How does dry cleaning compare with wet cleaning?

Criteria

Dry Cleaning

Wet cleaning 

Cleaning Method

Uses chemical solvents (not water)

Use water and detergents

Cleaning Effectiveness 

Highly effective against stubborn stains that are hard to wash

Effective against most dirt and bacteria

Suitable Fabrics

• Delicate fabrics that are easily damaged by water or high temperatures, such as silk, wool, leather…
• Formal wear, wedding dresses, etc.

Most types of fabric

Advantages 

• Protects fabrics fibers: Does not cause shrinking, distortion, or fading, especially with delicate fabrics.
• Effective cleaning grease stains: Efficient in removing tough stains that water cannot wash out.
• Maintains shape: Keeps the original shape of garments, especially suits and evening gowns.

• Effective cleaning: Removes dirt, sweat, and typical stains effectively.
• Safe for health: Uses water and safe detergents, not harmful to health.
• Lower cost: Less expensive and easier to perform at home.
• Suitable for many types of fabric: Can clean most fabrics from cotton, polyester to wool and silk.

Disadvantages

• Higher cost: More expensive than wet cleaning.
• Chemicals: The use of solvents can affect health and the environment if not handled correctly.
• Not suitable for all fabrics: Some fabrics may be damaged by dry cleaning.

• Shrinking and distortion: Some fabrics may shrink or distort when wet cleaned.
• Time-consuming drying: Must be air-dried or machine-dried, which takes time and effort.
• Fading: Colors may fade and bleed if not sorted correctly.

Applications

Suits, tuxedos, silk garments, wool clothing, designer clothes, leather, fur, etc.

Jeans, cotton clothing, sportswear, towels, bed linens, linen fabric, etc.