Do you ever find yourself at a loss as to how to properly clean coats and jackets? How to store the cleaning information on the label?
This is what you need to know: how to do it right clean coats and jackets. Because we usually wear several layers of clothing in winter, with coats often being the last layer, they don't get as dirty from body odors and sweat as other clothes.
Never put a jacket or coat in the washing machine, not even at the lowest temperature or the most sensitive program, if the manufacturer recommends only professional dry cleaning.
If you are unsure about how to properly clean your winter coat or jacket, or if you doubt your own skills in thoroughly removing dirt, it is better to invest in chemical cleaning.
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How to clean a parka or down jacket?
Check the label; it is often possible to wash down jackets and parkas in the washing machine. Wash one jacket at a time on a delicates program with liquid delicates detergent. If you are washing a down jacket, add a silicone or tennis ball to the drum to prevent the feathers from getting crushed during the wash.
How to clean a down jacket? Photo: PixabayHow to clean a faux fur jacket or coat?
Check the label; often faux fur coats or jackets are machine washable. Turn the coat or jacket inside out, put it in the washing machine on the wool program at 30 degrees with a mild detergent. After the coat or jacket has air dried, gently brush the faux fur with a natural brush or pet brush.
How to clean a leather jacket or coat?
Check the label, but it's usually recommended that leather pieces be dry cleaned once a year. Remove stains with a solution of rubbing alcohol and water, vinegar and water, or lemon juice and water, then use a glycerine solution to soften the material. Never immerse leather items in water.
Leather jackets. Photo: Robbie Noble/UnsplashHow to clean a wool, tweed and cashmere coat?
It is best to take a coat made of these materials to the cleaners at least once a year, but you can also take care of the maintenance yourself. After each wear, brush your woolen coat, hang it on a quality wooden hanger, empty your pockets, don't wrinkle it, and don't stuff it into a tight closet. Remove minor stains with a damp cloth without aggressive scrubbing to avoid damaging the material.
Coats. Photo: Anastasia Leonova / UnsplashTips to help you maintain a beautiful coat
1. Ventilate: Air out your coat when you wear it, especially wool coats that have become damp.
2. Hang it: Don't stuff the coat in the closet, give it some space and hang it in a cool environment, which will help kill bacteria and prevent musty odors.
3. Use steam: Steam cleaning is a good method between cleanings and for refreshing the material.
