October 2021

It’s officially fall, and that means it’s time to get your Halloween costume ready! At GreenEarth Cleaning, we understand parents want to protect their children against unwanted germs. New and/or old costumes should be properly cleaned before the big night of trick or treating. With our state-of-the-art, environmentally non-toxic system, you need not worry. Your costumes this year will come back clean, fresh, and germ-free. With these resources, we can provide you with the utmost quality of cleanliness and protection. Sometimes children get dirty, and you want your children to look their best in their Halloween costume, and “wow” or scare anyone who sees them at their front door asking for candy. It does not go unnoticed that reused costumes can get a bit worn out over time, so if you’re repeating a costume, let us get it ready for you. And new ones may have been tainted by other children or adults trying them on; people touch everything and that passes around germs—we can take care of that too. GreenEarth and our Affiliates value our customers and our cleaning process overall. You should not have to worry when you bring your costumes to your local GreenEarth cleaner. Our product and processes can remove germs, clean your costumes, and return them in that “like-new” condition, while also being kind to the earth. Weather can be harsh on costumes too, candy and juices can leave stains, and unwanted odors can build up from running around all night. For these things, we have the best quality, environmentally non-toxic solution. Our system is non-toxic to the environment, gentle on all fabrics, and can clean at high enough temperatures to deactivate most bacteria and viruses. GreenEarth replaces traditional dry cleaning petrochemicals with pure liquid silicone, which is what makes it safe for the environment. With this, your old costumes can be restored, or new ones can be properly sanitized. The dirt, the germs, the candy stains—GreenEarth cleaners can help to erase the damage of time. You can expect a gentle, chemical-free clean if you choose a cleaner using the GreenEarth system, and rest assured, you will not be disappointed. Find a GreenEarth cleaner near you at our store locator.

Your big day has come and gone—what do you do with your wedding gown now? Brides have a number of options they can choose from regarding what to do with their dresses. Some donate or sell their gown so it can be loved a second time around by a new bride-to-be. Others re-envision what they wore down the aisle into new cocktail attire. And still, others decide to “trash” their bridal wear through a once-in-a-lifetime photoshoot. However, most popularly, brides look to clean and preserve their dress for future generations.  We’re big fans of that last option. What is wedding gown cleaning and preservation? Wedding gown cleaning and preservation is a more specialized approach in comparison to standard dry cleaning. The process is laborious and requires even more astute attention to detail. A dress is first inspected for both visible and invisible stains. You may be asking, “Wait—there are stains you can’t see?” And the short answer is yes. Spills from light-colored, sugary substances like champagne will oxidize over time if left untreated, resulting in yellow or brown stains that aren’t easily removed.  Following an inspection, a gown undergoes careful cleaning and is then folded with acid-free tissue, wrapped in muslin, and placed in an archival preservation chest. When should I have my gown cleaned and preserved? Time is of the essence here. The sooner you can get your dress in for cleaning and preservation, the better. You don’t want to give stains time to settle in, which will make them that much more difficult to fully remove. If you’ll be honeymooning right after your wedding, consider entrusting your gown to your mom or a member of the bridal party, so they can take it to your chosen dry cleaner the very next day. Who should clean and preserve my gown? The answer to this one is a giveaway—a GreenEarth cleaner, of course! Our Network of garment care professionals clean to a higher standard, making them the obvious choice for preserving your most precious memento. The GreenEarth system itself also provides a much gentler clean than traditional dry cleaning methods. Petroleum solvents are abrasive and aggressive, wearing away surface fibers, but GreenEarth is chemically inert, or in other words, it doesn’t chemically react with fabric fibers. It just carries the detergent to garments and gently carries away soils. That makes it safe for even the most delicate fabrics and trims, like lace, sequins, beads, and silk, many of which are included in bridal wear. Tips for after you’ve taken your cleaned and preserved gown home Your gown should be stored in a cool and dry place. Attics and basements are no good, as textiles are sensitive to changes in heat and humidity. Open your preservation box and inspect your gown every two to three years to make sure nothing has happened to it while in storage. Always wash your hands before handling the garment. There are special gloves you can use as well to ensure the oils from your hands aren’t transferred to your gown. Refold your gown differently than it was folded before so that permanent creases don’t develop. Locate a GreenEarth cleaner So now you’re ready to have your wedding gown cleaned and preserved. First things first: Find your nearest GreenEarth cleaner by searching our Store Locator.