The Silver Lining Rainbow

Laundry services in NYC  are mo deled after the dry cleaning stores first created in 1855. Since then, the industry of dry cleaning has changed drastically to accommodate modern safety needs. The evolution of dry cleaning has been slow and has affected many factors around the world. 

We all own certain items of clothing that need to be dry-cleaned. Be it a prom dress, a wedding gown, or a formal outfit that’s too delicate for regu lar laundry load. However, we need to make sure we chose the right kind of service for our dry cleaning needs. Most dry cleaners use harsh chemicals that reduce the life of our clothes in the process. Not only that, common dry-cleaning chemicals such as tetrachloroethylene, commonly known as PERC, has been deemed hazardous to the environment  by the United States Environmental Protection Agency. PERC has also been listed as a carcinogen  (cancer causing agent) by the International Agency for Research on Cancer. Organic dry cleaning  is an environment-friendly and safer option for your dry cleaning needs. It does not use any harsh chemicals but rather relies on water, steam, and bio-degradable detergents. Opting for organic dry cleaning has a number of benefits which include: Good for the environment: When wat...

You must have noticed symbols on your clothes tags while you are washing them. Ever wondered what these really mean? These are care labels, which give details like how you should wash your clothes and ensure that they stay in top condition. The last thing you want is to see your favorite tee all shriveled and shrunk. Here’s a look at some of these labels and their meaning: Ironing See an iron label without any dots on your label? This is a sign that you can iron the clothes at any temperature. In case the label has just one dot, it means the clothing is made of delicate material and can be ironed at a specific temperature. Similarly, if there are two dots the clothing is made of synthetic fiber. Three dots are an indication that clothing is made of linen and cotton. In both cases, you can iron the clothes but need to be careful about temperature settings. If the label has an iron symbol which is crossed out, you should avoid ironing the clothes altogether. Hand...