

If a tub is crossed out, your garment is not machine washable and must be either dry cleaned or hand washed.Let’s break down all of those extra marks: While this seems simple enough, there are several variations of this symbol as shown in the image above. The sink icon is a diagram of a tub of water, meaning your garment is machine washable. The sink symbol has many variations, and they all mean something different. (And for more laundry tips, discover these popular laundry detergents to throw away and the most energy-efficient way to do your laundry to save money.) Washing bucket icon This is what the most common laundry symbols on the care label of your clothes mean. These symbols can prevent shrinkage, discoloration, and pilling, so it’s important to decipher exactly what they mean.
DRYER SYMBOLS HOW TO
They are cheat code on how to properly care for your clothes to keep them looking new for longer.

If you look closely at your labels, you will see a series of small symbols. Those tags on your clothes can be scratchy or irritating, but they’re actually super helpful - so don’t cut them out and throw them away just yet. This story is part of Home Tips, CNET’s collection of practical advice for getting the most out of your home, inside and out.
