LEVI’S · YOUR SHOP

Pressing & finishing

Quick tipsFoundation6 min learning time

Training content

Prepare a finishing plan based on fabric, care instructions and approved pressing guidance.

The finished result

The garment is cleanly finished without shine, impressions, stretching or distortion.

Applicable brand specifications

Brand specification required

No official Levi’s specification has been supplied for this lesson. Confirm exact measurements, tolerances, approved techniques and finishing requirements in the garment’s recorded instructions or with the store before proceeding.

Tools and materials

Care label and fabric guidance
Approved pressing equipment
Suitable protective pressing cloth

Before you begin

Read the care label and check fabric composition.
Identify heat-sensitive trims, pile and delicate surfaces.
Obtain approved temperature, moisture and pressure guidance.

Method

Review the fabric
Check the label and confirmed fabric-specific instructions.
Brand specification required. Do not infer a pressing temperature from appearance alone.
Prepare the finish
Use the approved equipment and protection for the garment.
If testing is authorized, follow the approved test procedure on a suitable concealed area.
Inspect the surface
Check the cooled garment in good light.
Look for shine, seam impressions, puckering and changes in shape.

Common issues and when to ask for help

Care label and proposed method conflict.
Shine, color change or distortion appears; stop and seek guidance.

Final quality checklist

Fabric-specific instructions were followed.
No shine or unwanted impressions.
Garment retains its shape.
Loose threads and temporary markings are removed appropriately.

Put it into practice

Can you choose a pressing temperature from the garment’s appearance alone?