How to wash a synthetic jacket in a washing machine

Lightweight synthetic padding outerwear is extremely popular among people of all ages. The padding is of excellent quality, retains heat well, and is inexpensive. Many people are afraid to wash synthetic padding jackets and suits in the washing machine, fearing that they will lose their properties and original appearance. We hasten to reassure you: you can clean your clothing in the washing machine if you follow certain guidelines. Let's learn how to properly wash a synthetic padding jacket.

Preparing for washing

Before throwing an item into the washing machine drum, it's important to take certain preparatory steps to not only effectively remove any existing stains but also preserve the garment. The key rules to follow when washing items are as follows.

1. Check your jacket's label. If it states that it should not be washed in a washing machine, it's best to skip the idea and clean it by hand. If the label indicates a preferred special machine wash program, then select it. If this information is not specified, you can run the "Synthetic" mode.
2. Examine your outerwear carefully. Synthetic padding varies in quality. Jackets filled with cheap, glued-on padding are best dry cleaned instead of laundered. Items with needle-punched padding can be washed in both the washing machine and by hand.
3. Avoid pre-soaking when cleaning jackets insulated with synthetic padding. Prolonged soaking will cause the padding to clump and stain the material. Soaking will certainly damage the outerwear.
4. Use a special gel or liquid detergent for cleaning; avoid using dry mixtures. Laundry detergent granules are difficult to rinse out of the fabric, which can result in whitish stains on the jacket.

Make sure there are no foreign objects left in the gun pockets: coins, banknotes, keys, etc.

Be sure to follow these recommendations when washing synthetic padding. Remember that proper preparation is crucial to the success of the entire process.

Improving the quality of washing

Relatively recently, special balls designed to improve the quality of machine washing have appeared on the market. Many housewives ignore this innovation, and in vain. The balls, equipped with spikes, perfectly remove dirt from clothes, giving excellent results that even intensive hand washing cannot match.

When loading a synthetic jacket into the washing machine, it is recommended to place a few plastic balls in the drum. These will not only ensure better washing results, but will also prevent the filler from clumping and forming lumps.

Advantages of special washing balls:

• laundry is washed much better;
• consumption of detergent is significantly reduced;
• the risk of stains on the fabric is reduced;
• Clean clothes dry faster.

To improve the cleaning results of synthetic-lined outerwear, don't neglect special balls. Add them to the drum along with your clothes, and you'll see how much more effective the cleaning process becomes.

Tips for the washing process

Once you've determined whether your synthetic jacket can be washed in a washing machine, you can move on to the main process. Here are a few specific guidelines that, if followed, will help you maintain the quality of your garment.

1. Don't load multiple items of clothing into the drum at once; wash each jacket separately. If the filler leaks out of one item, it could damage the other. It's best to minimize such risks.
2. Please ensure that the water temperature during washing does not exceed 40°C. If the heating temperature is higher, the synthetic padding will lose some of its properties.
3. Avoid using laundry detergent; instead, use liquid laundry detergent. This will prevent streaks from forming on the fabric.
4. Don't set the spin speed above 400 rpm; it's best to turn this function off and wring the jacket out by hand. Don't wring the garment too much to remove the water; just gently squeeze it with your hands.
5. After washing, lightly squeeze the item and lay it out on a horizontal surface to dry.
6. If your jacket has decorative elements, it's best to turn it inside out before loading it into the dryer. Also, remove any fur from pockets, sleeves, and the hood, if present.
7. You can use a special cover that allows you to wash your jacket in a washing machine more carefully.
8. Synthetic fibers will not be deformed if you wash the item on a delicate cycle or run the “Hand Wash” cycle.
9. The drying program for synthetic padding items is not activated. This prevents the item from becoming deformed. The exception is nylon padding jackets, which can be tumble dried.
10. By running the “Double Rinse” program, you can ensure that the detergent is completely rinsed out of the fabric.

Remember – synthetic padding does not like to be washed in water heated to high temperatures. The filler is also very sensitive to wringing, so this process should be carried out very carefully so as not to spoil the appearance of the jacket. By remembering these rules, you can safely load bulky jackets into the washing machine.

How to dry properly?

Careful attention should be paid not only to the preparation and main washing process, but also to the subsequent drying of synthetic outerwear. When drying a jacket with this filling, follow these recommendations:

• the room in which drying will take place must be well ventilated;
• After squeezing, the hammer must be placed on a flat surface and straightened out well;
• Turn the product over every two hours to prevent the formation of a strong odor;
• Do not dry clothes on synthetic padding near a fireplace or on heating radiators - too much hot air will cause the padding to rot, emitting a terrible smell;
• Hanging the jacket upright is also prohibited—if you hang it on a hanger, the padding will inevitably fall down, causing the garment to lose its shape.

When you need to dry your outerwear as quickly as possible, you can use a fan. Spread the garment on the fan and let it run. Remember to turn the jacket over every 10-15 minutes.

There is a visible dirty spot on the jacket

Any stains on outerwear must be removed before loading the jacket into the washing machine. To deal with contamination, it is recommended to use a gentle product that does not damage the material.This will prevent the color from washing out where the stain appears. Let's look at how to deal with various types of stains:

• Regular rubbing alcohol will help remove cosmetic residue;
• lip gloss or foundation left on the collar of your jacket can be removed with toothpaste;
• 72% of blood and ingrained dirt will be washed away by laundry soap;
• Any dishwashing liquid will do an excellent job of removing grease stains – apply a few drops of the gel to the stain with a sponge.

As you understand, washing synthetic padding in a washing machine is permitted. The key is to do it correctly. Check the quality of the jacket's padding, choose the appropriate detergents, select a delicate wash cycle, and be sure to dry the item properly. This will preserve its properties and prevent damage to its original appearance.

   

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