On this page
1. Sorted and checked on arrival2. Stains are pre-treated, not just washed3. Cleaned by what the label allows4. Finished by handTurnaround and price Questions
Laundry, at Swabi
From AED 10 a shirt
washed and pressed, plus 5% VAT
Book a pickup
Guides › Garment Care

How We Handle Delicate Fabrics and Stubborn Stains

Updated 6 October 2026. Written by the people who do it, at our own processing facility. 2 min read.

Delicate garments are where a laundry earns trust. Here is exactly what happens to a silk dress, a beaded abaya or a stained suit after we collect it, at our own facilities in International City and Sharjah.

1. Sorted and checked on arrival

Every order is opened and sorted at the facility. Delicates are separated from everyday laundry, and each piece is checked for its care label, loose beads, sequins, weak seams and existing stains before anything is cleaned.

If something looks fragile or the label is missing, we message you on WhatsApp before cleaning it, rather than guessing.

2. Stains are pre-treated, not just washed

Stains are treated before the main clean, using a method suited to the fabric and the type of stain, so the wash or dry clean does not set them.

If a stain is still visible after the first pass, we tell you and can treat it again with your OK. We do not promise every stain will go: old or set-in stains sometimes cannot be fully removed, and we say so before trying again.

3. Cleaned by what the label allows

Garments marked dry clean only are dry cleaned. Washable delicates are washed on gentle cycles with eco-friendly cleaning chemicals in high-standard commercial machines.

4. Finished by hand

Embroidered and beaded abayas, suits and formal wear are pressed and finished by hand, then checked again before packing so nothing goes back creased or damaged.

Turnaround and price

Standard turnaround is 48 hours. Dry cleaning starts from AED 10 an item, abayas and kanduras are AED 15, and a two-piece suit is AED 35. Pickup and delivery are free across our 51 Dubai areas on orders of AED 30 or more, with an AED 5 fee below that. Prices exclude 5 percent VAT.

Book a pickup on WhatsApp at +971 58 992 0080.

4.7
Google rating
200+
Verified reviews
Since 2017
Our own processing facility
Women-owned
Dubai business

How It Works

Book via swabilaundry.ae or WhatsApp +971 58 992 0080. Free pickup and delivery on orders of AED 30 or more; under AED 30 an AED 5 delivery fee applies, plus VAT. Standard turnaround is 48 hours; curtains and carpets take 4 to 6 days, shoes 96 hours, complex alterations 3 to 5 days. WhatsApp tracking throughout.

Pricing

Wash and iron from AED 10 a shirt. Every price excludes 5% VAT, added on the invoice (TRN 104927897900003). Free pickup and delivery on orders of AED 30 or more; under AED 30 an AED 5 delivery fee applies, plus VAT. Every price.

Coverage

We pick up and deliver across 51 Dubai areas; Sharjah is coming soon. That runs from Dubai Marina and JVC to JLT and Business Bay. Open 10 AM to 10 PM, 7 days a week; pickups from 10:00.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you clean delicate fabrics like silk, chiffon and beaded abayas?

Yes. Delicates are sorted from everyday laundry on arrival, checked for care labels and loose beads or sequins, and cleaned by the method the label allows. Embroidered and beaded abayas are finished by hand.

What happens if a stain does not come out the first time?

If a stain is still visible after the first pass, we tell you and can treat it again with your OK. Some stains, especially old or set-in ones, cannot be fully removed, and we say so before trying again.

How long does dry cleaning of delicate items take?

Standard turnaround is 48 hours. A 24-hour rush is available for 25 percent extra on most garments; it does not apply to curtains, carpets or shoes.

How much does it cost?

Dry cleaning starts from AED 10 an item, abayas and kanduras are AED 15, and a two-piece suit is AED 35. Pickup and delivery are free on orders of AED 30 or more. Prices exclude 5 percent VAT.

Related Services

You Might Also Like

Need Professional Laundry Service?

Free pickup and delivery on orders of AED 30 or more; under AED 30 an AED 5 delivery fee applies, plus VAT. Standard turnaround is 48 hours.

Explore Our Core Services

Discover our core services for consistently fresh, spotless clothes with every wash and delivery. Free pickup and delivery on orders of AED 30 or more; under AED 30 an AED 5 delivery fee applies, plus VAT.

Skip the Laundry, Keep the Freshness!

Swabi's pick up and drop off laundry service takes the entire chore off your plate, from collection at your door to delivery back to your home, clean, fresh, and perfectly finished. As Dubai's premium laundry service, we handle everything your wardrobe demands: everyday washing, professional ironing, specialist dry cleaning, and delicate fabric care, all under one roof and delivered to your door on your schedule.

1
Schedule a pick-up
Book easily on WhatsApp
2
Free Pick-Up
We collect, clean and restore your items
3
Fresh & Fast Delivery
Free delivery from AED 30
20%Discount

20% off your first order

20% off your first order of AED 100 or more; say it is your first order when you book. See the small print.

Book Now
Price calculator