They offer a great feel and a beautiful look. However, unlike regular leather, suede shoes can sometimes be difficult to clean. Often, the...

You don't need a lot of time or money to get rid of the threat of infection from a pair of wet, muddy boots. As a matter of fact you may not need to go outside your front door. You probably have...

How many times have you put on that wonderful white sweater and it seems to be the day your coworker walks by with his pen pointing right at you? BAMMO your nice white sweater has a big blue pen...

Is the inside of your purse dirty or soiled and you're not quite sure how to clean it? Keep reading to learn simple cleaning solutions to make the inside of your purse cleaner.

You might think that articles of clothing with acrylic paint on them are a lost cause and will have to be relegated to the rag bin. However, if you move fast you can ameliorate the damage. Just be...

Cotton hats cause many problems once the weather starts to turn gray. Whether you want to keep your limited edition Yankees hat in tip-top condition, or need a durable winter hat for your Rockies...

You see a lot of men hanging around professional laundries and that's fine. Usually you know they're single or just don't have the time to iron a shirt themselves or maybe they have no idea how...

Everyone gets ink on there clothing now and then. Kids also have a problem with this more than any one, especially when they are in school or doing art. This is for minor to medium stains...

Knowing how to iron clothes like the dry cleaners can save you time and money. Dry cleaning employees know the tips and tricks to clean and iron clothing that the average person doesn't know....

You can easily waterproof jackets or any other apparel in the comfort of your own home by using a silicone spray sealant. Silicone waterproofing will not damage your clothes and can last for...

Some evening or cocktail wear is adorned with glitter to afford its wearer the luxury of sparkling all evening long. That glitter, however, can find its way from the dress or outfit and onto the...

Unforeseen rainfall can, at the least, drench your coat and other garments and, at the worst, ruin your coat if the fabric is not made with colorfast textiles or if the water creates calcium...

Recycle old jerseys by removing the iron-on numbers, or remove T-shirt transfers to iron on new designs. Save money on clothing when you remove T-shirt transfers rather than buying new shirts....

Linen pants can be a comfortable and fashionable option for warm weather wear, and come in both masculine and feminine styles. One drawback to these pants is how easily they become wrinkled and...

French cuffs are double cuffs that are folded back and fastened with cuff links. They are the most formal dress shirt cuff design option, appropriate for evening wear as well as for daily wear in...

Waterproofing your leather boots will maintain the quality and health of your boots. Without the precaution of waterproofing, leather can harden or crack. Not only does this maintain your boot's...

To improve the longevity of leather or suede clothing items, use a waterproofing product to protect the item from the elements. You can also use waterproofing products to protect other types of...

Whether you want to be like Frank on "30 Rock" or just like the retro look, trucker hats are quite the sought-after clothing accessories these days. However, too many people will merely throw on...

Conditioning your suede coat is the difference between keeping the coat as nice as the day you bought it and quickly realizing that not conditioning it can be a heartbreak. The steps you take...

Just when you think all the wedding details are in order, you are handed a limp, wrinkled tuxedo shirt. Left in its original package, mashed in a suitcase, washed by accident in a last-minute...

Like other sheepskin footwear, Ugg boots are not particularly suited for climates that get a lot of precipitation. Wearing Uggs in the snow or rain can permanently stain their soft surface and...

Canvas shoes are a comfortable, casual yet stylish addition to any wardrobe. Like any clothing material, canvas requires regular care to remain in good condition. Although canvas is somewhat...

How To press a Dark Shirt. Patience. Cotton shirts have alot of wrinkles depending on how you handle the material. The thicker the material the longer the iron has to sit on the material to...

Spray water on a shirt collar before ironing it. See how water helps in ironing a shirt collar with expert tips in this free clothing care video.

Your appearance at work has an effect on the way you are viewed by your colleagues and higher ups. You want to look your best and make sure to make the right impression. To get the most...

You may have chosen to use the same gown as a family member or purchased your wedding gown from the second-hand market or you may wish to clean your own wedding gown after the wedding....

An article that will give you step by step instructions on how to iron a man's shirt, written by a man that irons his own shirts.

Jeans can be very expensive and never fit the same way after you buy them. If you put your jeans in the dryer even for a few minutes, they can shrink severely because denim is made from 100...

Stuck zippers are a problem and this issue plagues both old and new clothes. There are some steps you can take to make zippers slide easier along the tracks. You can try one or a combination of...