
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 Satin:
Can be made from cotton, polyester, polyamide, silk or acetate. If no care instructions are given, wash as for the fabric type. Iron on reverse while still damp.
How To Clean Sheepskin:
Coats: Professional dry-clean only. Apply a proprietary protective spray to prevent marks. Small spots can be treated with a suede cleaner, but test on an inconspicuous area first. Spots on the wool side can be treated with a dry shampoo.
Rugs: Short pile can be washed in a soap-flake solution, or have the rug professionally cleaned.
How To Clean Silk:
Hand wash using a mild liquid detergent unless marked dry-clean only. Do not use biological detergents or soap flakes and do not rub or wring. Use fabric conditioner and roll in a towel to gently squeeze out excess water. Iron while still damp.

How To Clean Suede:
Treat with a proprietary waterproof spray to prevent colour rubbing off. Brush frequently with a suede brush. Spots and stains can be wiped with a clean damp cloth, although heavy soiling will need to be professionally cleaned.
Footwear: See How To Clean Shoes
How To Clean Taffeta:
Dry-clean only.
How To Clean Tweed:
Dry-clean only
How To Clean Velour:
Can be made from acrylic, cotton, silk or other man-made fibres. If no care instructions are given, wash as for the fabric type or dry clean. Iron on reverse.
How To Clean Velvet:
Can be made from cotton, silk or man-made fibres. If no care instructions are given, wash as for the fabric type or dry clean Shake from time to time while drying and smooth pile with a soft cloth. Iron on reverse.
How To Clean Viscose (Rayon):
Cool machine wash on delicate setting. Use short spin and do not wring. Iron while still damp.
How To Clean Wool:
Hand wash in warm water using a gentle laundry detergent and do not rub, twist or wring. Lay flat on a towel to dry, covering with a second towel. Do not tumble dry. If the label permits, machine wash on a woollens programme.
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.
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