Waterproof jackets should never be washed using ordinary detergent or fabric softener. The chemicals in detergent can break down the composition of the fibres with each wash and strip the fabric of its waterproof coating. A cleaner specifically designed for technical outerwear is recommended. Can you...
So how should you wash your waterproof jackets & gear? And if it starts to lose it’s waterproof coating, how can you waterproof a jacket or pants so that they repel rain as well as it did when it was new? To help you keep your gear in mint condition, we've curated a ...
Our step-by-step guide and video will show you how to wash a GORE-TEX jacket and how to re-waterproof your GORE-TEX jacket so you're always ready to get outdoors.
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How to wash jackets Lots of outerwear, such denim jackets, blazers, and even waterproofs can be washed in the washing machine. Just be sure to check the care label first before washing. Washing wool coats at home We don't recommend using your washing machine for washing wool coats, however...
Waterproof cycling jackets see some serious dirt. Unless your fenders cover your entire body like a cocoon, road and trail crud has a way of finding itself onto your cycling outerwear. Luckily, it's easy to clean your bike jacket. Get technical. Waterpro
Detoxifying Dry-Cleaned Clothing (+ What Not To Wash At Home)What about those garments that cannot be properly washed at home? Fabrics/clothing best left to the professionals include:Suits, women’s formal jackets and sport coats Formal wear Pleated skirts or pants Trench coats, or any type ...
You now know how to clean your GORE-TEX rain jacket. Now, some of you might be asking “How does cleaning help waterproof performance?” It all comes down to DWR (Durable Water Repellency): All waterproof breathable rain jackets come with a factory-applied coating that repels water. This ...
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Find out what makes GORE-TEX and other rainwear technologies tick. Learn exactly what water resistant, waterproof and breathable mean.