These are items that don't need to be dry cleaned, even if it is suggested that they do. We’ve been taken to the cleaners. Consumers are beginning to understand that clothes with “dry clean only” ...

We don’t always have the answers, but we have some people on speed dial who do — which is why we present to you our series, FYI, where we have experts explain topics like how often should you wash ...

In response to a reader who has noticed more and more dry-clean-only labels on clothing, our critic explains why they are increasing and how to properly wash clothes. By Vanessa Friedman I love ...

For a lot of folks, doing laundry isn't one of the most exciting parts of the day. As lucky as some are to have a laundry room in their home or a washing machine and dryer in their apartment, the ...

New York City stylist Liz Teich says that most items commonly dry cleaned don't need to be. Getty Images/iStockphoto If you’ve gotten into the habit of lugging your wool knits, cashmere cardigans and ...

The Environmental Protection Agency announced a ban on toxic chemical solvents PCE and TCE which are commonly used in dry cleaning earlier this month. The chemicals are known to cause environmental ...