permanent-press

We spend a lot less time cooking and cleaning than we did a century ago, thanks to vacuum cleaners, dishwashers, permanent-press clothing, etc.

Jobs are not a scarce resource, Arnold Kling | EconLog | Library of Economics and Liberty 2009

Our tests of permanent-press dress shirts revealed some good performers.

Tip of the Day: How to cut your dry-cleaning costs 2008

Our tests of permanent-press dress shirts revealed some good performers.

Tip of the Day: How to cut your dry-cleaning costs 2008

Better still, avoid permanent-press fabrics altogether, along with those labeled "shrinkproof" or "water-repellent."

Tips on Minimizing Your Exposure to the Harmful Effects of Formaldehyde in Your Home 2008

Formaldehyde is found in household products and fuel-burning appliances, “permanent-press” clothing and draperies, and many paints, coatings and glues.

GREEN BUILDING 101: Indoor Environmental Quality | Inhabitat 2006

Some permanent-press clothes and fabrics that have been given optical brightening finishes may yellow if exposed to chlorine bleach.

HOME COMFORTS CHERYL MENDELSON 2005

• By washing sturdy cotton blends and synthetics not those containing viscose rayon, acetate, or other delicate and heat-sensitive fibers in the regular cycle or permanent-press cycle when the label says “Gentle” or “Delicate.”

HOME COMFORTS CHERYL MENDELSON 2005

However, not all permanent-press garments have the problem today.

HOME COMFORTS CHERYL MENDELSON 2005

Chlorine bleach may not be recommended for permanent-press cloth because the cloth has been weakened.

HOME COMFORTS CHERYL MENDELSON 2005

In addition, permanent-press fabrics tend to take up and hold soil that gets deposited in the wash water and emerge from the laundry gray or dingy.

HOME COMFORTS CHERYL MENDELSON 2005