Clothing Care

How to hand-wash or machine-wash delicate clothes safely, from checking the care label to choosing detergent, protecting fabrics and drying them flat.

General first steps for treating stains on clothing, from blotting and cold water to pretreating, plus approaches for coffee, grease, ink and makeup.

How common clothing fabrics compare for comfort, warmth, wrinkles and care, from cotton and linen to wool, silk, polyester and rayon.

What the information on US clothing labels means, from fiber content to care instructions and symbols, and what the FTC’s Care Labeling Rule requires.