How to Clean Lace Bridal Gowns

If you need to clean lace on multiple wedding gowns, try using these specific methods in order to keep from damaging the lace. Therefore, if you own a gown rental business, it is important to know how to clean multiple gowns without damaging stock. 

Cleaning lace bridal gowns is an extremely delicate process, and if performed improperly will result in ruined dresses.

Supplies 

• Bathtub 


• Detergent bleach 


• Water


• Towels


• Drying rack

1. Fill your bathtub with warm water.  Pour in at least one cup of detergent bleach.


2. By using the bathtub you should be able to clean at least two gowns at a time. Try to select gowns which appear to have the same type of lace.  Put the gowns into the detergent bleach and water. Let the dresses soak until the water turns cool.


3. Pull the gowns out of the water when it is cold. Release the drain plug and drain the bathtub.


4. Repeat the above process again. Try to complete the process at least four to six times for the gowns within  a 24-hour period.


5. When the gowns have reached the perfect color, remove them and place them in a tub of cool, clear water.


6. Lay out two large towels and roll each gown separately in the towel to remove any excess water.


7. Use another towel for each gown to lay on. Transfer each gown from the towel to the drying rack.  Make sure they are lying flat to avoid stretching any of the delicate wet lace. To increase whitening, place the drying racks outside in the sunlight.


8. If the dresses do not lighten to the desired result using warm water, try hot water, using the same procedure. Although, hot water can shrink the size of lace and even the dresses.