DYES

The various dyes used to color fibers and fabrics can often determine whether or not an article is washed or dry-cleaned. In general, man-made fibers are solution-dyed and respond equally well to either cleaning process. Other types of dyes may respond well to water, but not so well in dry-cleaning solvent.  Dyes used for rayon's, silk and wool, however,  often respond poorly to water.  For this reason, most garments of this type are normally dry-cleaned rather than laundered or wet-cleaned.