Fabric Laundering Essentials

Which washing technique is best for delicate fabrics?

• Hot water wash

• Dry clean only

• Machine wash on high spin

• Gentle cycle or hand wash in cold water.

What is the purpose of using fabric softener during washing?

• To enhance the color of fabrics.

• To soften fabrics and reduce static cling.

• To remove stains from clothes.

• To add fragrance to the laundry.

How should you separate clothes before washing?

• Wash all clothes together regardless of color

• Use only cold water for all fabrics

• Separate clothes by brand only

• Separate clothes by color, fabric type, and washing temperature.

What is the recommended drying method for wool fabrics?

• Iron wool fabrics to remove moisture.

• Dry wool fabrics flat on a towel.

• Hang wool fabrics to dry on a clothesline.

• Dry wool fabrics in a tumble dryer on high heat.

What is the ideal way to hang clothes to dry?

• Hang clothes spaced apart on a sturdy line or rack in a well-ventilated area.

• Leave clothes on the floor to air dry.

• Use a heated dryer for all types of fabrics.

• Hang clothes tightly packed in a dark closet.

What is the purpose of ironing fabrics?

• To dye the fabric a different color

• To make the fabric waterproof

• The purpose of ironing fabrics is to remove wrinkles and improve appearance.

• To add texture to the fabric

Which fabric requires the lowest ironing temperature?

• Polyester

• Cotton

• Linen

• Wool

What is the best technique to remove wrinkles from silk?

• Use a steam iron on low heat with a cloth or steam in a bathroom.

• Iron on high heat without a cloth

• Use a hairdryer on cool setting

• Soak in water and wring out

What safety measure should you take when ironing?

• Leave the iron plugged in while not in use.

• Use a plastic table instead of an ironing board.

• Iron clothes directly on the floor.

• Use an ironing board and keep the iron's cord away from the hot plate.

Substances that aid the remover of dirts from clothes are called laundry___

• agents

• agencies

• equipment

• Tools