Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Dry Cleaning & Gown Preservation Services
Since 1948, Shores Cleaners has been a family-owned pillar of quality and care in the Triad region. Our legacy began in High Point, NC, and expanded to Winston-Salem and Greensboro under the Edwards family's leadership in 1982. We specialize in meticulous garment care, wedding gown preservation, and home textile restoration, combining decades of expertise with certified professionals who treat every item as a cherished possession.Our commitment to innovation ensures we employ advanced cleaning technologies while maintaining the personalized service that defines our community reputation. With AWGS-accredited wedding gown specialists and a focus on environmental responsibility, we deliver results that exceed expectations for both everyday garments and couture pieces.
Services
Gown Care
Garment Cleaning
Home Textile Care
Couture Cleaning
Formal Wear
Leather & Suede
Tailoring & Alterations
Rug Cleaning
Comforter Cleaning
Patio Cushion Cleaning
Details
- Year established: 1948
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1948 with three Triad locations
- Certified Gown Specialists for wedding dress care
- 24/7 complimentary pickup/delivery service available
- Specialized care for couture, formal wear, and home textiles
- Eco-conscious cleaning processes with industry-leading standards
Associations and certifications
- Association of Wedding Gown Specialists (AWGS)
What people say
Excellent job
Professional service
Amazing results
Trusted family business
Meticulous care
Services
Gown Care
Our Certified Gown Specialists provide comprehensive care for wedding dresses and formal gowns. From pre-wedding cleaning to post-event preservation, we use specialized techniques to maintain fabric integrity and remove stubborn stains. Each gown receives individual attention with hand-finishing details to ensure heirloom quality preservation for future generations.
Garment Cleaning
Specializing in fine garment care for everyday wear and specialty items. Our patented Platinum Shirt Service and eco-friendly cleaning processes handle delicate fabrics, leather, and suede with equal expertise. We combine traditional methods with modern technology to maintain garment quality while ensuring stain removal and fabric longevity.
Home Textile Care
Expert cleaning and restoration of home textiles including table linens, draperies, and comforters. Our specialists tackle tough stains on fine fabrics while preserving material quality. Services extend to area rugs, patio cushions, and bedding with specialized treatments for different fiber types and construction methods.
Couture Cleaning
Precision care for high-end fashion pieces with intricate details. Our certified professionals handle delicate trims, sequins, and embroidery with specialized cleaning solutions. Each couture item undergoes individual assessment to determine optimal cleaning methods while maintaining original craftsmanship and design integrity.
Formal Wear
Comprehensive care for tuxedos, evening gowns, and cocktail attire. Our services include stain removal, fabric restoration, and minor repairs to ensure perfect presentation. We specialize in maintaining the crisp appearance of formal garments while addressing specific care requirements for different materials and embellishments.
People
Marie Tilley
Store Manager
Certified Garment Care Professional with extensive experience in textile preservation and customer service. Leads the Greensboro location with a commitment to maintaining Shores' legacy of excellence.
George Makkas
Store Manager
Winston-Salem location manager with deep expertise in garment care and business operations. Ensures consistent quality standards across all services while maintaining personalized customer interactions.
David King
Store Manager
Certified Garment Care Professional managing the High Point location. Combines technical expertise with customer-focused service to uphold Shores' reputation for exceptional textile care.
Questions
What services do you offer for wedding gowns?
We provide complete gown care including pre-wedding cleaning, post-event preservation, and alterations. Our Certified Gown Specialists use specialized techniques for stain removal and long-term preservation.
Do you handle delicate fabrics like silk and lace?
Yes, our certified professionals specialize in caring for all fabric types, including silk, lace, and other delicate materials using appropriate cleaning methods.
Are pickup and delivery services available?
We offer complimentary 24/7 pickup and delivery services for all our customers throughout the Triad area.
Can you clean heirloom textiles and vintage garments?
Yes, we specialize in restoring and preserving vintage textiles with appropriate cleaning techniques that maintain fabric integrity.
What home textile items do you clean?
We clean table linens, draperies, comforters, area rugs, patio cushions, and other home textiles using specialized cleaning processes.
Do you offer leather and suede cleaning?
Yes, our specialists handle leather and suede items with appropriate cleaning solutions to maintain material quality and appearance.
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Reviews (5)
Barbara Morgenstern
Jan 16, 2021
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Everyone is friendly. They treat your clothes as their own, and carefully review their work to make sure they have removed all stains.
Luna M.
Aug 31, 2019
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They ruined two of my dresses. One had a bow on it and it completely came off. They didnt repair it or even tell me it was damaged and I didnt find out till I brought it all the way home. Second dress has mysterious holes in it now. They are not fine at all. They did a terrible and rushed job. For $20 a dress you would think they would have put a little more care into it. Would have been better off going to foxes on Lawndale.
Sarah Braverman
Aug 28, 2018
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A little on the pricey side but generally have had good results on my clothes. I dont trust nice clothing with the $2/piece cheap cleaners so I try to do the better place.
Hava Rideout
Jun 17, 2018
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Very disappointed in the cost to have my daughter's prom dress cleaned!!! It cost more to clean it than I paid for it! $72!!!! That's insane! I will never use Shore Cleaners again! Shame on them!!!!!!!
Austin Vail
May 12, 2018
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Update 1/30/18 - Shores called my wife an offered to make things right by writing her a check. Changing my review from 1 star to 4. Would have given 5 if this had been resolved in the store the first time. Original post 1/27/18 - LIARS. They quoted my wife $300 to preserve her wedding dress. Then when she went to pick it up they charged her $400. She brought it up in the store and they said that $400 was the standard price. Then the manager called her and blamed her for the confusion. I wish I could give them 0 stars (or negative stars). Unbelievable. They could have made it right by offering
