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Care-label tool

Laundry Label Decoder

Select the written instructions that appear together on one care label. WashCareLab combines them into one practical action plan and flags contradictions before you wash or dry.

Choose up to 8 instructions from the same label

Use the written wording you see. The decoder is text-first and does not reproduce care-symbol artwork.

WashingDamp wipe onlyDo not washDo not wring or twistHand washMachine washMachine wash coldMachine wash delicate / gentleMachine wash hotMachine wash permanent pressMachine wash warmRinse thoroughlyWash separatelyWash with like colors

DryingDo not tumble dryDrip dryDry flatDry in the shadeLine dry / hang to dryRemove promptlyTumble dryTumble dry delicate / gentleTumble dry highTumble dry lowTumble dry mediumTumble dry no heat / airTumble dry permanent press

BleachingBleach when neededDo not bleachOnly non-chlorine bleach when needed

IroningCool ironDo not ironDo not steamHot ironIron dampMedium ironUse press cloth

DrycleaningDo not dry cleanDry cleanDry clean, no steamDry clean, petroleum solventProfessionally dry clean, no steam

GeneralWash or dry clean, any normal method

Choose the written instructions that appear together on the care label.

Care label first

The permanent care label remains the controlling constraint. If the wording is damaged, incomplete or contradictory, stop before escalating heat, chemistry or mechanical action.

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General laundry guidance only. Follow the care label on the finished item and the directions on products you use.