Textile Care and Maintenance
Test your knowledge on Textile Care and Maintenance.
Questions
Which of the following is NOT a common type of fabric care label?
- Machine Wash
- Hand Wash
- Dry Clean
- Iron
What does the term "dry clean only" mean?
- The fabric should be washed in a washing machine.
- The fabric should be hand washed.
- The fabric should be cleaned using a dry cleaning solvent.
- The fabric should be air dried.
What is the recommended temperature for washing cotton fabrics?
- Hot (60-90°C)
- Warm (40-60°C)
- Cold (30°C or below)
- Any temperature is acceptable
Which of the following fabrics is most prone to wrinkling?
- Cotton
- Linen
- Polyester
- Nylon
What is the best way to remove stains from delicate fabrics?
- Use a stain remover
- Rub the stain with a cloth
- Soak the fabric in hot water
- Machine wash the fabric
Which of the following is NOT a good way to store clothes?
- Hanging them on a hanger
- Folding them neatly in a drawer
- Storing them in a vacuum-sealed bag
- Storing them in a damp basement
What is the best way to dry delicate fabrics?
- Tumble dry on low heat
- Hang dry in the shade
- Dry clean
- Iron on low heat
Which of the following fabrics is most susceptible to fading?
- Cotton
- Linen
- Polyester
- Rayon
What is the recommended temperature for ironing cotton fabrics?
- Low (110-150°C)
- Medium (150-175°C)
- High (175-200°C)
- Any temperature is acceptable
Which of the following is NOT a good way to prevent clothes from shrinking?
- Wash them in cold water
- Use a gentle detergent
- Dry them on low heat
- Put them in the dryer on high heat
What is the best way to store wool sweaters?
- Hang them on a hanger
- Fold them neatly in a drawer
- Store them in a vacuum-sealed bag
- Store them in a cedar chest
Which of the following fabrics is most prone to pilling?
- Cotton
- Wool
- Acrylic
- Silk
What is the best way to remove wrinkles from a silk blouse?
- Iron it on high heat
- Steam it
- Hang it in the bathroom while you shower
- Put it in the dryer on low heat
Which of the following is NOT a good way to care for leather shoes?
- Clean them with a damp cloth
- Apply a leather conditioner
- Store them in a cool, dry place
- Put them in the washing machine
What is the best way to store furs?
- Hang them on a hanger
- Fold them neatly in a drawer
- Store them in a vacuum-sealed bag
- Store them in a cool, dark place