Getting the Shine Out of a Black Dress

Did you get an answer as I have the same problem with 2 pairs of black pants that developed a sheen after a few drycleanings

Susan Sanders-Kinzel
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November 12, 20040 found this helpful

It looks like from all I've read that you need to use a press cloth to keep the sheen from forming. A press cloth is any kind of lintless cotton cloth (a piece of old sheet, a tea towel or hankerchief)

From a T-Fal Iron Site:

"Take extra care with certain fabrics.
Iron all silks on the reverse side. Cultivated silks should be ironed when damp, but should not be sprayed because they may spot; raw silks should be ironed when dry. Velvet, acrylics, corduroy, embroidered pieces and synthetic leathers should also be pressed inside out. Place a clean towel or blanket on the ironing board to prevent any unwanted sheen.

Tip: Pressing wool or dark fabric slacks often creates a shiny look. To avoid any unwanted sheen, use a cloth or an old handkerchief."

From Niagara Starch Site:

"The fabric is shiny. Some dark fabrics look shiny after ironing. Next time, iron these items inside out or use a press cloth. It will reduce or eliminate unwanted sheen."

Susan at ThriftyFun

There are two ways:
1. Take a cloth and wet with vinegar (not apple cider). Clean shiny fabric with cloth. Wash and then iron with wet and wrung humid ironing cloth between iron and dress.