A lot of the time, we automatically take suits to the dry-cleaners rather than washing them at home. Whilst this is a safe method of keeping them clean without ruining them, it can get pretty costly. Moreover, it’s time-consuming and isn’t always necessary.
So, we’ll help you save money by teaching you how to dry clean at home without a kit. Keep reading to learn how to wash a blazer at home with your hands.
How much does it cost to dry clean a suit?
According to Grand View Research statistics, the 2022 global laundry and dry-cleaning services market size was valued at USD 69.3 billion.[1] Indeed, more and more people prefer to bring their clothes to the dry cleaners. However, not everyone has the money and time to do that regularly.
A professional dry-cleaner may charge from £15 up to anywhere near £40 to dry clean a two-piece suit. This can increase depending on the fabric or whether the suit is a two-piece or three-piece. Over time, it can be costly to maintain a suit from dry-cleaners rather than doing it at home. To clear things up, here’s everything you need to know about how to dry clean at home and whether you can machine-wash your suit.
Washing a suit jacket at home requires a bit more time and effort. If you’ve got the go-ahead from the label, wash the jacket carefully and then make sure you hang it to dry in its proper shape.