How Professional Fur Dry Cleaning Extends Your Coat’s Service Life
Winter winds turn Manhattan’s avenues into conduits for near-arctic blasts. Fur garments are not only fashionable, but also offer protection against the effects of an NYC Winter’s bone-chilling cold. So it is doubly important to maintain these wardrobe investments well. Professional fur dry cleaning by Cameo by Copeland Cleaners’ professionals extends your fur coat’s life by removing damaging dirt, oils, and pollutants, which prevents the fur from matting and breaking, while also rehydrating the hide with conditioning treatments that restore its softness and shine.
In addition, our experts assess every coat we receive and will perform specialized services should we identify the need for repairs. These include minor tears, torn hems, and loose closures, which are often missed during regular wear. We also inspect and take steps to prevent issues like shedding and moth damage by removing food particles and other attractants. The end result is a fresh and vibrant garment that will serve you well throughout the Winter season.
How Professional Fur Cleaning Preserves Your Coat
- Removes abrasive and damaging contaminants: Cameo by Copeland Cleaners’ fur dry cleaning services will remove harmful elements like dust, pollutants, and grime that can break down fur fibers and cause matting.
- Cleans without damaging chemicals: Our specialized cleaning methods use gentle, water-free processes that will protect the natural oils essential for fur’s flexibility, luster, and longevity.
- Restores natural oils: Conditioning treatments replenish essential oils that evaporate over time, which maintains your fur’s softness, sheen, and flexibility.
- Prevents pests: By cleaning away food particles and other attractants, professional fur dry cleaning helps protect your coat from moths and other pests that can cause irreparable damage.
- Identifies and repairs damage: Cameo by Copeland Cleaners’ fur specialists will inspect your coat for small tears in the lining or hide that you might not notice, and can make repairs to halt further damage and to extend its life.
- Maintains structure and appearance: Professional glazing and finishing processes restore your fur’s fluff and correct direction, making it look lustrous, vibrant and showroom new.
- Specialized equipment and expertise: Cameo by Copeland Cleaners’ fur dry cleaning professionals use specialized equipment and possess the knowledge and expertise tailored to treat different fur types optimally. This ensures the cleaning process is effective yet gentle and will not cause damage to your garment.
What Steps Can You Take to Extend the Life of Your Fur Coat?
Cameo by Copeland Cleaners advises that once we have cleaned and preserved your fur coat for the season, you abide by these “rules”:
- Do not pin jewelry to your fur: Even the tiniest of pinholes piercing the hide will stretch over time, and usually, a rip ensues. If you wear a scarf, this is the ideal solution. Just attach your brooch to the cloth instead.
- Do not spray perfume or hairspray while wearing the coat: It is a temptation, but perfume will destroy the fur strands, or bleach and weaken them as it removes the glaze that provides protection. Hairspray leaves a gummy residue which attracts grime, dirt, pollutants, and insects.
- Avoid using a shoulder or crossbody handbag: Straps can abrade the fur, and strap hardware can remove fur strands as well as tear the hide. Use a clutch instead, or keep your wallet and cell phone in the pockets.
Seasonal maintenance is a requisite if you value your fur garments and want to enjoy their unique warmth and luxurious appearance for years to come. It is especially important, if you do not wear your fur coat often, that it receives Cameo by Copeland Cleaners’ fur dry cleaning care both at the onset and end of the cold season. This way, you’ll appreciate the unique warmth and luxury that only a fur coat can provide. To schedule pickup and delivery of your fur garments, speak with our experts today!