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by EverythingZachSmith on April 7th, 2010
If they have shrunk, then it is obvious that the pants are already damaged. The problem with dry-clean-only clothes is that they tend to shrink when you use hot water cycle or high drying temperature. There is a reason why they are labeled as such and you should closely follow instructions.
by Mushen on November 20th, 2006
Lots of manufacturers label garmeents as dry-clean only because they have to test items to ensure they won't be damaged by regular washing. It's an expensive process. The cheaper & quicker option is not to bother and label as dry clean only.
Washing items on a cool wash and use a colour washing powder.
by jalex137 on March 30th, 2006
Probably not. Many of the dry-clean-only articles can be machine washed successfully. It's the manufacturer's way of saying they're not responsible for any shirinking or fading that might occur if you do.
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You're reading I have dry-clean-only pants that went through the washer and dryer. They seem okay, maybe just shrunk a little. Have they been damaged in some unobvious way?
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