Why get your wedding dress professionally cleaned?

Weddings are EXPENSIVE, and a lot of people look for ways to cut the cost down to something more reasonable. But is washing your dress at home just to cut the cost of dry cleaning it worth the risk? There’s a lot weighing on this decision, so here are some things to consider that might help you through the process.
Fabrics- Delicate fabrics do not mix well with traditional detergents, they could cause permanent damage to the fabric. Dresses that have fabrics like silk, taffeta, or rayon would most likely be ruined in a washing machine. Top loading washing machines that have agitators could also tear the dress, no matter how delicate the fabric. You should only consider washing your dress in the washing machine if it is made up of 100% polyester and you have access to a front loading washer. Professional cleaners have the tools and experience to treat any type of fabric your dress is made of.
Beads and Designs- Having a dress with beads or intricate details makes it even riskier to wash you dress at home. You are much more likely to loose beads or ruin details on your dress in the washing machine than at a professional cleaner’s. Dresses with organza detail should be washed with extreme caution, as the details are at risk of loosing its crispness. Professionals have the skill to work around your dress’s details and get it clean without ruining anything.
Stains- You will more than likely have some mystery stains on your dress after you’re your wedding reception. It could be difficult to try and identify and remove the stains on your own. Being able to identify what a stain is key to getting the correct supplies needed to remove it. If you have a lot of mystery stains, it may be better to take it to a professional cleaner. They are more equipped to remove different types of stains, and will probably be much more experienced with identifying whether that spot is from dirt or chocolate.
Whether you go professional or take the DIY route, the cleaning experts at Mulberrys are happy to help with any questions you may have along the way. We have a special running this month where you can get $20 off of a wedding dress cleaning. Bring your dress into Mulberrys today!