Your Mom Was Right: Here’s Why You Should Separate Your Laundry

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3 Mar

Your Mom Was Right: Here’s Why You Should Separate Your Laundry

Washing dyed cloths with white or bright colored clothes can wreak havoc on the pearly whiteness of your white clothes. And if you’ve ever experienced this, you probably now know that your mom was, in fact, right. However, separating white laundry from the dark ones is not it; you’re still at a risk of ruining […]

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How to Pack a Winter Coat or Jacket

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2 Feb

How to Pack a Winter Coat or Jacket

The weather is beginning to get warmer, which is a sign that winters are about to end. This means that it’s time for you to replace all those fuzzy sweaters, suede jackets, and leather trench coats with floral dresses, colorful tank-tops, and ruffled midi skirts.  However, bidding farewell to your winter wardrobe can be challenging. […]

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How to Remove Mold and Mildew From Leather Pieces

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2 Feb

How to Remove Mold and Mildew From Leather Pieces

Most people throw in their leather jackets into their closets right after the winter and fall season. Same thing happens to most leather bags and shoes. If these items aren’t properly cleaned and packed before being stored for months, the moisture can deteriorate the quality, color, and texture of the leather. But that’s not it; […]

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Got Hair Dye on Your Shirt? Don’t Worry! Here’s How to Get It Out

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2 Feb

Got Hair Dye on Your Shirt? Don’t Worry! Here’s How to Get It Out

So, you’re absolutely in love with that new hair color you just got, the blow dry is great, the dye looks amazing—but what’s that purple stain right next to the collar….Dang! That’s the hair dye! If you’ve experienced a situation where your hair dye stained one of your most favorite shirts, you know the struggle. […]

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Shoe Repair – How the Way You Walk Could Be Damaging Your Footwear

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1 Jan

Shoe Repair – How the Way You Walk Could Be Damaging Your Footwear

Minor rips, holes in the soles, smoothed-out edges—it’s safe to say that your shoes experience a fair amount of wear and tear during their lifetime. But it’s not always external factors that affect their quality and longevity! In fact, in most cases, it’s the way you walk that makes all the difference. Whether you have a […]

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Yes, We Accept Massive Quilts for Laundry! What Your Laundry Service Can Tell You About Your Clothing

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1 Jan

Yes, We Accept Massive Quilts for Laundry! What Your Laundry Service Can Tell You About Your Clothing

As dry cleaners, we get our fair share of clothes, shoes, and even the odd pairs of socks to clean. So we’ve amassed a ton of knowledge that is beneficial to customers. In our 70 years of service, Imperial Valet Sterling Cleaners has come across plenty of customers who ask the same questions. So here’s a […]

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5 Cleaning Mistakes and Care Tips From Your Local Laundry Service

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1 Jan

5 Cleaning Mistakes and Care Tips From Your Local Laundry Service

Dropping off your laundry at the dry cleaners and knowing that it’ll come back to you freshly pressed and clean is a luxury that we’re eternally grateful for! But have you ever wondered if your dry cleaning service is grateful to have you as a customer? Not to implicate that you’ve ever skimped on paying […]

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Can Dry Cleaning Make My Clothes Last Longer?

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12 Dec

Can Dry Cleaning Make My Clothes Last Longer?

Dry cleaning does everything a normal commercial washing machine does: it removes stains, spills, makeup smears, oils, impurities, and odors. From rugs and carpets to wedding dresses and uniforms—anything and everything can be dry cleaned! However, there is an additional benefit that puts it a step ahead: it ensures that your clothes last longer compared […]

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