how green are we?

It would be wrong of us to claim we are totally Green. However it is true to say we do our best to deliver a greener alternative to traditional garment cleaning methods such as Dry cleaning. We use the greener version of Dry cleaning such as the professional Wetcare system with its high tech equipment and Bio degradable detergents. No harmful chemicals used in our eco-friendly alternative!

We use re-usable, biodegradable  garment covers to avoid the use of plastic polythene covers. Please support us and the environment by returning all garment covers & hangers for recycling. 

We also support local environmental groups such as Plastic free Royston. 

Whilst it is not possible to be totally green in everything we do, it is true to say that we are definitely greener than the average dry cleaner.

wet is the new dry!

Our Miele, Wetcare technology has been around since 1991. However it has only come to the fore in recent years as the technology has significantly advanced to offer a genuine alternative to chemical laden Dry Cleaning. 

There are well documented concerns over the use of Perchloroethylene (chemical used in Dry cleaning process) for many years now. The quantity used is both licenced & controlled by local authorities in the UK & around the world. It is known to pollute the air, water and soil, as well as irritate sensitive human skin.

Some European and other worldwide countries are  slightly further ahead than the UK and  have passed legislation to remove all ‘perc’ (common name for Perchloroethylene) usage from 2025 onwards, forcing Dry cleaners to find alternative options.

There are many alternatives from Green Earth, liquid silicone to hydrocarbon that all claim in some way to being eco- friendly. None are truly chemical free. Unlike Wet cleaning.  The Wetcare system is at the top end of available Wet cleaning systems.  A truly eco-friendly alternative as it uses water and biodegradable detergents.

Once a garment that may have been previously dry cleaned is washed in the Wetcare system it will lose the ‘perc’ smell and the clothes will feel softer, smell better and last longer. You will notice the difference.

Wetcare is actually better for our staff, your clothes, your skin and so much better for the environment.

In an attempt to further enhance our green credentials we have installed LED lighting throughout our sites and a central steam system to help with the reduction in energy usage. 

This is the Looksmart Way