Laundry and Fabric Care Terminology

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Alteration

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A change made in a garment so that it will fit properly.

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Bleach

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Product used with detergents to remove stains, whiten, and brighten 100% cotton fabrics.

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Bleeding Colors

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A color that releases some of its dye onto other fabrics, causing fading of garments.

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Care Label

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A permanent label attached to or printed on a garment, providing wash/dry clean information.

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Chlorine Bleach

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Removes stains, disinfects, whitens, and brightens fabrics; use with caution and check care label.

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Colorfast

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Having colors that will not bleed or fade.

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Country of Origin

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Included on all clothing labels to disclose where the clothing was created.

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Detergents

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Job is to remove dirt from fabrics.

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Dry Clean

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To clean using chemicals rather than with water and detergent.

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Enzyme Presoak

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A laundry product specially formulated to help remove stains before washing.