Facts About Redeposition

When insoluble soil particles are released from fabric's while being cleaned, the soil particles are suspended in the solvent and picked up on the filter. However, before passing through the filter, loose soil particles may be attracted to a fabric in the wheel which results in an overall gray or dull appearance. Sometimes the redeposition will be limited in area to a streak or blotch. Not every garment in a load may be affected. Often, only one garment is affected. Resin finishes, which give fabrics easy care features, attract loose soil particles. Polyesters, nylons, acrylics as well as soft woolens when rubbed during dry cleaning become electrically charged and attract loose soil particles. Once attracted to the resin finish or electrically charged fibers, these particles cannot be easily released.