Professional Costume Cleaning for Dance Schools & Studios

Expert care for dance costumes

Costume Care provides professional cleaning and refreshing for dance schools across the UK. Before your performances and before storage – specialist care that keeps your dance costumes fresh, clean, and ready for the next show.

Before the show

Dance costumes spend most of the year in storage – gathering dust, odours, and stale air. Before your performance, your dancers deserve fresh, clean costumes that look and feel as good as they perform.

Our specialist dance costume refreshing removes storage odours, dust, and stale air – so your costumes are fresh and ready for the stage.

After the performance

After a performance, dance costumes are worn out – absorbing sweat, stage makeup, and performance grime. Putting them back in storage dirty means mildew, staining, and deterioration.

Our professional cleaning removes sweat, makeup, and performance stains – so your costumes go back into storage clean, fresh, and protected for next season.

Proper care that extends costume lifespan.

Batch processing for dance schools

Dance schools often have large costume collections – multiple productions, different styles, full costume runs. Managing this in-house is time-consuming and risky.

We handle professional batch processing of dance costumes using specialist equipment and textile-safe processes designed for performance wear. Your entire costume collection gets expert care.

Professional care scaled for your needs.

Why Choose Costume Care for Your Dance School?

Built from dance industry expertise

Costume Care evolved from professional dance costume hire – giving us unmatched expertise in how dance costumes wear, how they're stored, and how to clean them properly. We understand dance costumes in a way that generic laundries don't.

We work with dance schools, studios, and performance groups across the UK – understanding your specific needs for costume care before and after performances.

Fresh costumes before performances

Pulling costumes out of storage only days before a show leaves them smelling stale and looking dusty. Professional refreshing removes storage odours and dust – so your dancers feel confident wearing fresh, clean costumes on stage.

Clean storage prevents damage

Storing dance costumes dirty – covered in sweat, makeup, and stage grime – leads to mildew, staining, and fabric deterioration. Professional cleaning before storage protects your investment and keeps costumes in performance-ready condition.

Professional batch processing you can rely on

Managing large costume collections in-house is costly and time-consuming. Our specialist facilities handle batch processing of dance school costumes professionally – removing sweat and makeup, protecting delicate fabrics and embellishments, and keeping everything organised.

Extend the lifespan of your costumes

Dance costumes represent significant investment for schools. Professional care before and after performances – removing sweat, makeup, and performance grime – protects fabrics, prevents deterioration, and keeps costumes in top condition across multiple seasons.

Quick Refresh

A gentle freshen-up for costumes before storage or between performances.

£2.75/item
  • Costume-Safe batch clean and dry
  • No spotting or pre-treatment
  • Minimum of 20 items
  • Reduced rates for 50+ items
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Centre Stage

Our most popular option for performance groups.

£6.95/item
  • Costume-Safe dedicated clean and dry
  • Basic inspection and pre-spotting
  • Minimum of 20 items
  • Volume pricing for larger bookings
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Encore

Professional cleaning for theatre, touring, film and broadcast.

£9.95/item
  • Costume-Safe dedicated clean and dry
  • Full inspection and targeted spot treatments
  • Priority scheduling for production clients
  • Minimum of 10 items
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dance Costume Cleaning

Should dance costumes be cleaned before storage?

Yes. Storing dance costumes dirty – covered in sweat, makeup, and performance grime – leads to mildew, staining, and fabric deterioration. Professional cleaning removes sweat and makeup before storage, protecting your costumes and extending their lifespan. Your costumes go into storage clean and fresh.

Can you refresh dance costumes before performances?

Yes. Dance costumes stored for months absorb dust and odours. Professional refreshing removes storage odours and dust – so your dancers perform in fresh, clean costumes. Get in touch with your performance dates and we'll schedule cleaning to suit your timeline.

Can you handle large batches of dance costumes?

Yes. We regularly process large costume batches for dance schools – multiple productions, full costume runs, different styles. Our specialist facilities and professional processes are designed to handle volume without compromising quality.

Do you remove stage makeup and sweat from dance costumes?

Yes. Our specialist dance costume cleaning includes pre-spotting and targeted stain treatment for stage makeup, sweat marks, and performance-related soiling. We work with you to assess each costume and advise on the best cleaning approach.

What types of dance costume fabrics can you clean?

We specialise in cleaning all types of dance costumes: performance wear, stretch fabrics, sequined and embellished garments, tutus, pointe-wear, contemporary dance costumes, and more. Our specialist wet cleaning protects delicate fabrics while removing soiling and odours.

How do I arrange costume cleaning for my dance school?

Simply get in touch with details about your costume collection – the volume, fabrics, performance dates or storage timeline – and we'll discuss the best approach for your dance school. We'll provide a quote and flexible scheduling to suit your needs.

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