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Why you should never wash your jeans

Laundry is inevitable, but thankfully there are people like Levi’s CEO and President Chip Bergh who want to make our lives a little easier. According to him, you should never wash a pair of jeans. Ever. While this may prompt noises of disgust from those are less-then-enamoured by the idea of walking around in dirty clothes, Mr Bergh explained that he "spot cleans" any stains with a toothbrush.

Avoid This Washing Machine: Kenmore HE2 Plus Front Load Super Capacity Washer 4753

The latest on why VIewpoints reviewers warn against the Kenmore HE2 Plus Front Load Super Capacity Washer 4753.

Comparing Dry Cleaners: Price Does Not Equal Cost

Your clothing not only determines how others see you, but how you see yourself, so choosing the right dry cleaner is very important. You may be tempted to select your dry cleaner based on prices, but the least expensive isn’t always the lowest “cost”. When selecting a dry cleaner you should consider♦Peace of Mind. A quality-minded dry cleaner will stand behind their work, no questions asked.

Why almost every pair of jeans has a zipper that says ‘YKK’

If you look closely at the zipper on your pants right now, odds are that it has 3 letters engraved on the tab: "YKK." But what does it mean?

How to Remove Mildew Smell from Laundry

Table of ContentsadvertisementAndrew asked: What do I do if I forget that I have clothes in the washing machine, and they sit there for a couple of days and smell of mildew? I know I could use bleach with whites, but what about colors?Youopen the washing machine to put in a new load and – Oh Man! There’s that laundry you put in there last week, forgotten and reeking of mildew. We’ve all left a load of laundry for…

Urban gardening ideas: How to grow plants without a garden

You don’t need a garden to grow plants. Use walls, balconies and windowsills to grow a lush container garden in any urban environment.

The Importance of Regular Dry Cleaning

In addition to at-home laundering, dry cleaning can add protection and longevity to your clothing. Learn more about the benefits of regular dry cleaning.

At-Home Dry Cleaning Hacks That Will Save Your Clothes and Money

Dry cleaners may soon have to disclose which chemicals they use

The Suffolk County Legislature passed a bill Thursday that would require dry cleaners to post signs around their store detailing... Read More

Get Ready for Graduation with Nature's Dry Cleaners!

Nature's Dry Cleaners & Nature's Laundry Land is currently offering $2.00 off of dry cleaning for short dresses. Available through June with no limit.

Dry Cleaning: Behind the Scenes

We take our clothes to the cleaners for laundering, pressing, and stain removal. However, we rarely see what goes on behind the scenes. Johnny Wilson with Pilgrim Cleaners shows us what he calls "dry cleaner magic" and gives us some money-saving tips.

The hidden dangers of dry cleaning exposed

Dry cleaning is extremely convenient. However, most dry cleaners use a solvent called perchloroethylene which is a harmful chemical and known carcinogen. The solvent is considered a contaminating pollutant that persists in nature. In 2012, the International Agency for Research on Cancer classified p

Stop Wasting Money on Clothes You're Too Lazy to Clean

I’m a big believer in buying quality clothing, but I also constantly make the mistake of acquiring items that require special care. I know I don’t want to go to the dry cleaner, or do any hand-washing, but I still end up buying clothing that requires that stuff anyway. It’s time to start checking those tags in the store.

6 Ways Washing Your Clothes Could Save the Planet

On average, one truck full of textiles is landfilled and incinerated every second. That’s a lot of perfectly good clothes gone to waste! Keeping items in use instead of buying new can reduce our footprint, that’s why taking better care of the clothes we have is SO important. Learn how to take care of your

7 Things Your Dry Cleaner Wants You to Know

Pick up tips for saving on dry cleaning, never losing buttons and more

How to Do Laundry Without Ruining Your Clothes

Consumer Reports shows you how to do laundry and get the best results. Start by separating your lights from your darks and not overdosing or overloading the machine.