When a favourite shirt or dress shrinks in the wash, the result can be frustrating, especially if care instructions were followed. Textile scientists explain that some fabrics are more prone to ...

Scientists from the University of Leeds—and, it should be mentioned, Procter & Gamble—say the best way to keep clothes looking fresh for as long as possible is to use the coldest, shortest wash cycle.

We all want to care for our clothes in the best way to extend their life, but if you're not careful when choosing your settings, you could end up doing more harm than good. According to scientists at ...