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1. Cotton can be machine washable or dry cleaned.
2. The wrinkle factor is high, so cotton usually needs to be ironed.
3. Bleach can be used on cotton - chlorine bleach for whites and color safe bleach for dyed clothing.

1. It is easily washed and able to be dry cleaned.
2. Wrinkles don't like polyester much, which means less ironing for you.
3. Static cling and stains are among the few problems polyester has.

1. Dry cleaning is the preferred method of maintenance. There are washable silk
2. fabrics and those should be washed by hand with a mild detergent.
3. Silk is soft and drapes well when used in clothing.
4. Static cling is not an issue with silk but snagging can be a problem.

1. It is smooth and lightweight, hence the use in a lot of sporting apparel.
2. Spandex is machine washable but at cold or warm temperatures only. A low dryer setting or even drip dry is preferred.
3. This material can be stretched repeatedly and still retain its original shape.
4. Ironing is strongly discouraged. If the spandex is creased, mist it lightly with water and toss in the dryer on a low setting to get rid of wrinkles. Or, use the lowest iron setting possible.

1. Linen is hand-washable, but dry cleaning is preferred. Use warm water and a low dryer setting.
2. 100% linen is easily wrinkled or creased so ironing is needed.
3. It is soft and comfortable with twice the strength of cotton.
4. You can dye linen without worrying about material degeneration.

1. Wool is washable, but you have to take care and air-dry it at room temperature.
2. Dry cleaning is the preferable option for maintenance, especially if you will be storing the wool garments indefinitely.
3. Moths love wool, so you have to store any wool clothing with cedar hangers or slip cedar balls into a zippered garment bag.
4. Wool is fairly wrinkle-resistant. For any visible creases, you can hang the wool garment out overnight or in a bathroom with a steamy shower going if you are in a time crunch.

Adapted from the references of adult costume care. Specializing in schoolgirl uniforms, French maid , gothic clothing and many varieties of sexy costumes. Fabric characteristics above are general information only and may be altered due to additional materials on the garment.

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