Laundry Symbol Decoder
Decode laundry care symbols on clothing labels to properly care for your garments
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Fabric Care Guide
Cotton
Machine wash warm or hot, tumble dry medium, iron high heat. Very durable and can handle most treatments.
Wool
Hand wash or machine wash gentle cold, lay flat to dry, iron low with steam. Avoid agitation and heat to prevent shrinking.
Silk
Hand wash cold or dry clean, do not wring, iron low on reverse side. Very delicate, avoid direct sunlight.
Synthetic (Polyester, Nylon)
Machine wash warm, tumble dry low or hang dry, iron low heat if needed. Prone to static and pilling.
Linen
Machine wash cool/warm, tumble dry low or hang dry, iron while damp at high heat. Wrinkles easily but very breathable.
Denim
Machine wash cold inside out, tumble dry low or hang dry. Wash infrequently to preserve color and fit.
Laundry Tips
- 1Always check the care label before washing a new garment for the first time
- 2When hand washing, use lukewarm water and a gentle detergent, then squeeze (don't wring) excess water
- 3For low heat ironing, place a pressing cloth between the iron and the fabric
- 4Sort laundry by color (lights, darks, whites) and fabric type for best results
- 5Turn clothes inside out to preserve colors and reduce wear on the visible surface
Common Laundry Mistakes to Avoid
Ignoring care labels and washing everything the same way
✓ Take 5 seconds to check the label - it can save your favorite clothes
Using too much detergent (more isn't better)
✓ Follow the recommended amount on the detergent packaging
Drying delicates in high heat
✓ Air dry or use the lowest heat setting for delicate items