This symbol can affect the longevity of your garments.
When looking at a clothing label, you may see numerous symbols, but among them, the triangle symbol is often overlooked by many. Many people still wonder: “What does the triangle symbol mean?”
In fact, it directly relates to whether or not you should use bleach when washing.
Caring for your clothes haphazardly can lead to quicker damage to your garments. In the context of a busy lifestyle, many people often simply throw everything into the washing machine without considering the specific care requirements of each item. This can harm the quality and longevity of the clothing.
The triangle symbol will have different shapes.
The triangle symbol will vary in shape depending on whether bleach can be used or not. If the triangle has a hollow outline, you can safely use bleach. Conversely, if it contains two diagonal lines or a plus sign with the letters ‘CL,’ you should only use non-chlorine bleach products. Finally, if there’s a plus sign inside the triangle, you should not use any type of bleach.
According to Mr. Salah Sun, Product Marketing Director of Beko Plc in the UK and Ireland, it is very common to toss a pile of clothes into the washing machine without careful inspection. He emphasizes that: “All the necessary information about your clothes is on the label.” Understanding these symbols can help you avoid mistakes when washing and extend the life of your favorite garments.
In addition to the triangle symbol, there are four other important symbols on clothing labels:
- First is the washing temperature symbol, usually depicted as a bucket of water with a number inside.
- Second is the ironing symbol, indicating whether steam can be used and the appropriate ironing temperature.
- Third is the professional cleaning symbol.
- Fourth is the square symbol indicating whether it can be tumble dried along with the best settings for the dryer.
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