Cleaning Hacks

How Often Should You Dry Clean Your Clothes?

Wondering how often to dry clean your suits, dresses, or coats? Ardsley Park Cleaners in Savannah explains what you need to know.

Paris W.

June 19, 2025

How Often Should You Dry Clean Your Clothes?

When it comes to dry cleaning, most people fall into one of two camps: they clean garments too often or not enough. At Ardsley Park Cleaners, we help Savannah locals find the right cleaning schedule to keep clothes fresh, looking great, and lasting longer — all while being eco-conscious.

General Guidelines for Common Garments

Here’s how often you should dry clean your most-worn items:

  • Suits (men’s and women’s): Every 3–5 wears (or sooner if stained or worn in heat)
  • Formal dresses: After each wear (especially if you danced or wore perfume)
  • Dress shirts & blouses: Every 1–2 wears, especially in hot Savannah summers
  • Slacks & skirts: Every 3–4 wears
  • Winter coats & jackets: Once per season, or after exposure to rain, salt, or spills
  • Cashmere & wool sweaters: Every 3 wears or at season’s end

Signs It’s Time to Dry Clean

Even if you haven’t hit your “wear limit,” some warning signs include:

  • Odors that don’t air out overnight
  • Set-in wrinkles
  • Stains or discoloration
  • Fabric that feels stiff or heavy

Why It Matters

Over-cleaning can wear out fabrics prematurely, but under-cleaning leads to long-term damage from body oils, deodorant, and even Savannah’s humidity. At Ardsley Park Cleaners, our green dry cleaning methods are gentler, making regular care safer and more sustainable.

Practice Good Hygiene

In addition to cleaning, practicing good hygiene is essential. Regularly wash your hands, keep kitchen surfaces sanitized, and ensure proper ventilation to maintain a healthy living environment.

Ardsley  Park Cleaners in Savannah explains what you need to know about dry cleaning garment care

Need Help? Ask Us Anytime!

Stop by either of our Savannah locations and our team will happily recommend a cleaning schedule tailored to your wardrobe and lifestyle.