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LanguageLaundry symbols are small icons found on clothing labels that provide guidance on how to properly care for the garments. Understanding these symbols is crucial for preserving the quality and longevity of your clothes. This guide will help you decipher these symbols and understand their meaning, making it easier to choose the right washing methods and avoid costly mistakes.
Familiarising yourself with these symbols can save you from damaging your clothes. Keeping a quick reference guide or even the laundry detergent and softener in a washing machine cupboard can make this process even more convenient, ensuring you always have the information and products you need right at your fingertips.
While most laundry symbols are straightforward enough to follow, some are there to give users specialist instructions. In particular, delicate or special garments can require careful attention to ensure the fabric isn’t ruined. Sometimes, this involves avoiding the washing machine and tumble dryer altogether along with harsh processes such as bleaching.
Laundry symbols on clothes labels provide washing or maintenance instructions that are specific to the garment. Adhering to the symbols can help preserve the garment quality and longevity.
The symbol for "do not tumble dry" is a square with a circle inside it that is crossed out. This indicates that tumble drying the garment should be avoided.
The "do not iron" symbol is represented by an iron icon with a line through it. This indicates that ironing the garment can cause damage.
The "machine wash cold" symbol is a tub of water with a single dot inside it. It specifies that the garment should be washed in cold water to prevent shrinkage or fading
The "do not bleach" symbol is a triangle with a line through it. Sometimes, bleaching can release dyes or weaken the fibres of the garment.
The "do not dry clean" sign is a circle with a line through it. This symbol is shown when dry cleaning may result in undesirable changes to the fabric.
Now you’ve uncoded the mystery of what various laundry symbols mean, it’s time to also make your laundry routine easier and more enjoyable to complete.
Washtower laundry cabinets are ergonomically designed to improve your experience of loading and unloading your machine. You’ll also discover other handy features to reduce the noise and vibrations of your appliances for a better laundry experience all around.
Head over to the Washtower configurator tool where you can see our full range of laundry cabinets which can house washing machines and tumble dryers.
If you have any questions about Washtower laundry cabinets please get in touch with our team.
