Today as experts in industrial degreaser We want you to know what each of the symbols you find on the labels of your clothing or fabrics indicate, as they reveal crucial information to keep the clothing in good condition and not damage the fabric.
Many people do not pay attention to labels and how they should wash their clothes, which causes them to wear out more easily, shrink, enlarge or take on a different texture. As specialists in degreasing industrial and all types of detergents, we advise you to follow the instructions on the label to remove stains without damaging the fabric.
What does each pictogram mean?
We are a company of industrial degreaser, specialising in the manufacture of all types of cleaning products such as laundry detergents. That is why we know how important it is to know what each of the pictograms on clothing labels symbolises.
The bucket (washed with water)
The tub indicates how the garment should be washed and the number inside it is the maximum temperature, in degrees Celsius, that the item of clothing can withstand. When dots appear instead of numbers, the more dots appear, the higher the temperature we can use. And if a hand appears inside the tub, it means that the item of clothing can only be washed by hand. If there is an X, it means that it needs a special wash. The lines that appear under the tub indicate the sensitivity of the item of clothing; the more lines there are, the more delicate it is and the less agitation the washing program should have.
The triangle (use of bleaches and whiteners)
The triangle means that bleaches can be used, but if it is crossed out with an X, its use is prohibited. If you see the letters CI, it means that only bleach or chlorine bleaches can be used, and two oblique lines in the triangle indicate that only oxygen is used as a bleaching agent on clothes.
The iron (how to iron the garment)
The dots inside the iron show the temperature at which we should iron the item of clothing (one dot 110 degrees and two dots 150 degrees) and if the steam symbol appears under the iron crossed out with an X, it means that we cannot use steam. If there is a cross covering the drawing on the iron, it means that the item of clothing cannot be ironed.
The circle (dry clean)
The circle indicates that the fabric can be dry cleaned, and when it is crossed out, it cannot be dry cleaned. The letter inside indicates the type of solvent that can be used: A (any solvent) F (only hydrocarbons) P (do not use trichloroethylene). The lines below indicate the delicate nature of the fabric. A W confirms that it can be slightly damp when cleaning. And if there is a line outside the circle, it may indicate instructions about dampness or steam, depending on where it is drawn.
The square (drying options)
When a simple square appears, the item of clothing can be dried by hand, and when it has a circle inside, it can be tumble dried. An X crossing out both drawings means that those two options cannot be used. As with washing, the lines under the square indicate the degree of delicateness of the clothing.
Now you have all the information you need to take care of each item of clothing properly, choosing professional detergents that provide the highest quality for your clothes and fabrics. At Dermo you can find an endless number of products for cleaning your home; multi-purpose products and specific products. As specialists in the industrial degreaser We advise you to carefully read the label on each item of clothing and follow the instructions given.