3.Care and Maintenance of Fabrics in Institutions
This chapter covers the significance of care and maintenance of fabrics in institutions like hospitals and hotels, highlighting their specific requirements. It discusses the processes involved in laundry and garment care, the types of equipment used, and career opportunities within this field. The importance of cleanliness, appropriate cleaning methods based on fabric types, and the operational aspects of institutional laundries are emphasized.
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3.3Basic Concepts
This section discusses the importance and process of caring for fabrics used...
What we have learnt
- The significance of proper care and maintenance to retain fabric quality.
- The process and types of equipment used in laundry operations.
- Various aspects and techniques of stain removal.
Key Concepts
- -- Laundry
- The process of washing, drying, and ironing fabrics to ensure cleanliness and maintain aesthetic qualities.
- -- Drycleaning
- A cleaning process for fabrics using solvents other than water to remove dirt and stains.
- -- Ironing
- The process of smoothing out wrinkles on fabric using a heated tool.
- -- Stain Removal
- The specialized treatment of removing unwanted marks or colorations from fabrics caused by various substances.
- -- Hydroextractors
- Machines that remove excess water from fabrics after washing, typically using centrifugal force.
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