Find Laundry Symbol Meanings
Never wonder again! Look up care symbols on your clothing labels easily.
Symbol Categories
Washing Symbols
Wash tub symbols indicating washing method, temperature, and agitation level
Bleaching Symbols
Triangle symbols indicating whether bleach can be used
Drying Symbols
Square symbols indicating how to dry garments
Ironing Symbols
Iron symbols indicating temperature and ironing method
Professional Care Symbols
Circle symbols for dry cleaning and professional wet cleaning
Popular Symbols
Fabric Care Guides
Cotton
Cotton is a natural fiber harvested from the cotton plant. It is the most widely used fabric in the ...
Polyester
Polyester is a synthetic fiber derived from petroleum. It is strong, durable, wrinkle-resistant, qui...
Silk
Silk is a natural protein fiber produced by silkworms. It has a lustrous sheen, is soft and smooth, ...
Wool
Wool is a natural fiber primarily obtained from sheep. It has excellent insulation properties, breat...
Linen
Linen is a natural fiber made from the flax plant. It is extremely strong, highly breathable, and co...
Nylon
Nylon is a very strong synthetic fiber that is elastic, quick-drying, and abrasion-resistant. It is ...
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many groups of laundry symbols are there?
There are 5 main groups: Washing (tub), Bleaching (triangle), Drying (square), Ironing (iron), and Professional Care (circle).
What do the lines under symbols mean?
Lines indicate gentleness level. No line = normal, one line = gentle, two lines = very gentle.
What should I do if there's no care label?
If there's no care label, identify the fabric type and check our fabric guide. When in doubt, use the gentlest method: hand wash, cold water, dry in shade.