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Laundry care symbols: read the whole label, not just the temperature
Washing, bleaching, drying and ironing symbols answer different questions. Check the complete sequence before choosing a laundry routine.
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Clothes care and repair guides
Get more wear from what you own through care, repair and alterations. Check garment labels and the linked specialist guidance before choosing a treatment.
Before you choose
- What does the care label say?
- Is repair or alteration practical?
- Does the fabric need specialist attention?
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Linen shirt care: washing is only half the plan
Check the care label, separate colours and plan how the shirt will dry before putting a linen garment into the machine.
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Replacing a shirt button: a small repair worth preparing for
Find the spare, check the button type and mark the position before choosing a hand-sewn or machine-sewn repair.
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Suede shoe care: choose tools for the finish, not the colour
A suede brush and a smooth-leather polish do different jobs. Identify the material and the maker’s method before cleaning.
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Washing dark jeans: plan for colour as well as cleanliness
Sorting, turning jeans inside out and choosing a drying method are useful decisions to make before starting a denim wash.
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Washing a wool jumper: let the label choose the method
Machine-washable wool and hand-wash knitwear need different decisions. Check the garment before choosing a programme or detergent.
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Waterproof jacket care: identify the shell before washing
Technical shells, special membrane constructions and waxed cotton do not share one universal cleaning routine. Start with the label.
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Clothes care that matters: the habits worth keeping
Simple washing, drying, storing and repair habits that can help favourite clothes stay useful for longer.