better than that, I should have lots of swatches, sources, charts for water temp soap and drying temp related to the percent change in size. Swatches for the real change in color. ( for summit 2005 ) Sometimes it makes little difference, sometimes, you have a big nasty surprise. I am washing tussah this week, my favorite colored fabric. Most colors don't hold up after repeated washes, tussah is excellent. Wish I had inexpensive source. Anyone ?