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Laundry & Soft-Wash Services
Preservation-focused Soft-Wash cleaning for costumes
Our Laundry & SoftWash Facility is currently being installed and will come online shortly.
CCVE's Laundry and Soft-Wash Facility provides professional, preservation-focused cleaning for external costumes from film, theatre, events, performers, and private collections. Our soft-wash process is designed specifically for garments that cannot safely undergo traditional washing or commercial dry-cleaning — especially vintage textiles, delicate fabrics, and structured costume builds.
If your costumes need to look perfect under lights, withstand repeated wear, and remain true to character, soft-wash is the safest and most reliable option.
Why Soft-Wash Is the Preferred Method for Costume Care
Dry-cleaning is built for everyday clothing, not for costumes. The chemicals, heat, and agitation used in commercial dry-cleaning can weaken fibres, fade colours, distort shapes, or damage embellishments — especially on vintage or specialty garments.
Soft-wash is different.
Our soft-wash process uses gentle water flow, mild detergents, and low-impact handling to remove makeup, sweat, and on-set residue without stressing the fabric. It preserves the garment's structure, drape, and longevity, making it ideal for high-use wardrobe pieces.
Soft-wash offers clear advantages
- ◆Protects fragile and vintage textiles
- ◆Maintains colour, shape, and fabric integrity
- ◆Preserves embellishment, structure, and detailing
- ◆Extends the lifespan of high-use costumes
- ◆Reduces the risk of shrinkage, warping, or chemical damage
- ◆Keeps garments camera-ready and stage-ready for longer
For productions that rely on wardrobe continuity and authenticity, soft-wash provides a level of care dry-cleaning simply cannot match.
What We Clean
Our facility is equipped to handle a wide range of garments and specialty materials, including:
Fabric Types
- ◆Silk — including vintage silk, printed silk, and structured silk garments
- ◆Leather — soft leather garments, costume leather pieces, and leather trims
- ◆Wool and wool blends
- ◆Cotton, linen, and natural fibres
- ◆Synthetics and performance fabrics (polyester, nylon, elastane)
- ◆Delicate fabrics such as chiffon, organza, tulle, and lace
- ◆Beaded, sequinned, and embellished textiles
- ◆Structured costume builds with mixed materials
Professional Care You Can Trust
Our textile-care team brings deep experience in costume maintenance, garment preservation, and collection management. Their expertise ensures every external garment is returned clean, safe, and ready for its next performance or appearance.