Release Forms

Release form for draperies, curtains, bedspreads, blankets, quilts, and other household items:

I understand that DC or its sub-contractor will be responsible for the cleaning of my household items except for the following:

1. Sunfading.
2. Color loss due to non-fast dyes or colors that will not withstand the selected cleaning process or solvents.
3. Holes or tears due to the degradation of the fabric whole hanging or wear & tear.
4. Shrinkage due to improper pre-shrinkage by manufacturer.

Release on leather, suede, fur, and other animal hide items

Suede and leather garments, being made of animal skins, sometimes have inherent defects that may not be apparent before cleaning. In addition to the effects of normal wear, there are other conditions you should be aware of. Some skins may have weak or thin areas that can chafe during processing. Poor exposure to heat and moisture can make skins tender, stiff or brittle. Fading may not be totally corrected by dying. Some stains may not be removable. Color uniformity cannot be assured if skins were not originally matched evenly. Heavily soiled linings may not clean satisfactorily. Also, if skins were overstretched in making the garment they may (probably) shrink in cleaning. I have read the foregoing and agree that, although DC or its sub-contractor will use the utmost with my hide, I release them from responsibility for any of the above conditions.

Release on vinyl and polyurethane garments and trim, along with beads, sequins, buttons, trimmings, buckles, belts, lace and double-faced fabrics

There is no absolute way of knowing how the above items will react to the cleaning or laundry process. Therefore, I will not hold [name of cleaner] or its sub-contractor responsible for any damage that may occur during the processing of my garments.

Release on spots I unconditionally release [name of cleaner] from all responsibility in their attempts to remove spots and stains from my garments that I have asked them to work on. I fully realize the any attempts to remove the spots and stains could result in injury to the fabric and/or color.

Release on wetcleaning

There are some instances in which certain stains or generated soils are not completely soluble in drycleaning; therefore, wetcleaning may be necessary. During the process, precaution is used to prevent shrinkage, loss of color, and fabric distortion. Because of the possible risks involved, [name of cleaner] requires your permission and release of responsibility.

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