Cleaning a down feather jacket is no longer difficult. You can wash jackets at home with mild detergent, cold water and the right drying hacks. Learn the correct way to wash by hand and machine, so that the jacket remains warm and fluffy.
Tips to Wash Puffer Jacket: Down Feather Jacket is the most comfortable and fashionable winter wear in winter, but cleaning it is full of tension. The expense of dry cleaning, the fear of getting damaged and the problem of feather settling all make people shy away from washing their jackets. The good thing is that by adopting some simple hacks, you can clean a down feather jacket easily and properly at home, that too without spoiling its warmth and shape.
What to do before washing a down feather jacket?
Be sure to read the label of your jacket before washing it. If “Machine Wash Allowed” is written, then you can use the washing machine. Close zips, buttons and Velcro so that the fabric does not get damaged. Apply mild detergent on heavily soiled areas and leave for 10 minutes.
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The right way to wash a down feather jacket by hand
- Take cold or lukewarm water in a tub. Add mild liquid detergent in it, avoid powdered detergent as it can get stuck in the feathers.
- Dip the jacket in water and press gently, do not twist. After 10-15 minutes, rinse 2-3 times with clean water so that the soap is completely removed.
Safe hack for washing in washing machine
If machine washing, choose Gentle or Delicate Mode. Use cold water and put 2-3 tennis balls in the jacket. This will prevent the feathers from sticking together. Keep spin speed low.
The most important step to dry the jacket
- Never dry a down jacket by hanging it in the sun. It is better to keep it flat and dry it in air.
- Keep patting the jacket lightly from time to time so that the feathers puff up again. If using a dryer, dry on low heat and add a tennis ball.
Avoid these mistakes while washing feather jacket
- Do not use hot water
- do not wring the jacket
- Do not add fabric softener
- Do not wear or store without completely drying
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