Drying Label Guide: Symbols and Meanings
From LaColada Self-Service Laundry Ponferrada, we offer a series of tips and guidelines to achieve optimal drying of your clothes. Knowing the drying labels is essential to keep your clothes in perfect condition.
General Drying Tips
- Respect the maximum load limits of the dryers
- Check the labels and make sure your garments can be machine dried
- Choose the appropriate temperature
- Be careful with high temperatures, do not select it if you are unsure the fabric can withstand it
- Do not dry items with plastic or rubber
- Insert garments one by one
- Do not dry items with residues of solvents, oils, gasoline, or any other flammable liquid
Drying Symbols Guide
Label allows dryer use
This symbol, represented by a square with a circle inside, indicates that the garment can be tumble dried without problems.
Label prohibits dryer use
A square with a circle crossed out with an X means the garment should not be tumble dried under any circumstances.
Label delicate drying
The drying symbol with a line underneath indicates that a delicate program with reduced temperature should be used.
Label low temperature drying
One dot inside the drying circle indicates that a low temperature should be used, ideal for delicate garments.
Label medium temperature drying
Two dots inside the circle mean that a medium temperature can be used, suitable for most garments.
Label high temperature drying
Three dots inside the circle indicate that the garment can be dried at a high temperature, ideal for towels and cotton clothes.
Additional Recommendations
The symbology of drying labels is very similar and can be easily confused. The "machine dry" label is represented by a square with a circle inside, representing a dryer.
Important Points to Remember
- Never exceed the maximum load line of the dryer
- Separate clothes by fabric type and required drying time
- Synthetic fabrics require delicate programs at low temperatures
Special Cases
Jackets and duvets containing feathers require the use of a dryer to prevent them from clumping. However, it is important to use the appropriate temperature to avoid damaging the filling.
Need help drying your clothes?
At LaColada, we are here to help you. If you have doubts about how to dry your clothes correctly, do not hesitate to consult us.
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