Close-up of a stained white dress shirt, highlighting one of the 7 common laundry mistakes that can ruin clothing—reminding why a professional dry cleaner is essential for proper care.

7 Laundry Mistakes to Avoid

How Dry Cleaning Can Save Your Clothes from Permanent Damage.

Have you ever pulled your favourite shirt out of the wash and thought:
“Why doesn’t this look the same anymore?”

You’re not alone. Most people make simple laundry mistakes that gradually ruin their clothes without even realising it.

In this blog, we’ll show you the most common laundry mistakes, and how London Dry Cleaning on Finchley Road, Hampstead can help you avoid (or fix!) them.

1. Washing All Fabrics the Same Way

💥 Wool, cotton, synthetic and delicate fabrics each require different care.
🔻 Problem: Colour bleeding, shrinkage, or damaged textures.
✅ Our Solution: We use fabric-specific wash cycles in our dry cleaning process.

2. Using Too Much Detergent or Harsh Products

🔻 Problem: Soap residue, dull fabric, or new stains caused by leftover detergent.
✅ Our Solution: We measure and use premium detergents designed for each material.

3. Bleaching Whites the Wrong Way

🔻 Problem: Yellowing, fabric damage, or even tearing caused by over-bleaching.
✅ We use controlled, industrial-grade whitening agents that are safe for your garments.

4. Ignoring Care Labels

👕 “Dry clean only” or “cold wash” isn’t just a suggestion!
🔻 Problem: Fabric shrinkage or damage.
✅ We carefully read and follow the label on every garment before cleaning.

5. Washing Stained Clothes Without Pre-Treatment

🔻 Problem: Oil, coffee, lipstick, or ink stains get worse and spread.
✅ Our Solution: Professional stain pre-treatment using specialist products and techniques.

6. Drying at High Temperatures

🔻 Problem: Delicate or synthetic fabrics can shrink or stretch out of shape.
✅ We use industrial dryers with controlled temperatures tailored to each fabric type.

7. Home-Washing Clothes That Should Be Professionally Cleaned

🎩 Suits, gowns, coats, and wedding dresses should never go in a home machine.
🔻 Problem: Permanent damage.
✅ Our Solution: Expert dry cleaning and hand-finishing services for high-end or delicate garments.