With the arrival of winter, down jackets have become a must-have item for us to resist the cold. However, after wearing down jackets for a period of time, they will inevitably be stained with dirt and even wrinkled. How to properly clean down jackets to maintain their fluffiness and warmth? The following are some practical cleaning tips.
Water temperature control
When washing down jackets, it is important to control the water temperature. It is recommended to use warm water, and keep the water temperature between 30℃ and 40℃. Too high water temperature may damage the down and affect its warmth retention performance. When washing, it is best to choose a neutral detergent and avoid using detergents containing bleaching ingredients to avoid damaging the down.
Solving the problem of down clumping
Down often clumps after washing. To solve this problem, add a few tennis balls or special down balls to the washing machine. They will constantly bump against the down during the washing process, helping it to stay fluffy. In addition, after washing, lay the down jacket flat to dry and avoid direct sunlight to prevent the down from deforming.
Use a garment steamer to remove wrinkles
Down jackets may have wrinkles after washing, which can be treated with a garment steamer. When using a garment steamer, it is recommended to wrap the steam nozzle with a towel and adjust the steam temperature to the lowest setting. Gently spray steam on the wrinkles, and the wrinkles will gradually disappear, and the down jacket will return to its original shape.
Effect after cleaning
After the down jacket is treated with a hanging iron, it not only looks brand new, but the down inside will also become fluffy again, improving the warmth retention effect. Regular cleaning and care of down jackets can not only extend their service life, but also keep you warm and fashionable in the cold winter. I hope the above cleaning tips can help you better care for your down jacket!