
Confused over whether you can dry clean your draylon or soak your silks? Then check out our complete fabric cleaning guide. You can add your own top fabric cleaning tips for these fabrics in the comments section on each page.
Antique Lace
Canvas
Cashmere
Chenille
Chintz
Corduroy
Damask
Draylon
Faux Fur
Felt
Lace
Leather
Linen
How To Clean Felt:
Dry clean only.
How To Clean Faux Fur:
Cotton and viscose type: Dry clean only.
Polyamide, acrylic or polyester: Wash at 40degrees on delicates setting in washing machine. Shake well and allow to dry naturally.
Spots and stains: Sponge with warm water mixed with a little non-bio washing powder, rinse and dab dry.
How To Clean Lace:
Can be made from cotton, polyester, polyamide or a blend. If no care instructions are given, wash as for the fabric type, using non-bio laundry detergent. Put in a pillowcase before machine washing for extra protection.

How To Clean Leather:
Clothing: Leather clothing described as ‘washable’ can be sponged. Stains and marks can be tackled with soap or soap flakes, lathered up and dabbed on with a sponge. Wipe clean and hang up to dry. Have the item professionally cleaned occasionally to maintain the condition of the leather.
Gloves: Put them on then rub hands gently in a solution of warm water and soap flakes. Hang the gloves up then put them on again when almost dry to get them into shape.
Bags: See How To Clean Luggage
Footwear: See How To Clean Shoes
Furniture: See How To Clean Leather Furniture
How To Clean Linen:
Machine wash on a hot setting, spin and hang out to dry. Iron on reverse while still damp. Check if the item has a special anti-crease finish – if it does it must be dry-cleaned.
How To Clean Nubuck:
Use a specialist nubuck and calf-leather cleaner.
How To Clean Nylon:
Wash at 40degrees on a delicates setting in washing machine. Spin and allow to dry naturally. Absorbs colours easily so wash deep colours separately.
Always check manufacturer's instructions first. Always try a test patch first. If you are unsure as to whether the item you are cleaning is suitable for our instructions, take professional cleaning advice first.
Take the quiz & find out the answer to Kim and Aggie's burning question... How clean is your house?
Your Comments
Post your comment
Please note: In order to post a comment you need to be registered and logged in to Channel 4:
Sign In Here or Register Here
Comments closed
Comments are closed at the present time
Comments
Thank you for your comment!
Your message will be reviewed and the best ones will be published below.
If you intended to make an official comment to Channel 4 please contact us.
Comments