Like any article of clothing, ties can get stains on them Learn how to remove stains from polyester or silk ties in this free clothing care video from a dry cleaner.
Ties are usually not something to be left in a dry cleaning machine. Learn how to clean spots or stains on ties in this free clothing care video from a dry cleaner.
Sometimes the only option in removing ties stains is through dry cleaning. Learn how to remove stains from ties with dry cleaning in this free clothing care video from a dry cleaner.
Take a tie with stains to a dry cleaning location to get cleaned. Learn how to examine stains on ties in this free clothing care video from a dry cleaner.
Check a silk tie to see what caused a stain before trying to clean it. Learn how to remove stains from silk ties in this free clothing care video from a dry cleaner.
After removing stains from a tie, it's best to steam or press the tie. Learn how to steam ties in this free clothing care video from a dry cleaner.
Summary: Taking pride in one's appearance is not something that should be taken lightly. Oh yes, we know that we should fold clothes, even on occasion iron our "good" clothes, yet all too often we overlook the cornerstone of the male apparel. The tie. The concept of the power tie was not something chosen at random. The tie sets the mood of the entire male clothing ensemble. Even those that recognize this MVP of the male closet, all too often simply grab it from the rack and quickly toss on a full Windsor or a shell knot. A true gentleman will first carefully, even lovingly, iron this prized possession perfectly.
But, what happens when a well-ironed tie gets a stain? Do you just toss it out with the coffee filters, or do you assess the problem and do something about it? In this free video series, a dry cleaner will teach you how to keep your wardrobe running at full-strength with tips on getting stains out of ties. You'll learn how dry cleaners assess tie stains, how they remove stains from different types of ties, and how dry cleaning can be involved. With these tips and techniques, every tie in your closet will be spot-free!
Expert: Gracie Sippel has dry-cleaned and sold wedding gowns and tuxedos at Cottonwood Dry Cleaners for 6 years. Call her at 928-634-3451.