Pay attention to avoid damaging your clothes: What do the symbols on clothing labels mean

When you buy new clothes, you probably pay attention to the style, colors, and size. However, many people ignore the small symbols on labels that make a big difference.

These symbols contain important information about the care of the garment, the materials it is made of, and the washing instructions. Knowing what these symbols mean will help you keep your clothes in the best condition possible, extend their life and prevent damage. This was written by Express.

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Let's take a look at the most common symbols commonly found on clothing labels:

1. Laundry symbols:
   • The icon differs depending on the washing recommendations.
   • Dome-shaped lines: use a very gentle wash.
   • Crossed out circle: do not wash the product.
   • The numbers indicate the washing temperature in degrees Celsius.
   • Hand: hand wash.
   • Circle with the letter "R": dry cleaning is suitable.
2. Drying symbols:
   • Square: can be tumble dried.
   • Crossed out square: do not tumble dry.
   • Drops: Use the low drying setting.
   • Drops with a semicircle: Use a very low drying setting.
3. Ironing symbols:
   • Iron with drops: can be ironed.
   • Crossed out iron: Do not iron.
   • Iron with numbers: indicates the ironing temperature in degrees Celsius.
4. Symbols of the cleaning agents:
   • Circle: Any cleaning agent (hydrogen peroxide, protein, chlorine, oil) can be used.
   • Triangle with an "X": Do not use cleaning agents containing chlorine.
   • Triangle with "P": do not use agents containing hydrogen peroxide.
5. Material symbols:
   • Fabric composition can be indicated by text or icons.
   • Common materials: cotton, polyester, wool, silk, linen.
6. Wear protection symbols:
   • Triangle with a circle: protection against wear and tear.
   • Square with a circle: protection against wear and tear.
   • Square with the letter "A": for ammonia chemicals.
   • Square with the letter "P": For caustic chemicals.

These symbols are important information to help you keep your garments in the best possible condition and maintain their quality for a long time. Before you start caring for your new purchases, pay attention to the symbols on the labels, and you will be sure that your clothes will remain stylish and effective for a long time.

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