Care Labels Demystified

Lately, you may have noticed a series of hieroglyphics popping up on your laundry’s care labels. Where once, sage words like, “Machine wash warm, tumble dry low,” informed your laundering decisions, now you’re greeted with a cryptic symbol.

• Here’s what it all means:

  

  Dry Clean or Dry Clean Only?

  • If the label on your blouse reads "Dry Clean Only," there you go. But if it says "Dry Clean" it may be hand or machine washable in cold water.
  • If you like saving money on dry cleaning, you'll love knowing that using Clorox® bleach products prolong the useful life of bleachable clothing by helping maintain their appearance. Because they work in cold water, you save on energy costs, too.