Wool Risks
Shrinkage, felting, pilling, moth holes, lining wear, colour change and shape distortion.
Shrinkage / Felting / Pressing
Wool Cleaning Intelligence™
Wool needs correct handling because heat, moisture, agitation and wear can affect the final result.
Wool garments can shrink, felt, pill, show moth damage, lose shape or reveal wear after cleaning.
Garment Care Authority
What this means inside a garment care business.
DCME explains garment care in practical business language: risk, evidence, method, expectation, staff procedure and customer protection.
Inspection
Check elbows, collars, cuffs, seams, moth damage, pilling, lining and previous repairs.
Finishing
Correct pressing and steam control matter because wool can shine or distort when handled poorly.
Customer Explanation
Wear and moth damage may become more visible after cleaning.
Simple Example
ItemWool suit jacket
RiskShine on lapel and worn cuffs
ActionPhotograph and note pre-existing wear
ControlCareful finishing
Why this matters
Knowledge reduces disputes and improves decisions.
When the owner and staff understand garment risk before cleaning, the business can communicate better, document better and protect both customer and operator.
FAQ
Common garment care questions.
Can wool shrink?
Yes, especially with incorrect heat, moisture or agitation.
Why do moth holes appear after cleaning?
Cleaning can reveal existing fibre weakness or holes more clearly.
Can wool shine be fixed?
Sometimes it can be improved, but heat shine may be permanent.
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