Business Details
21 Years
experience
Organic Dry Cleaning & Alteration Services in DC
The Cleaner Of Cleaners was founded on decades of expertise in garment care and environmental responsibility. Our story began in the 1970s with the Kim family's clothing manufacturing business in Brazil, which laid the foundation for our deep understanding of fabrics. After relocating to the United States in 1985, we expanded our knowledge into dry cleaning, operating successfully in southern New Jersey before establishing our current location in Washington, D.C. We bring over 40 years of combined experience in textile care, specializing in advanced cleaning methods that prioritize both garment longevity and customer health. Our commitment to innovation led us to adopt only EPA-approved organic solvents, eliminating the use of harmful chemicals like PERC that remain common in the industry. We perform all alterations in-house with meticulous attention to detail, guided by a master seamstress whose expertise ensures precise results.Our services extend beyond traditional dry cleaning to include household linens, bridal items, leather care, and shoe repair, all delivered with a focus on sustainability. We actively educate customers about the risks of conventional dry cleaning practices while providing safer alternatives that protect both personal well-being and the environment. Our family-owned operation maintains strict quality control standards, refusing to outsource critical services that affect final product quality. With decades of hands-on experience across multiple facets of textile care, we combine technical expertise with personalized service to meet each client's unique needs.
Services
Dry Cleaning
Expert Alterations
Household Linens
Shoe Repair
Bridal Care
Leather Cleaning
Shirt Laundering
Vintage Restoration
Fur Storage
Wash & Fold
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We use only EPA-approved organic cleaning solvents
- Onsite alterations performed by 40-year experienced seamstress
- Family-owned with direct industry expertise since the 1970s
- Specialized in hazardous chemical-free garment cleaning
- Comprehensive textile care from bridal gowns to leather garments
Services
Organic Dry Cleaning
Our organic dry cleaning uses EPA-approved solvents that are safe for both garments and the environment. This method extends fabric life while eliminating toxic chemical exposure. Specializing in delicate materials including silk, wool, and vintage textiles.
Expert Alterations
Full-service alterations performed onsite by a master seamstress with 40+ years experience. Services include hemming, resizing, and complex garment reconstruction while maintaining original construction integrity.
Bridal Care
Specialized cleaning and preservation for wedding gowns and bridal attire. Includes multi-step stain removal, beadwork repair, and archival-quality storage solutions to maintain garment condition for generations.
Leather & Suede
Professional leather and suede cleaning that maintains material softness and durability. Services include color restoration, water damage repair, and protective coating application using industry-specific products.
Shoe Shine & Repair
Full-service shoe maintenance including hand-buffed shines with premium conditioners, heel replacement, and sole repair. Using traditional techniques to restore both appearance and functionality of fine footwear.
Questions
What makes your dry cleaning process eco-friendly?
We use only organic, EPA-approved solvents instead of traditional PERC chemicals. Our process eliminates toxic air emissions while being gentler on fabrics and safer for customers.
Do you handle specialty items like wedding gowns?
Yes, we offer complete bridal garment care including cleaning, preservation, and restoration. All work is performed by specialists with experience in delicate lace and beadwork repair.
Are alterations done in-house?
All alterations are completed onsite by our master seamstress with over 40 years experience. We don't outsource any tailoring work to maintain quality control.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Washington, D.C., Northern Virginia, and Maryland suburbs. Special pickup/drop-off arrangements available for large orders or commercial accounts.
Do you offer shoe repair services?
Yes, we provide full shoe care including hand-buffed shines with premium conditioners, heel replacement, and sole repair using traditional techniques for both men's and women's footwear.
What are your store hours?
We're open Monday-Friday 8am-6pm, Saturday 9am-3pm, and closed on Sundays. Emergency service available with prior arrangement for time-sensitive orders.