FABRICARE CLEANERS COLUMN – GREENWICH SENTINEL Did you know that the Environmental Protection Agency estimates that in 2017, the United States generated approximately 16.9 million tons of textile waste? That’s nearly 80 pounds PER American! And of this almost 17…
By Mike Astorino, Owner of Fabricare Cleaners Would it surprise you to know that your dry cleaner knows how many times each piece of clothing you have has been worn? Its first and last cleaning? Would it surprise you if…
What makes you a loyal customer to a business? With so many options these days, it can be tough for small businesses to gain and retain new customers. Is it convenience that keeps you going back? Price? Quality of the…
What Are People Wearing Now? A Local Dry Cleaner Weighs In. The last 14+ months have brought many changes to how we live our lives. The world has changed. How we work has changed. Our lifestyles and priorities have changed.…
Every April, Earth Day reminds us of ways we can be a little kinder to our planet in hopes that some of the habits will stick throughout the year. One suggestion is always to support businesses that support the environment.…
We welcome Spring with open arms after a long winter, but with the start of the new season also comes the often dreaded task of Spring cleaning. It can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be! We’ve got some…
Giving back to the community has been an intrical part of Fabricare Cleaner’s culture since they opened 30+ years ago in Fairfield County. Whether it’s participating in a community fundraiser, sponsoring local charity events, purchasing ad space in local sports…
This year has looked different for all of us compared to other years. For many, our homes had to be transformed into offices, classrooms, gyms, art studios, playgrounds and more. And with the holidays approaching, whether you are planning on…
As the temperatures continue to drop, there’s nothing quite like wrapping yourself up in warm, cozy fabrics like cashmere, wool, down and fur. These wonderful, winter materials bring a lot of comfort, but often a lot of confusion when it…
The temps are getting chillier and the days of dinners and hangouts in the backyards are coming to a close for the season, which means many of us are beginning to store away our outdoor furniture. As you begin to…