textile care
[ˈtɛkstaɪl kɛr]
noun
cuidado com têxteis
1. The practice and methods of maintaining, cleaning, and preserving fabrics and clothing to extend their lifespan and maintain their appearance and quality
Proper textile care includes washing, drying, and storing clothes correctly.
O cuidado adequado com têxteis inclui lavar, secar e armazenar roupas corretamente.
2. Instructions and guidelines provided on garment labels regarding how to clean and maintain specific fabric items
Always follow the textile care instructions on the label before washing.
Sempre siga as instruções de cuidado com têxteis na etiqueta antes de lavar.
3. The industry, products, and services dedicated to fabric maintenance and preservation
The textile care industry includes dry cleaning, laundry services, and specialty treatments.
A indústria de cuidado com têxteis inclui limpeza a seco, serviços de lavanderia e tratamentos especializados.
In Brazil, textile care is often associated with family laundry practices and maintaining quality clothing, reflecting cultural values around home management. In the USA, there's a growing emphasis on textile care for sustainability and longevity of fashion items. Care labels and symbols are standardized internationally, making textile care instructions universally recognized across cultures.
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