Tips and tricks on how to wash a holofiber jacket in a washing machine and by hand

Thanks to its excellent heat-saving properties, softness and lightness, holofiber is used to fill outerwear - down jackets, jackets, coats.

Products made with this synthetic material are in great demand among buyers today.

But what happens to it after washing? Do things lose their original appearance after contact with water and detergents, and how to wash them correctly?

How to wash a jacket correctly on holofiber in the washing machine? We will answer these questions in this article.

Washing a down jacket with this filling in an automatic washing machine

Outerwear with holofiber is comfortable to wear and has an attractive appearance.

So that your favorite thing does not lose its original qualities, you need to know what rules exist for caring for outerwear with this synthetic filler.

The advantage of holofiber lies not only in its heat-saving qualities and softness, but also in its unpretentiousness.

Therefore, jackets filled with such material can be safely washed in a washing machine. The main thing is to choose the right washing mode and temperature.

1. Pour warm water into a large basin and dissolve in it washing powder with a special liquid gel for washing delicate items.
2. Immerse the jacket in the solution for at least 20-30 minutes.
3. Then take a soft brush and treat sleeves, collars, pockets and other heavily soiled areas. If necessary, you can additionally rub these places with laundry soap.
4. Now you should wring out the jacket and place it in the drum.
5. Next, you will need to set the delicate mode, select the “double rinse” option and the enhanced spin mode.
6. After removing the jacket from the drum, shake it gently to straighten the holofiber inside.

To prevent the filling from rolling off into the washing machine along with the jacket it is recommended to download special polyvinyl chloride balls. If you don't have them, you can put a few regular tennis balls in the drum.

As for the temperature regime, holofiber can withstand temperatures up to 90 degrees. Despite this, there is no need to rush to set a high temperature, since the material from which the jacket itself is made may have certain care restrictions.

Thus, some materials are afraid of too high temperatures, others cannot tolerate intense spinning. Therefore, before washing First of all, you need to carefully study the information on the label regarding washing and drying requirements.

The most common materials used when sewing jackets and down jackets are:

• polyester,
• raincoat fabric,
• bolognese,
• membrane tissues.

Polyester

Products made from polyester, quite unpretentious, are not prone to color fading and loss of shine. They dry quickly and are stain resistant.But it must be taken into account that the washing temperature of such material should not exceed 40 C.

Raincoat

Outerwear made from raincoat fabric has good breathability and does not allow moisture to pass through.

It retains heat perfectly, does not lose color and is not prone to deformation. The temperature for washing clothes made from raincoat fabric should be 40-45 C.

It is not recommended to use intensive spinning, as this can lead to the formation of creases, which are very difficult to get rid of. It is also prohibited to use bleaches and other aggressive substances.

Bologna

Bologna is highly sensitive to any external influences, so jackets made from this fabric cannot be machine washed.

After washing, the product should be lightly wrung out by hand and hung over the bathtubso that all the water drains away. It is recommended to dry bologna jackets in a straightened form, using a trempel.

Membrane fabric

Membrane jackets do not allow water to pass through, and at the same time breathe well, allowing steam to escape outside.

The outer side of the fabric is treated with water-repellent impregnations based on silicone or Teflon.

The main task when washing such products is prevent damage to water-repellent impregnation.

To do this, you need to wash on a delicate cycle at temperatures up to 40? C. Spin and dry modes are not allowed.

It is recommended to use only liquid washing powders, since abrasive agents can clog the pores of the membranes.

How to wash by hand?

In progress hand wash The most important thing is to rinse the holofiber detergent well. This is necessary to prevent the formation of soap stains on the fabric after it dries.

The washing process is performed in the following order:

1. Fill the bath with warm water (approximately 30-35? C).
2. Dissolve washing powder in water. The more dirty the item is, the more powder you will need.

   Manufacturers of washing powders always indicate on the packaging how much detergent needs to be added to a certain amount of water.

3. Then you should immerse the jacket in a bath of soapy water until it is completely saturated with water.
4. After 20-30 minutes you can start washing the product. This can be done with a brush or regular sponge.
5. Next, you need to rinse the jacket at least 2-3 times in clean water, gently wring it out with your hands and shake it lightly.

When washing clothes made of membrane fabric, you should use a powder specifically designed for such fabrics. It is recommended to wash items made from raincoat fabric, bologna and polyester with delicate washing powder. In this case, it is advisable to use the drug in the form of a gel.

However, you should first read the information on the tag and make sure that this product can be cleaned with a stain remover. Otherwise, it is better to use a dry cleaning service to remove the stain..

Proper drying and ironing

A washed and wrung item can be hang to dry on a trempel, or in the usual way, on a clothesline.

It is strictly prohibited to use a radiator or electric radiator for drying., as this may damage the clothing.

It is better to dry down jackets and jackets made of membrane fabric by laying them out on a special clothes dryer - this will prevent deformation of the product.

The room in which the item is dried must be well ventilated. Otherwise, it may acquire an unpleasant odor, which will require repeated washing to eliminate.

What to do if the filler has lost its shape?

Despite excellent wear resistance and good performance properties, over time, after repeated washings, holofiber can still cake and deform.

You can return your favorite clothes to their former attractive appearance using several methods:

1. Wash the item in the washing machine, loading at least 6-10 tennis balls into the drum.

   As the drum rotates, they will beat the filler well and make it more voluminous.

   Please note that this method is not suitable for very large jackets with a thick layer of insulation.

2. Using nail scissors or a special sewing tool, carefully rip the seams, separating the lining from the top of the down jacket.

   Then remove the insulation and brush it with a pet brush. If you don’t have such a brush, you can fluff up the holofiber with your hands.

   Afterwards you will need to put it back and sew up the ripped seams using a sewing machine.

3. If, after removing the filler, it turns out that it has completely lost its shape and cannot be restored, you can purchase a new holofiber at a craft store. The procedure for replacing insulation can also be performed by experienced craftsmen in any sewing studio.

conclusions

Hollofiber is a fairly durable and unpretentious material, which allows you to easily wash jackets with such insulation, both in washing machines and by hand.

The only thing you should pay attention to before washing is the fabric from which the top of the down jacket is made. or jackets. The choice of washing mode, detergent and drying method completely depends on the type of fabric.