Practical laundry guides
Fabric care & labels
Read care labels and make fabric-specific washing choices.
Care starts with the instructions attached to the actual garment. Use the washing-symbol interpreter for a plain-language explanation, then match the permitted process to the machine and detergent instructions. Future fabric guides will separate product-specific advice from broad rules so a familiar-looking item does not receive unsuitable care.
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Is a wash temperature a target or a limit?
Care-symbol temperatures specify a maximum for the indicated process; other label restrictions still apply.
What if my label is unreadable?
Look for the exact product information or ask the manufacturer before choosing a process.