As summer comes to an end, and fall begins, it is time for you to start thinking about getting your fall clothes out and putting your summer clothes away in storage. You may think that storing summer clothing is an easy task – just pack them and it's done. However, you need to make sure you pack them in such a way that they will be protected while in storage and be ready to wear next year.

You just cannot throw away your favorite shorts, tank tops, swimwear, and sundresses into a container and place them under the bed. Before putting your summer clothes into storage, it is crucial to get them dry cleaned with the help of a professional company like Farragut Dry Cleaners. Dry cleaning your summer clothes and storing them will ensure that they stay fresh the next time you get them out.

Here are the key reasons why you should take your summer clothes to Farragut Dry Cleaners before putting them in storage.

Keep Them Smelling Good

If you directly store the summer clothes in containers without cleaning them first, you will be greeted by obnoxious and unpleasant odors the next time you open the box. This is because any residual sweat or body oils will be trapped in the container for several months and become unpleasant. A professional and expert dry cleaner like Farragut Dry Cleaners knows how to eliminate the foul smell and keep your clothes smelling good the next time you want it during summer.

Protects Them From Stains

If your clothes have some particles of stains clinging to them, it may turn out to be a big problem if left unattended and stored in the box for several months. Having a minor stain removed by getting the clothes dry cleaned from Farragut Dry Cleaners will prevent the stain from settling deeper into the fabric and will stop the residual stain from attracting pests.

Getting Those Minor Repairs Done

Imagine you store your favorite summer t-shirt during fall and open it just before next summer only to find that there is a big hole in it. This could have been easily avoided if you had sent it to Farragut Dry Cleaners before storage. Sending your summer clothes to the dry cleaners can help get small repairs completed, which will help maintain them in ready-to-wear condition for the next summer.

Farragut Dry Cleaners Tips for Proper Summer Clothing Storage

Wondering how to store your summer clothes so that they remain in good condition for next year? Here are some of our best practice tips to store and keep your summer clothes safe for next year. Following these tips will ensure that they will be fresh when you are ready to bring them out next summer.

• Make use of cloth garment bags for delicate and expensive clothes. Never use a plastic bag.
• Use cedar balls or dried lavender to keep the summer fabrics fresh for your next use. This also helps to keep away the insects and bugs.
• Be careful with humidity problems when storing summer clothes in the basement. It may cause mold or decay in your summer clothes.
• Sort your clothes and organize them before storage; there may be some clothes that you don’t need.
• Vacuum sealed bags can help bulky store clothes and save space.
• Keep the clothes away from direct sunlight.
• Store summer clothes in airtight boxes.
• Select the right hanger to store delicate clothing items.
• Find the right spot in your home to store summer clothes – a cool, dark, and dry

Keeping your summer clothes is not just about putting them away. You need to get them dry cleaned first from a professional dry-cleaning company like Farragut Dry Cleaners. Then, you need to take the necessary steps to store your summer clothes safely.

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