All ChecklistsTextile Restoration
Textile & Fabric Emergency Care
Immediate care steps for damaged clothing, wedding dresses, quilts, and other valuable textiles.
1
Do NOT machine wash or dry smoke-damaged textiles
2
Remove wet textiles from standing water gently
3
Lay flat on clean, absorbent surfaces — do not hang
4
Do not wring or twist wet fabrics
5
Keep garments on padded hangers if hanging is necessary
6
Avoid direct sunlight on wet or damaged textiles
7
Do not iron or use heat on smoke-damaged fabrics
8
Place tissue paper between layers to prevent transfer
9
Contact Prism Specialties DMV for professional textile conservation
10
Document each item with photos and descriptions for insurance