Why Are My Kids’ Shirts More Expensive Than My Laundered Shirt?

Many parents are surprised when they see that children’s shirts can cost more than an adult laundered shirt. While it may seem counterintuitive, the reason comes down to process, equipment, and labor — not size.

It’s About the Process, Not the Size

In professional laundry services, pricing is based on:

• The time required

• The equipment used

• The level of manual labor involved

Children’s shirts require a completely different process than standard men’s laundered shirts.

Why Kids’ Shirts Require More Work

They Don’t Fit Automated Pressing Machines

Men’s dress shirts are pressed using specialized machines designed for standard adult sizes.
Children’s shirts are too small and must be hand-pressed individually.

Hand pressing takes significantly more time and attention.

More Detail, More Precision

Kids’ garments often have:

• Smaller seams

• Thinner fabrics

• Narrow collars and cuffs

These details require:

• Slower pressing

• More precision

• Higher risk of damage if rushed

Extra Stain Treatment

Children’s clothing frequently includes:

• Food stains

• Paint or markers

• Grass or dirt

Removing these stains often requires:

• Pre-treatment

• Spot cleaning

• Additional inspection

Why Adult Men’s Shirts Cost Less

Men’s laundered shirts are:

• Standardized in size

• Made from durable cotton blends

• Pressed efficiently on automated equipment

This streamlined process allows us to:
-Clean in bulk
- Press faster
-Maintain consistent quality

Which keeps the price lower.

Our Commitment to Quality

At Woshbox, our pricing reflects:

• The care required for each garment

• The time our team spends on it

• The quality finish you expect

Even though kids’ shirts are smaller, they require more hands-on work — and our pricing reflects that level of care.

The Bottom Line

Smaller doesn’t mean simpler.
Kids’ shirts require more manual labor, more attention, and more time — which is why they are priced accordingly.