Wash Labels Explained
The number inside the wash tub shows the maximum water temperature, in ˚C.
If there are no bars, the garment can be spun and rinsed as normal.
One bar indicates a reduced spin speed programme should be used.
Two bars mean the clothes need a mild wash action, but can be spun and rinsed normally. Such
items should not be wrung out by hand.
If the tub contains a hand, wash the item on a Hand Wash programme.
A triangle means that you can safely use a cold, dilute solution of bleach.
A triangle with a cross over it means the item cannot be bleached.
A circle inside a square means you can tumble dry the garment.
The dots indicate temperature
- one dot for lower heat.
- two dots for higher heat.
A cross over this symbol shows you should not tumble dry the garment.
A circle means the garment is suitable for dry-cleaning.
A letter inside the circle is to tell the dry-cleaner which chemical wash and method to use.
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