WAGNER'S European Fabricare

Tips to Removing Stains

1. Don't wait. Don't allow a stain to set. Bring the garment to Wagner's as soon as possible. Studies show that after one week, 20 per cent of stains could not be removed satisfactorily. After three weeks, 69 per cent of stains could not be removed.

2. Don't be shy. Tell us everything you know about the stain. What is it? How old is it? What attempts did you make to remove the stain? With accurate information, we will know what to do and what not to do in removing the stain.

3. Don't assume. Don't assume an invisible stain will come out without us knowing about it. White wine, soft drinks, and other sugar-based substances may turn the garment brown if not properly treated and cleaned.

Stain Alert: Tanins and sugars are the most difficult stains to remove.

Tips on Caring for Your Clothes

1. Don't remove a care tag. It has important information that you'll probably forget if you remove it.

2. Do remove the drycleaner's plastic bags when you arrive home. Store your clothes and other items in a cool, dry place.

3. Guard your garments from prolonged exposure to sunlight and artificial light. Many white garments are treated with optical brighteners that yellow when exposed to light and heat and coloured garments often fade.

4. Clean matching pieces together. Normal fading may occur during the cleaning process so clean your suits and matching outfits at the same time.

5. Protect your clothing from perspiration, deodorants, perfume, hair spray, etc. These chemicals are tough on clothing, especially silks. Use garment shields for protection.