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March 13, 2026
How to Wash Laundry Depending on the Symbols on the Label
If the garment is made of multiple materials, you should always follow the instructions for the most delicate material.
TL;DR
- Clothing labels have symbols for proper garment care, helping clothes last longer.
- Basic symbols represent washing (basin), dry cleaning (circle), bleaching (triangle), drying (square), and ironing (iron).
- Washing symbols indicate water temperature, hand wash, gentle cycles, or no washing at all.
- Dry cleaning symbols specify if it's allowed, require gentle cleaning, or indicate specific chemicals.
- Bleaching symbols show whether bleach is allowed, with or without chlorine.
- Drying symbols indicate machine drying possibility and temperature (low or normal).
- Ironing symbols denote temperature limits and whether steam can be used or if ironing is forbidden.
- For multi-material garments, always follow the instructions for the most delicate fabric.
- When in doubt, choose a lower temperature and a gentler wash cycle.
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