LAUND RING - 1914, - PREFACE - First Edition 1 N preparing this second book on the art and science of laundry work, the author has tried to overcome the many shortcomings of the little book called Laundry Manual. Laundering up to the time of that book had not been con- sidered worthy of a text-book, but later classes caused the demand. Through students and teachers, together with the work being required in many schools and colleges, the science has advanced to such an extent that it is almost impossible to keep abreast of the chemical, textile and mechanical side, to say nothing of the educational, econom- ical and practical aspect of the subject. The whole view- point is broad and still growing broader consequently the new book is starting on the journey which it is hoped the pioneer has prepared for it, to be of greater service to stu- dent, teacher and housekeeper. The author wishes to thank all of the former friends who have used the Laundry Manual, and hopes-that the new book, Laundering, will be even more helpful, because more up to date. Special thanks are extended to all who have so willingly given of their help and advice to Miss M. J. McKeown, for the ever-helpful assistance in reading manuscript and writing the chapters on Bluing and Dish-- fection to Dr. B. R. Andrews, for reviewing the manu- script to Miss S. B. Vanderbilt, for her assistance from 5 6 Preface. the chemistry standpoint to Mrs. Ellen McGowan, for reviewing the work. on textiles and stains to Professor Emma H. Gunther, whose aid in compiling has made the book possible. To students, teachers and housekeepers the book is dedicated. L. RAY BALDERSTON. 1914. PREFACE TO THIRD EDITION SCARCELY any subject in lousehold arts has made greater strides in the past few years than that of laun- dering. Great changes in equipment for the laundry have been made, and dependent upon these, necessarily changes in methods must follow. Much assistance is being given the rural worker today, whether she is a housekeeper, a teacher, or a county agent. The author has some suggestions on this line of work. - L. R. B. 1918. CONTENTS PART I PAGE CHAPTER I.-Fabrics. ................................... 11 CHAPTER 11.- Methods of Cleansing ........................ 16 CHAPTER 111.-Stain Removal ............................... 23 CHAPTER 1V.-Washing Agents ............................. 38 Water ................................. 38 Soap .................................. 39 Starch .................................. 46 Bluing ................................. 52 Other Cleansers ......................... 59 CHAPTER V.-Preparation of Wash ........................ 67 . CHAPTER V1.-Process of Washing White Clothes ............ 69 CHAPTER VI1.-Table Linen and Bed Linen .................. 75 CHAPTER .VIII.-Body Linen ................................ 80 CHAPTER 1X.--Colored Clothes ........... ............ ... 90 CHAPTER X.-Woolens. .................................. 94 CHAPTER XI.--Silks. ...................................... 100 . CHAPTER XI1.-Laces ana Special Cleaning ................... 103 CHAPTER XIT1.-Fumigation and Disinfection ................. 112 CHAPTER X1V.-Dry Cleaning .............. . .................. 116 PART I1 CHAPTER XV.-Equipment ................................. 121 Domestic .............................. 121 Institutional ............................. 153 PART 111 CHAPTER XVI.--Methods .................................... 165 Teaching Suggestions .................... 177 Outline for Courses ....................... 189 BIBLIWRAPHY .............................................. 194 INDEX ..............................,....................... --This text refers to the Paperback edition.