How Much Laundry Detergent Should You Use?
For best results, use 2 tablespoons of liquid detergent for a standard 7kg load. But one tablespoon is all you need if you are using a high-efficiency (HE) machine or soft water. Does using more than this make clothes cleaner? No! On the contrary, it leads to stiff fabrics, skin irritation, and mechanical damage to […]
Chlorine Bleach vs Oxygen Bleach: Which Is Safer for Your Clothes?
In the world of high-end fashion, a single laundry mistake can be an expensive lesson. Whether it’s a custom suit from a South Mumbai boutique or a designer summer dress, the cleaning agents you choose determine the lifespan of your garments. The debate often centres on chlorine bleach vs oxygen bleach, and for those who […]
The Best Way To Wash White Clothes
So, what is the best way to wash white clothes? Keeping your white clothes bright is a common struggle. In a busy city like Mumbai, dust, sweat, and hard water quickly turn a crisp white shirt into a dull grey one. If you want to know the best care for white garments, follow a few […]
Maintenance Tips For Delicate Couture Dresses
A couture gown is far more than a garment. It is a masterpiece of architecture, hours of meticulous hand-embroidery, and a significant investment in your personal legacy. Whether it is a hand-painted silk saree or a crystal-encrusted evening gown, these pieces require more than just a standard cleaning cycle. They need a preservation strategy. In […]
How To Wash Mohair Sweater
Mumbai’s high-fashion circles, a mohair sweater or shawl isn’t just clothing—it’s a significant investment symbolising sophistication. Their signature “halo” is as delicate as it is beautiful. But panic sets in when you spill a drop of wine on your favourite knit. At Bianca Cloth Spa, we often see clients “freeze up” when their luxury knits […]
5 Tips for Maintaining Your New Carpet
A luxury carpet is generally a permanent fixture in a Mumbai home. But maintaining its pristine condition is a constant battle against three specific enemies: humidity, salt air, and fine city soot. To keep your new carpet in good condition, you must act promptly on spills, prevent shoes from tracking dirt inside, and maintain good […]
Caviar Leather Handbag Care Guide
I have seen it happen a hundred times. A client walks into our studio, opens a dust bag, and finds their prized Chanel Classic Flap covered in a ghostly white fog. In Mumbai, your luxury collection is under constant attack. Whether you live in a sea-facing apartment in Worli or a high-rise in Bandra, the […]
What To Do If Color Bleeds In The Wash
The washing machine door clicked, signalling the end of a chore. But for Maya, a South Mumbai entrepreneur, that click started a nightmare. As she opened the seal of her high-end machine, her stomach dropped. Her ivory silk tunic, the one she chose for a high-stakes gallery opening, was ruined. A rogue crimson pocket square […]
15 Most Expensive Shoes & Best Tips To Maintain Them
Nobody buys a $15 million shoe just to walk in it. You buy it because it’s a piece of history you can hold in your hands. It is the tension of 24-carat gold thread, the weight of a meteorite, and the legacy of a master craftsman. But owning the costliest shoes in the world brings […]
How To Wash Cashmere
Imagine wrapping yourself in a fabric so light it feels like a warm cloud. This is the magic of cashmere, a rare fibre from the high altitudes of the Himalayas. For many, this luxury comes with a lingering sense of unease. We often see clients walk into our spa clutching a shrunken, stiff version of […]