Ripponlea Dry Cleaning & Laundry

28/05/2026

If your kids are anything like mine, you’ll know all about messy eating, wiping their hands on their shirts... and school uniforms that end up covered in grease and ketchup.

A few customers have asked about this, so we have written a short guide for you: https://ripponlealaundry.com/blog/my-children-love-ketchup-and-fried-chicken

Remove stubborn fried chicken grease and ketchup stains from school uniforms with this simple overnight soaking method using dish soap, baking soda, and vinegar.

17/05/2026

We are so proud and honoured to partner with Uchu cafe in Caulfield South, to serve local families.

Customers can now drop off their at the cafe for a Wash & Fold service - we will collect from the cafe → wash, dry, fold your laundry with care ❤️ and return them in 2 days.

Book now 👉 https://ripponlealaundry.com/uchu

15/05/2026

How do you decide on wash temperature? Possibly out of habit?

Wash temperature changes a lot more than you think. We wrote a short article explaining:
– what temperature actually does inside a wash cycle
– when hot water helps
– when cold water is the better choice
– and why commercial laundries pay close attention to it

Read here:
https://ripponlealaundry.com/blog/what-temperature-actually-does-in-a-wash-cycle

Hot water tackles oils, cold prevents stains from setting—learn why wash temperature matters for bacteria, detergent performance, and making your clothes last.

14/05/2026

Ever had a towel that feels soft and smells clean… but somehow just pushes water around instead of absorbing it?

It’s surprisingly common — and in many cases, the issue isn’t the towel itself. It’s detergent residue, fabric softener, and build-up over time.

We wrote a short article explaining:
– why towels lose absorbency
– the role detergent and softener play
– and what actually helps restore them

Read here:
https://ripponlealaundry.com/blog/towels-feel-clean-but-dont-absorb-water-properly

Your towels feel clean but won't absorb water? The problem is often detergent or fabric softener build-up, not age. Learn how to restore towel absorbency.

14/05/2026

Blood stains are one of those laundry problems that almost everyone deals with at some point — nosebleeds, scraped knees, sports injuries, shaving cuts…

The tricky part is that blood behaves very differently to most stains, and one common mistake (hot water) can actually make it much harder to remove.

We wrote a simple guide explaining:
– why blood stains are different
– what actually works
– and the mistakes that tend to make them worse

Read here:
https://ripponlealaundry.com/blog/how-to-remove-blood-stains

Blood stains aren't difficult—just unforgiving. Learn why cold water matters, which detergents work, and what mistakes to avoid when treating blood on fabric.

02/05/2026

Running a physio or massage clinic? Your towels do a lot of work behind the scenes.

Fresh, clean, and well-managed towels help keep your clinic looking professional and your clients feeling comfortable. In our latest post, we talk about why towel laundry matters for physio and massage clinics, and how the right laundry routine can save time and stress.

https://ripponlealaundry.com/blog/towels-physio-massage-clinic

Discover why towels play a critical role in physio and massage clinics—from hygiene standards to client experience—and how to maintain consistent quality.

02/05/2026

Are you using the right amount of laundry detergent?

Too much detergent can leave residue behind, while too little may not clean properly. In our latest blog, we break down how much to use for better results, fresher clothes, and less waste.

https://ripponlealaundry.com/blog/how-much-laundry-detergent-to-use

Using too much detergent can make your laundry worse. Learn the right amount, powder vs liquid differences, and how to get better results.

01/05/2026

Are your laundry habits helping your clothes — or hurting them?
We’ve put together a quick guide to the most common laundry mistakes to avoid, so you can get better results and help your clothes last longer.

https://ripponlealaundry.com/blog/laundry-mistakes-to-avoid

Discover the 7 common laundry mistakes that damage fabrics, fade colours, and shorten the life of your clothes—and how to avoid them with smarter washing habits.

26/04/2026

Don’t let greasy stains ruin your favourite clothes.

Oil and grease repel water, which is why a normal wash often isn’t enough to remove them . The trick is using the right approach - and a few simple household items can make a big difference.

Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you tackle everything from fresh spills to stubborn set-in stains.

Learn how to remove greasy, oily, and fatty stains from clothes with science-backed methods. Step-by-step guide using dish soap and heat to tackle stubborn stains.

07/12/2021

Customer Service
At Ripponlea Dry Cleaning and Laundry we proud of our reputation as being professional and consistently producing quality work. We’re looking for 2 well presented members to join our team.
Hours are Monday to Saturday with some flexibility.
Salary to be negotiated, full-time, part-time and casual.

Duties include: front counter, customer service handling enquiries (phone and in person) bilking and collating orders, cash handling and operating Point of Sale (POS) system. Additionally, assisting dry cleaning team with washing, folding and operating a fully automated shirt pressing machine.

Full training on our POS system, dry cleaning and laundry procedures will be provided.

Key responsibilities are, but not limited to:

Customer service front counter and phone for dry cleaning and laundry

POS order bookings, cash-handling and operating eftpos machine

Assist dry cleaner with automated shirt pressing duties

Assist with laundry washing, drying and folding duties

Assist with co-ordination of deliveries and pick-ups

General shop cleaning and tidying

Skills and experience:

Must have demonstrated customer service, 1 year +

High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Working knowledge of computers

Ability to multi-task and work efficiently

Able to work independently

Covid note
Our company supports the governments safe work practices and Covid-19 directives.
If there are future lockdowns, we will remain open as dry cleaning and laundry are essential services.