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[Kevin24]

If anyone does I'm guessing these guys do. They also pick up and deliver in Arlington.

Home - Parkway Custom Dry Cleaning

or over 95 years, Parkway Custom Drycleaning has been the preferred eco-friendly, high quality dry cleaner for Washington DC, Virginia and Maryland’s most discriminating clientele and finest retailers.

www.parkwaydrycleaning.com

Thanks, Smitty!

 

[bobbers]

If anyone does I'm guessing these guys do. They also pick up and deliver in Arlington.

Home - Parkway Custom Dry Cleaning

or over 95 years, Parkway Custom Drycleaning has been the preferred eco-friendly, high quality dry cleaner for Washington DC, Virginia and Maryland’s most discriminating clientele and finest retailers.

www.parkwaydrycleaning.com

Speaking of Parkway, they have a promo going on right now. I was notified by email and regular mail about the offer below.

However, I'm ready to find someone else due to the cost. Last month, it was a little over $80 to dryclean an overcoat. Are there any recommendations on the second best dry cleaner in the area that is in or serves Arlington?

 

[bicycleradical]

Any recommendations for furniture restoration? I have a solid wood table that needs to be stripped and stained.

I know this dude personally however I haven't had him do any work for me yet.

Termini Furniture Service - Home Page

Furniture Repair, Refinishing & Restoration

terminifurniturerepair.com

Phil has many years of experience.

 

[jonathanS]

Speaking of Parkway, they have a promo going on right now. I was notified by email and regular mail about the offer below.

However, I'm ready to find someone else due to the cost. Last month, it was a little over $80 to dryclean an overcoat. Are there any recommendations on the second best dry cleaner in the area that is in or serves Arlington?


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How much is parkway to clean a pair of trousers these days? I don’t like them, simply because of no pricing transparency. What got me was when I sent in a kiton jacket to get cleaned & they charged me over 100, yet for a zegna they charged 50. When I asked what the difference was that they did, they said there was no difference. I just avoid dry cleaning if I can now.

 

[smittycl]

How much is parkway to clean a pair of trousers these days? I don’t like them, simply because of no pricing transparency. What got me was when I sent in a kiton jacket to get cleaned & they charged me over 100, yet for a zegna they charged 50. When I asked what the difference was that they did, they said there was no difference. I just avoid dry cleaning if I can now.

I’ve used them for specialty stuff liking getting out musty odors or serious stains. Have lots of Kiton, Isaia, Oxxford and such and have no issues with regular dry cleaners.

I only send them in sparingly if at all.

 

[jonathanS]

I’ve used them for specialty stuff liking getting out musty odors or serious stains. Have lots of Kiton, Isaia, Oxxford and such and have no issues with regular dry cleaners.

I only send them in sparingly if at all.

my issue was their lack of price transparency (Parkways). The price discrimination based off the brand was off putting to me. The issue isn’t with their quality or even service. And thus practice may have changed in the past few years because I haven’t used them in years

do you use parkway or regular dry cleaners? its Unclear from the way you worded it.

 

[lordsuperb]

my issue was their lack of price transparency (Parkways). The price discrimination based off the brand was off putting to me. The issue isn’t with their quality or even service. And thus practice may have changed in the past few years because I haven’t used them in years

do you use parkway or regular dry cleaners? its Unclear from the way you worded it.

Oh interesting, I do get charged less for my bespoke stuff that doesn’t have tags. I never picked up on the price differential stuff for different brands until you mentioned it.

 

[jonathanS]

Oh interesting, I do get charged less for my bespoke stuff that doesn’t have tags. I never picked up on the price differential stuff for different brands until you mentioned it.

yes, I didn’t notice it either for years, then the Jacket came back close to or 3 figures to clean. and I went to investigate. i even tried bringing it into their shop hoping they’d give me a better price (no delivery). But alas, no dice on that one either.


I always did wonder what they’d do if I sent bespoke stuff, but didn’t want to risk it. I have 2 pairs of cotton stoffa trousers that needs cleaning. I’m thinking I’ll do an experiment though Comparing parkway to a local ordinary dry cleaner. Perhaps I should take photos and post it.

 

[smittycl]

my issue was their lack of price transparency (Parkways). The price discrimination based off the brand was off putting to me. The issue isn’t with their quality or even service. And thus practice may have changed in the past few years because I haven’t used them in years

do you use parkway or regular dry cleaners? its Unclear from the way you worded it.

No, just for special cases. I use a local place in Arlington for normal cleaning.

 

[Kevin24]

No, just for special cases. I use a local place in Arlington for normal cleaning.

Same,

I use the Sun Deli Market in Courthouse.

The owners are friendly and the prices are reasonable, but it's an old-school Korean place that only takes cash.

 

[smittycl]

Same,

I use the Sun Deli Market in Courthouse.

The owners are friendly and the prices are reasonable, but it's an old-school Korean place that only takes cash.

I use Dryy Drop as they pick up and deliver to lockers in our building. Have also used Gallery Cleaners in Courthouse and both my wife and use Millie's (Langston Blvd. and Glebe Road) for alterations and cleaning sometimes. She does really good alterations work for casual clothes for me. Tailoring goes to Geoffrey Lewis in DC.

 

[smittycl]

Broke out an unlined Canali summer suit yesterday and back in flannel today as cooler weather approaches.

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[smittycl]

Have always wanted a green glen plaid sport coat. Hard to find one without annoying overplaid grid. What do you guys think of this? My fabric mojo is weak, is 400/430G, 14/15OZ weight too heavy?

Ledger Green Glen Check

Ledger Green Glen Check WEIGHT: 400/430g, 14/15oz The Ledger Green Glen Check is set in shades of olive, dark sage, and forest green. A tonal glen check woven in 100% lambswool, making this Fox cloth the perfect choice for a double-breasted suit.Due to their seemingly being lots of green and...

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[WoolyLamb]

Broke out an unlined Canali summer suit yesterday and back in flannel today as cooler weather approaches.

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If I had been in the office I would have gone something more springy for sure. This is a frustrating time because you have one foot in each season still. Most of my spring/summer odd coats and linen suits tops are at the tailors until next week.

Have always wanted a green glen plaid sport coat. Hard to find one without annoying overplaid grid. What do you guys think of this? My fabric mojo is weak, is 400/430G, 14/15OZ weight too heavy?

Ledger Green Glen Check

Ledger Green Glen Check WEIGHT: 400/430g, 14/15oz The Ledger Green Glen Check is set in shades of olive, dark sage, and forest green. A tonal glen check woven in 100% lambswool, making this Fox cloth the perfect choice for a double-breasted suit.Due to their seemingly being lots of green and...

www.themerchantfox.co.uk

I have something similar but with a faint red burgundy overcheck. I love mine. Ill get you a picture later. I use it for fall/winter/spring mostly. What seasons and temperatures are you looking to use yours in? That seems fairly heavy.

 

[smittycl]

If I had been in the office I would have gone something more springy for sure. This is a frustrating time because you have one foot in each season still. Most of my spring/summer odd coats and linen suits tops are at the tailors until next week.

I have something similar but with a faint red burgundy overcheck. I love mine. Ill get you a picture later. I use it for fall/winter/spring mostly. What seasons and temperatures are you looking to use yours in? That seems fairly heavy.

Definitely for cooler weather. Fall-early Spring.