Your LED dance suit combines fabric with delicate electronics — LED strips and a controller. These are the most expensive parts of the costume, so cleaning has to be done with care. This guide covers the safest way to clean your suit, when dry cleaning is an option, and what our own team does before washing.
Recommended Cleaning Method
The best and safest way to clean your LED dance suit is to hand wash it in cold water with a mild detergent.
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Use cold water only. Hot water can damage both the fabric and the electronics.
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Use a gentle, mild detergent. Avoid harsh chemicals or bleach.
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Air dry only. Never put the suit in a tumble dryer.
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Never machine wash. The agitation can damage the LED strips, wiring, and connectors.
Dry Cleaning
Dry cleaning is possible, but there is one important rule:
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Always tell your cleaner it is an electronic LED costume before they begin.
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Discuss the cleaning options with your cleaner first so they can handle the electronic components appropriately.
If your cleaner is not comfortable working with an electronic garment, fall back to the hand wash method above.
Our Standard Practice
Before washing the fabric, our team normally removes the controller and the LED strips first, then cleans the fabric on its own.
The LEDs and controller are the most expensive parts of the suit. We strongly recommend avoiding any cleaning method that might damage them — when in doubt, separate the electronics from the fabric before cleaning.
Important
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Air dry only — never machine wash or tumble dry.
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Always tell your cleaner it is an electronic LED costume before any dry cleaning.
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Please discuss dry cleaning options with your cleaner before dropping the suit off.
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Any damage caused by cleaning is not covered by the LDP warranty.
Pro Tips from the LDP Team:
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Do a small spot test with your detergent before washing the whole garment.
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Make sure the suit is completely dry before reconnecting the controller and LED strips.
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Store the suit flat or on a padded hanger to avoid creasing or stressing the LED strips.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I machine wash my LED dance suit?
No. Never machine wash or tumble dry an LED dance suit. The best method is to hand wash it in cold water with a mild detergent and air dry it.
Can an LED dance costume be dry cleaned?
Yes, dry cleaning is possible, but you must tell your cleaner that it is an electronic LED costume and discuss the cleaning options with them beforehand.
Does the LDP warranty cover cleaning damage?
No. Any damage caused by cleaning is not covered by the LDP warranty, so please follow these care instructions carefully.
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