How to machine wash a polyester winter jacket

2024 Author: James Gerald | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 14:00

Not all housewives know how to wash a winter jacket in an automatic washing machine. And some even believe that this should not be done. But this is not the case. Warm cocks are a must-have wardrobe item. You simply cannot do without them. They are quite lightweight and comfortable. Plus, they don't need to be washed frequently.

Preparation

To understand how to wash a winter jacket in a washing machine, you need to carefully study the information on its tag. Manufacturers usually indicate the recommended mode and temperature. Modern winter clothes are most often sewn from polyester. The material is durable and comfortable. In addition, it does not wrinkle during wearing and washing. This is why it has become so popular. 100% polyester is not often used.

We usually deal with combined fabrics in which cotton and elastin are present. Therefore, each item has its own recommendations for washing.

How to machine wash a winter jacket (not a down jacket)? Before the procedure, the thing must be prepared:

• When preparing, it is necessary to unfasten the hood or other parts, if possible.
• It is very important to check the pockets. All unnecessary of them must be removed. Any foreign object can damage the machine.
• Before starting washing, it is worth washing and treating heavy dirt and stains with additional agents.
• The jacket must be turned inside out, zippers and buttons must be fastened (when unbuttoned, they beat hard against the hatch of the machine and knock on the drum).
• Clothing made of padding polyester is not capricious, but experts recommend putting 4 tennis or magnetic balls in the drum in order to prevent changes in the structure of the filler.

What means to use

If you are going to process a recently purchased item for the first time, the question arises of how to wash it. It is important to choose the right detergent. The success of the event depends on its quality. Regular washing powders (dry) very often leave streaks, especially on dark clothes. Therefore, it is recommended to give preference to liquid analogs. Their choice in the store is incredibly wide.

The most popular are concentrated gels. They do an excellent job with dirt and at the same time are well washed out of the fabric. Liquid powders work actively even in cold water, which is a huge advantage since polyester does not tolerate high temperatures.

If your jacket doesn't specifically tell you what kind of powder you have, you can use gel for any type of fabric.

Washing mode

How to machine wash a winter jacket (not a down jacket).

1. The thing is rolled up and put into the drum. Do not overload the machine. A winter jacket is bulky in itself, and filled with water, it will become even larger. Therefore, she will need space in the drum.
2. The gel is poured into the container. It also makes sense to use an air conditioner to prevent the polyester from electrifying.
3. For washing, you must select the delicate mode.
4. Be sure to use the extra rinse function to remove any remaining detergent.
5. Check the temperature regime. The washing temperature should not exceed 40 degrees (unless otherwise indicated on the tag).
6. For a high-quality spinning of a winter jacket, 500 revolutions are enough. At higher speeds, the risk of deformation of the filler increases.

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Drying

Whichever way you wash your jacket (machine or by hand), it is important to dry it properly. Synthetic fibers dry very quickly, so there is no difficulty. In warmer months, the jacket should be hung on the balcony. It dries quickly even in freezing temperatures in winter. In rain and slush, the jacket can be dried in a warm room. Do not bring it too close to heaters and radiators. The jacket can be put on a hanger.

But sometimes you have to dry some things on a horizontal surface. In this case, a folding dryer or table will come in handy. To prevent the jacket from acquiring a musty smell, it must be turned over periodically.

Jackets "Columbia"

Clothes of the popular American company "Columbia" have long been deservedly popular. Especially consumers love the brand's jackets. They look decent, practical and help keep you warm in the cold. The basic principles of washing "Columbia" jackets are no different from the usual ones. But there are some peculiarities.

If you decide to wash your jacket, read the label carefully. Different types of outerwear, depending on the material and filler, have their own processing nuances.

Sometimes only dry cleaning is recommended. If machine washable, strictly follow these rules:

1. Many warm Columbia clothes are recommended by manufacturers to wash at a temperature of 30-40 degrees.
2. If we are talking about a down jacket, then you need to use a laundry bag and tennis balls.
3. Do not forget about the additional rinse mode.
4. Choose a delicate cycle for washing.
5. Pay attention to the spinning information on the label. If there are no other instructions, you can wring out the jacket at a maximum of 500 revolutions. Spinning is not recommended for some brand items.
6. Jackets "Columbia" with synthetic fillers easily restore their shape, so they are not afraid of washing and drying.

The brand's jackets with a membrane deserve special attention. They cannot be treated with conventional powders as they clog the membranes. As a result, the thing loses its original properties.

Remember that membrane things cannot:

• wring out in a typewriter;
• wash with ordinary detergents;
• give to dry cleaning;
• iron;
• treat with bleaches;
• pre-soak;
• dry for a long time near radiators.

To understand the nuances of washing polyester jackets, we suggest watching the video.