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How to Wash Polyester

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This article was co-authored by Safir Ali. Safir Ali is the Co-Founder and CEO of Hamper Dry Cleaning and Laundry, a startup in Houston, Texas reinventing the laundry industry. With over six years of experience launching and operating Hamper, Safir specializes in innovative ways to simplify dry cleaning using the experience from his family's business. Safir holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Management from Texas A&M University. Hamper offers 24/7 on-demand dry cleaning and laundry through delivery and kiosk services. Hamper has been featured on the Houston Rockets, Station Houston, the Houston Business Journal, BBVA, Yahoo Finance, and Innovation Map.

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Polyester is a synthetic fabric that generally resists wrinkles, fading and shrinking when taken care of properly. In addition, polyester is also used to create blends that make cotton and other fabrics more durable. But like other fabrics, it also has its weaknesses. It may pill and easily stain with oil-based spills. It is also susceptible to static cling. As a result, polyester garments need proper care to maintain a good appearance and feel.

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Part 1Part 1 of 3:Preparing Your Polyester for the Wash

Part 2Part 2 of 3:Washing Your Polyester

Part 3Part 3 of 3:Drying Your Polyester Fabric

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Co-authored by:Safir AliLaundry SpecialistThis article was co-authored by Safir Ali. Safir Ali is the Co-Founder and CEO of Hamper Dry Cleaning and Laundry, a startup in Houston, Texas reinventing the laundry industry. With over six years of experience launching and operating Hamper, Safir specializes in innovative ways to simplify dry cleaning using the experience from his family's business. Safir holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Management from Texas A&M University. Hamper offers 24/7 on-demand dry cleaning and laundry through delivery and kiosk services. Hamper has been featured on the Houston Rockets, Station Houston, the Houston Business Journal, BBVA, Yahoo Finance, and Innovation Map.This article has been viewed 443,593 times.1 votes - 100%Co-authors:11Updated: January 18, 2022Views: 443,593Article SummaryX

To wash polyester, start by turning the garment inside out. Then, wash it on your machine’s permanent press cycle using warm water, since cold water doesn’t effectively remove stains from polyester. Finally, dry your garment on low heat in a dryer or allow it to air dry. For tips on what laundry detergent to use when washing polyester, keep reading!

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