The Universal Language of Laundry Symbols
Those tiny tags inside your clothes aren't just decoration — they're a standardized guide to keeping your garments looking their best.
Washing Symbols
- Tub with water = Machine washable
- Hand in tub = Hand wash only
- Number inside tub = Maximum wash temperature (°C)
- One line under tub = Permanent press cycle
- Two lines under tub = Gentle/delicate cycle
- Crossed-out tub = Do not wash
Drying Symbols
- Square with circle = Tumble dry allowed
- One dot inside circle = Low heat
- Two dots = Medium heat
- Three dots = High heat
- Crossed-out circle = Do not tumble dry
- Square with three vertical lines = Drip dry
Bleaching & Ironing
- Triangle = Bleaching allowed
- Crossed-out triangle = Do not bleach
- Iron with dots = Temperature guide (1-3 dots)
- Crossed-out iron = Do not iron
Dry Cleaning
- Circle = Dry clean
- Letter inside circle = Solvent type (A, F, P)
- Crossed-out circle = Do not dry clean
- Bar under circle = Gentle cleaning
How ValetKleen Handles Different Fabrics
Our team is trained to read and follow every care label. Delicate items are separated, stained items are pre-treated, and everything is processed according to its specific requirements.
When in doubt, we err on the side of caution — your clothes are too valuable to risk.
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ValetKleen Editorial Team
ValetKleen Editorial Team
