A beautiful tie is a fantastic investment to look sharp, professional, and in style. Keep your collection looking like new by addressing stains when they occur and taking it to a dry cleaning professional. Whether your ties are silk or worsted wool, bowtie or necktie, treat them right to get the most longevity out of them. 

How to Clean Your Ties

Prevention is the best medicine when it comes to clean ties. Tuck yours through two buttons of your shirt during potentially messy meals. Unfortunately, stains happen to even the most careful tie-wearer. When they do, take immediate action by gently removing any chunks of food with a clean utensil. Next, use a cloth napkin dipped in cold water to blot the stain. Avoid rubbing, as this could make the spot spread or damage the fibers of the tie. If yours is still stained, it’s time for dry cleaning services. Look for a dry cleaner who’s experienced in cleaning ties, especially if yours is silk.

How to Store Your Ties

Your ties will spend most of their lives in a drawer or closet, making your storage choice vital to keeping them crisp and attractive. If you have limited space, roll yours and keep them in tie boxes. A box with a lid will keep the dust off those you don’t wear often. If you choose a box without a lid, consider placing it in a dresser drawer.

Prefer to keep your ties in the closet? Invest in a hanging tie rack. If you have multiple racks, organize them by season and color so it’s easy to find what you’re looking for. Keep the collection away from sunlight to prevent color fading. If you need to pack your ties for travel, roll and place them in a shoe, hang them in a garment bag, or lay them gently in your suitcase between other clothes. Hang your ties as soon as you arrive to avoid creasing.

Powell Cleaners in Dublin, OH, is the dry cleaning and laundry service that will keep you looking sharp enough to land you your next promotion. In their careful, capable hands, your shirts and suits will stay like new, and their alterations will give your clothes that couture fit you’ve always wanted. They even offer one-day turnaround for dry cleaning emergencies. Questions? Call (614) 792-1118 or send them a message on Facebook.