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Learn how to take care of your Saloncapes for maximum durability: Caring For Your Capes 

Salon Cape Maintenance Guide: Pro Tips for Maximum Longevity

Keep your Saloncapes garments performing like new with our proven care routine, designed specifically for professional salon environments. Proper maintenance extends garment life to years of daily use while preserving waterproofing, snap integrity, and vibrant colors. Follow these stylist-tested steps to avoid common pitfalls like fabric shrinkage, snap corrosion, or hair buildup.

Pre-Wash Preparation:

• Brush off all loose hair and debris using a lint roller or soft salon brush—never shake over client areas.
• Spot-treat stains immediately: dab (don't rub) with diluted dish soap for oils, or white vinegar for chemical residue. Let sit 5 minutes before washing.

Machine Washing Best Practices:

• Wash separately from towels to prevent snags and lint transfer.
• Wash with mild, fragrance-free detergent (1/4 normal amount).
• Skip fabric softener entirely—it coats waterproof layers, reducing chemical resistance.
• Add 1/2 cup white vinegar to rinse cycle for natural softening and deodorizing.

Drying & Storage:

• Dry as you would regular garments - no kid gloves need.
• Our fabrics dry fast, so low heat is usually enough.
• Store folded flat or hung.

Special Care Notes:

• Chemical capes: test waterproofing quarterly by splashing water—if it beads up, coating intact.
• Embroidered garments: inside-out washing of smocks can help preserves thread quality.
• Inspect snaps quarterly.
  
  

Pro Tip: Weekly rotation of 2-3 capes per stylist prevents premature wear. Following this routine, customers report capes lasting thousands of washes while maintaining professional appearance.

Questions? Call (800) 682-4269 for personalized advice.