Couture Textile Cleaning and Preservation

Catalina & Co. offers high-grade textile cleaning and preservation service at a reasonable price. We specialize in superior customer care, detailed inspections, nonabrasive cleaning methods, and archival grade preservation materials. Unlike traditional dry cleaners who often too aggressively pursue stains, Catalina & Co. believes in a gentle approach. We use all organic solvents—no bleaches or harsh chemicals. Because each gown is exposed to a unique variety of elements, careful consultation with our textile expert determines the customized attention given to each gown. Our cleaning team has been cleaning gowns and evening wear for over 25 years and is certified by the International Fabric Institute and the National Cleaners Association. 

Our preservation materials are of the highest grade. The boxes that we use for storage actually remove harmful gases, whether airborne pollutants from outside the box or by-products of deterioration from within, preventing them from coming in contact with items being stored. Additionally, their buffered interior and exterior are specifically designed for use with protein-based artifacts such as wool or silk textiles. These museum quality archival materials guarantee the long term preservation of any garment. 

Our preservationist is responsible for maintaining the long term storage of the gowns and analyzes and assesses each gown before repairing and conserving. With an extensive biology and chemistry background and hands on apprenticeship, our preservationist has surpassed the educational requirements of the industry. In addition, she is currently continuing her education with quarterly seminars offered by Columbia University Graduate School of Architectural Planning and Preservation as well as The Institute of Fine Arts at NYU. The relationship between the quality and price-point of our service is unmatched in this market. While there are other cleaning and preservation companies, they are charging almost double the price of Catalina & Co. As a result, our services are accessible to brides who purchase couture silk gowns as well as gowns made from other materials.

Our Cleaning and Preservation Process
Couture Wedding Gown Design
Couture Textile Cleaning and Preservation

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