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Cleaning polyester

post #1 of 5
11/29/11 at 7:16pm
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So, I understand reading those little cleaning labels makes sense, but I just noticed something and I'm a bit confused. I have a few pairs of pants made of 100% polyester, but one says dry clean only. Are there different forms of polyester, or am I just simply missing something here?

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post #2 of 5
11/29/11 at 9:39pm
That polyester trouser is probably "dry clean only" because of other, non-polyester materials used in the construction of the trouser. For example, the materials used in the construction of the waistband.
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post #3 of 5
11/30/11 at 5:15am
Don't buy anything made from this material is the best solution: Consider replacing those that you have. It has no place in clothes manufacture.
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post #4 of 5
11/30/11 at 5:32am
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Don't buy anything made from this material is the best solution: Consider replacing those that you have. It has no place in clothes manufacture.

this is BS so i had to respond. a poly blend for socks will wick moisture away, same thing with underwear. 100% cotton isn't exactly the best unless you like soaking in your own sweat. so if you are not going with 100% wool, a blend of different fibers (poly, cotton, spandex) might be desirable depending on the type of clothing.
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post #5 of 5
11/30/11 at 5:38am
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Don't buy anything made from this material is the best solution: Consider replacing those that you have. It has no place in clothes manufacture.

I have a couple of *very* lightweight Poly windbreakers / jackets which are a God send in hot / rainy climates.
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