How to Properly Care for your Rayon Fabrics and Garments

As many of us know, rayon is a very popular fabric in a wide range of clothing items and household accessories. Its composition is primarily that of cellulose fibers that are directly derived from wood pulp. The fibers within rayon fabrics are nature based and the manufacturing is performed by treating the wood pulp with a number of specialized chemicals. Rayon is a highly favored fabric on the market today for all types of clothing garments as well as home accessories such as curtains and drapes.

Understanding Rayon

Because it is manufactured from natural products its processing can be complex categorizing rayon as a semi-synthetic fiber. One of the most favorable characteristics of rayon is that it drapes very smoothly and is incredibly soft to the touch. The fabric is also very lightweight and breathable making it very easy to absorb moisture. Further, rayon fabrics can be easily dyed in a wide range of vibrant colors.

Some rayon items when they become wet can become very distorted and even shrink. Having been recognized as one of the most popular and favored fabrics on the market today, rayon continues to be a number one choice with many shoppers. The fabric not only looks and feels good, but it is very affordable and with proper care and maintenance presents with a long lifespan.

Proper Care of Your Favorite Rayon Items

Here at Jimmy’s Cleaners and Alterations our team takes tremendous pride in providing only the highest quality dry cleaning services to all our valued clients. We understand the ins and outs of rayon and know how tricky it can be for individuals to give proper care to their favorite rayon items. Though some rayon items, not many, are manufactured in such a way that they are color fast and can be machine washed, most cannot. The majority of rayon fabrics require delicate care so as to prevent shrinkage and damage to the fabrics. Our team of skilled specialists highly recommends that individuals give attention to the care labels on their favorite garments or household items so as to understand the proper care required.

Once upon a time all rayon fabrics were required to only be dry cleaned. However, with advancements in manufacturing today and the application of specialized chemical finishes, there are some rayon items that can be machine washed right at home. It is important to note, however, that rayon items that are not treated, when machine washed are sure to not only shrink but have their colors fade. Further, when machine washing items, rayon loses its softness and comfort, minimizing the overall integrity of the fabric. With that said, be sure to pay attention to the garment labels and when dry clean only is noted, be certain to adhere to the instructions.

For those rayon fabrics that are machine washable you are apt to find that they become wrinkled quite easily and require ironing. If such is the case, our team suggests you always use

an iron on medium heat and iron the item on the opposite side of the fabric itself. This helps to prevent burning of the fabric or yellowing of the surface.

The Pros You Can Trust

Here at Jimmy’s Cleaners and Alterations, our team is steadfast in meeting the individual needs of all our valued clients. With that said, if you find yourself in need of specialized dry-cleaning services for your favorite rayon fabrics then we are the team for you. We offer high-quality dry-cleaning services at affordable prices and specialize in all types of fabrics and garments. Be sure to take advantage of our weekly specials and our convenient pick up and drop off services as well. For all your dry-cleaning needs look to the pros here at Jimmy’s Cleaners and Alterations. We are certain you will be both happy and satisfied with not only our services and prices, but with our friendly, professional team as well.