Wedding Dress Cleaning and Preservation
The wedding was one day, but your dress should last forever. Trust Martinizing Cleaners to clean and preserve it beautifully.
Many brides dream of preserving their wedding dress as a beautiful reminder of a time when they felt their most radiant, and of course, blissful. But unless you take immediate action to clean and preserve it, that dream can quickly turn into a nightmare of yellowing fabric, set-in stains, and deteriorating details.
For meticulous cleaning and preservation of your wedding dress, trust only Martinizing Cleaners. Having been in business since 1989, our wedding dress specialists are well-versed in handling delicate fabrics, elaborate beading, and unique designs.
And because we know your schedule is still full (even after the wedding), we offer FREE Pickup and Delivery Service right to your door. Let us clean and preserve your wedding dress so it’s ready to be cherished for a lifetime. Call us today at 925-694-0890.
What Happens to Unpreserved Wedding Dresses?
Every wedding dress is unquestionably stunning, but it’s also very delicate. As such, without proper cleaning and preservation, here’s what can befall a bridal dress:
- Fabrics deteriorate. Without proper care, delicate materials can weaken, lose their original texture, and become prone to tears or fraying.
- Stains become permanent. Untreated stains settle deeper into the fabric, making removal increasingly difficult. Surely, nobody likes to see their dress marred by stains.
- It can turn yellow and discolor. Exposure to air and light can cause yellowing of the dress. This natural aging process, often accelerated without preservation, alters the hue of the dress and diminishes its original beauty.
- Less likely to withstand the elements. Unpreserved dresses are more susceptible to environmental elements such as humidity, dust, and mold. These factors can expedite the deterioration process, hence risking irreversible damage.
- It can’t be passed down as a family heirloom. The accumulated effects of stains and discoloration can significantly detract from its original beauty and sentimental value, making it almost impossible to be considered a cherished family heirloom.
Our Meticulous Wedding Dress Cleaning and Preservation Process
Because we know your wedding dress carries with it the memories, emotions, and the most unforgettable moment of your life, we proudly offer our archival care to restore, protect, and package it in a way that it can be cherished for generations.
Full Dress Assessment
We start by inspecting every inch of your dress. That means checking for stains, loose threads, missing beads, weakened seams, and any damage you may not even see. Every dress is different, and our treatment always depends on the material, detailing, and condition of the dress.
Hand Treatment of Stains and Delicate Areas
Next, we pretreat stains by hand using gentle, fabric-safe solutions. Whether it’s a champagne splash or makeup around the neckline, we target the stain without harming delicate lace, tulle, or embroidery.
Couture-level Cleaning Process
We don’t use harsh machines or generic chemicals. Your dress is cleaned by hand, one section at a time, using couture-approved methods that protect the texture, color, and shape of the fabric.
Minor Repairs and Reinforcements
If we find loose buttons, beads, or a hem that’s starting to fray, we take care of it right then and there. These subtle repairs help your dress look as beautiful as the day you wore it.
Final Pressing and Finishing
Once cleaned and restored, your dress is carefully steamed or pressed depending on the fabric type. We shape it so it holds its original silhouette: soft, elegant, and photo-ready.
Archival-grade Packaging
We place your dress into a museum-quality preservation box lined with acid-free tissue. This protects it from yellowing, dust, and moisture, while allowing the fabric to breathe naturally over time.
Sealed for Long-term Storage
Once boxed, your dress is sealed and ready for storage. You’ll receive instructions on where and how to store it at home so it stays safe and beautiful, whether it’s for five years or fifty.
We Provide Expert Care for All Types of Wedding Dresses
Your wedding dress is a one-of-a-kind reflection of your style, your story, and your most unforgettable day. That’s why it deserves expert care tailored to its unique design. At Martinizing Cleaners, we’ve worked with every style of dress imaginable, from sleek contemporary silhouettes to elaborate couture creations.
Here are the types of wedding dresses we expertly care for:
- Ball gowns
- A-line dresses
- Mermaid and trumpet dresses
- Sheath dresses
- Fit-and-flare dresses
- Bohemian and rustic dresses
- Beaded and embellished dresses
- Lace dresses
- Silk and satin dresses
- Tulle and organza dresses
- Custom or couture dresses
- Short and tea-length dresses
- Heirloom or vintage dresses
Each dress receives individualized treatment to preserve its beauty and integrity, just as it should.
We’re Danville’s Most Trusted Name in Wedding Dress Care. Call Us Today!
Your wedding dress was made for a day you’ll never forget, and Martinizing Cleaners is here to help keep it unforgettable. With decades of experience in wedding dress cleaning and preservation, we take every step to ensure your dress is treated with care from delicate hand cleaning to secure, museum-quality storage.
To make it even easier, we offer free pickup and delivery throughout Danville and surrounding areas. For more information about our Wedding Dress Cleaning and Preservation Service or to schedule over the phone, call us at 925-694-0890.