The Comparison between Wet Cleaning and Dry Cleaning: Part 2

In the last article, we compared wet cleaning and dry cleaning in terms of environmental protection and stain removal. Then, how about the costs? Let’s keep discussing.

Cost Analysis of Wet Cleaning vs. Dry Cleaning

Wet cleaning and dry cleaning are two different working methods. When calculating the use costs, people should compare the direct consumption of detergents, water, electricity, and so on during the process of washing and drying.

Dry Cleaning Solvents: Reusability and Costs

● Reusability: Dry cleaning solvents are not disposable. They can be used again after being distilled and filtered so that the loss each time is very small.

    ❑ Filter-Type Machines: They consume a lot of filter elements and are more troublesome to use. They are now gradually being eliminated.

    ❑ Distillation-Type Machines: These heat dirty solvents from liquid to vapor and then condense and recover them with water. According to standard operating requirements, distillation should be performed after each washing, consuming a large amount of electricity or steam.

Wet Cleaning: Detergent Use and Energy Consumption

     ❑ Detergent Chemicals: The largest consumption of wet cleaning is detergent chemicals, which are directly discharged after use.

    ❑ Energy Efficiency: Wet cleaning has a shorter washing time and can accurately control the amount of water, so energy consumption is relatively low.

     ❑ Maintenance: The wet cleaning machine only needs to clean the inner drum regularly, and subsequent maintenance is more convenient.

Comparing Costs: Wet Cleaning vs. Dry Cleaning

Comprehensively comparing the costs of chemicals and energy consumption, the costs of wet cleaning and dry cleaning are close to each other.

Ease of Use: Wet Cleaning vs. Dry Cleaning

      ❑ Dry Cleaning Complexity: The dry cleaning process and technology are relatively complicated and require a high degree of manual involvement.

      ❑ Wet Cleaning Convenience: Wet cleaning is an edited program. People only need to select the program, and the machine will automatically complete the entire washing process. This makes it more convenient to use. New employees find wet cleaning machines easier to learn.

Initial Equipment Procurement: Cost Comparison

● The price ranges from tens of thousands to hundreds of thousands. A medium-quality dry cleaning machine is generally more expensive than a wet cleaning machine.

Conclusion: User Experience and Environmental Impact

After a comprehensive comparison, we can see that the gap between the costs of wet cleaning and dry cleaning is not huge, but wet cleaning provides a better user experience.

Fabric Protection: Wet Cleaning vs. Traditional Dry Cleaning

Despite environmental protection, the wet cleaning process is also better than traditional dry cleaning in protecting clothing fabrics. For example:

     ❑ Color Retention: It reduces the fading of clothing and keeps the color bright and soft.

     ❑ White Clothing: White clothing will not turn gray after multiple washes.

Future Outlook: Can Wet Cleaning Replace Dry Cleaning?

So, can wet cleaning replace dry cleaning? Everyone must have a clearer idea in their minds. Currently, wet cleaning cannot completely replace dry cleaning. However, with the continuous development of wet cleaning, the fabrics and washing range that wet cleaning can be applied to will become wider and wider.