Not all dry cleaners are the same! According to statistics in our state, 99% of dry cleaners use some type of petrochemical to clean. Perc, Hydrocarbon, DF2000, DrySolv, and more names are among them. Some of these petrochemicals are proven carcinogens, and they can result in brain hemorrhaging, birth deformities, and other major health problems. Many of these petrochemicals are banned in many nations and other states of the US. Fresh Press Cleaner is one of the 0.1% of dry cleaners in Illinois that does not use any petrochemicals.
Unfortunately, you get what you pay for. You don’t always purchase the cheapest clothing you can find. Certainly not. This is because your clothing is an indication of who you are. For the same reason, we believe you should think twice before having your clothes cleaned by the cheapest cleaner available. You can trust Fresh Press Cleaner with your clothes because:
We do not clean your garments with harmful chemicals such as PERC.
In virtually all circumstances, your inner alarm bells are right. From the food and grocery sectors, you recognize the term “organic” to signify healthy and safe. Unfortunately, many dishonest business owners in the dry cleaning sector like using the terms “organic” or “eco” incorrectly. The phrase “organic” simply means “from the ground.” Perc, the most infamous dry cleaning chemical, and all other petrochemicals are generated from petroleum, which originates from the ground, just like gasoline. So cleaners that use the harshest chemicals on the market can call themselves “organic,” because all petrochemicals are organic in that sense.
Ask! Your dry cleaner will be quite proud if they use safe cleaning procedures. Request specifics and conduct your research. Inquire precisely about the cleaning solvents they employ, and if they can’t give you a straight response, you can bet they’re using petrochemicals.