We need to send all leather garments out to a leather specialist, and so the turnaround time is 2-3 weeks from pickup until delivery at your desk. Please note that leather cleaning is specialized and expensive, and so be sure to check the prices under Pricing and Payment. Garments with even a small amount of leather trim also need to be cleaned by a leather specialist, because the leather pieces would be ruined if dry cleaned in normal dry cleaning solvent.

Most people do not know that the “perc” that is used to clean “dry-clean only” garments is a toxic solution that will, in the end, ruin your clothing. It is, however, the only way to clean your wool, cashmere, and silk garments. Therefore, it is advisable to only dry clean once or twice a season, unless the garment is soiled. A quick pressing should release any wrinkles that may have occurred during your day of use.

Fabrics that are lightly soiled due to wear can be cleaned using lukewarm water and a mild detergent or soap. They are best cleaned by using a soft sponge or cloth and rubbing in a circular motion, pat dry with a soft cloth, and brush in the direction of the nap. Medium to heavily soiled fabrics can be cleaned with a commercial water or foam type carpet and upholstery cleaner, (ie Shout, Carbona, Bissel, Armorall, Blue Luster, Turtlewax, Glamorene.

Please take care when caring for your child's new friend. Surface wash with a damp cloth only and you will have a beloved companion for years to come.

The Under the Nile 100% organic cotton toys can be washed and dried on a delicate cycle in your machine. Haba prides itself on quality materials and safety. The company uses maple and beechwood in its designs to promote durable, splinter-free play. The deep rich color of the woods used in Haba toys will enliven play and engage your child. Moreover, the elegant simplicity of these wooden pieces encourages imagination and complex problem solving.

Some you can soap up, wear in the shower and rinse off. Some you can soap up and rise by hand in the bathtub (like a sleeping bag). Some you can use a bucket of warm soapy water, a scrub brush and a water hose in the back yard. This is basically for two reasons: 1.) Most outerwear garments have some sort of applied coating, which does not react well to many cleaning solvents used. They tend to weaken and ultimately destroy the function of the coating. 2.

We use the typical fabrics used in the uniform industry. Our garments are made of 65% Polyester and 35% Cotton.

Anything can mold as long as there is moisture or a food source. Carpet, including those made of natural fibers such as wool, that is kept clean and dry shouldn’t have a mold problem.

The average American’s daily intake of fiber is about 5 to 14 grams per day. However, recommendations from the National Academy of Sciences, Institute of Medicine are that adults consume 21 – 30 grams or dietary fiber per day, depending on age and gender. High intake of dietary fiber has been linked to a lower risk of heart disease in a number of large studies that followed people for many years [1, 2].

Fiber Production: Alpaca fiber is luxurious! An alpaca produces from four to ten pounds of fiber per year. The fleece contains no lanolin, is hypoallergenic, and is usually relatively clean and dry. Many hand spinners process the raw fleece though some prefer to soak it to remove dust and debris. Alpaca fiber is stronger and more durable than sheep's wool and is valued for its unique silky feel.

Organic food production is based on a system of farming that maintains and replenishes soil fertility without the use of toxic pesticides and fertilizers. Organic foods are minimally processed without artificial ingredients, preservatives, or irradiation to maintain the integrity of the food. Conventional agricultural methods can cause water contamination.

Conventional agricultural methods can cause water contamination. Beginning in May 1995, a network of environmental organizations, including the Environmental Working Group, began testing tap water for herbicides in cities across the United States’ Corn Belt, and in Louisiana and Maryland. The results revealed widespread contamination of tap water with many different pesticides at levels that present serious health risks.

We have found that when people have a comparative list (of weights), they frequently make the wrong selection...ie., this one must be the best, because it's the heaviest...or...this is the one I want because it's the lightest. The same applies to... this is the thickest...or this is the thinnest. The "mil. spec." on raingear for example...while it may indicate the overall thickness , it does not indicate it's construction nor how it achieved that thickness. It's not unlike..