Cleaning Codes

Cleaning codes inform you as to the best way to clean a particular fabric. There are no guarantees of the cleaning abilities of these methods. The most often seen codes are W,S,WS,X.

  • W - Professional Dry Cleaning is recommended with water based solvents.

  • S - Professional Dry Cleaning is recommend with petroleum based solvents.

  • WS - Professional Dry Cleaning is recommended with water or petroleum based solvents.

  • X - Use vacuuming only to clean up dust and dirt particles. No water or petroleum-based solvents are to be used.

Flammability - Fire Codes

Flammability codes for home decor fabrics are primarily guided by federal and state regulations, along with industry standards. These standards help determine how fabrics behave when exposed to fire. Here are the most relevant flammability codes and tests for home décor fabrics in the U.S.