Our Commitment to Cleveland to Provide Green Dry Cleaning
Traditional dry cleaning involves using harmful liquids and chemicals to remove stains from clothing instead of using water. This process dates back to the 1930s, when a chlorinated solvent, called perchloroethylene, became common practice for all garment cleaners. This chemical was known for effectively cleaning clothes, but it has detrimental effects on humans and our environment. Most dry cleaners today still use perchloroethylene as their primary cleaning agent, which has a horrible effect on the dry cleaning employees who are around the chemicals, as well as the environment that it’s disposed into. It’s widely encouraged by the United States Environmental Protection Agency to avoid this chemical and to switch to a more environmentally friendly option. Environmentally friendly options include using organic, non-toxic, odorless solvents that do not leave a chemical residue on your clothes. This new way of dry cleaning has since been referred to as “Green Dry Cleaning.”
We are committed to providing the Greater Cleveland area with Green Dry Cleaning at London Cleaners. In addition to avoiding the harmful chemical of perchloroethylene, here are other ways that we can work together to live in a more sustainable world and have less of an impact on our environment, while still maintaining cleanliness.
Reducing Waste by Repairing
Other than avoiding harsh chemicals in the dry cleaning process, we also help reduce waste by repairing old garments and shoes. This process helps keep clothes and shoes out of landfills and helps prevent purchasing of new clothes. As a consumer, you can bring in any torn, soiled, or broken garments or shoes for us to repair before tossing them and making a new purchase. This can help reduce our carbon footprint and help make Cleveland a more sustainable city. In addition, you can restore your favorite pieces of clothing or favorite pair of shoes, or bring life back into a vintage piece from a thrift store. All of these efforts help reduce waste and make items last longer.
London Cleaners Cleans Green
At London Cleaners, we utilize non-toxic, odorless, organic dry-cleaning methods to ensure that we have the least amount of waste produced from our cleaning services, while still upholding the highest standards and quality. If you live in the Greater Cleveland area, then we offer FREE pickup and delivery for all dry cleaning, garment repairs, and shoe repairs. Reach out today to schedule your first pick-up and bring life back into your clothes or shoes!
