How to care for down and puffer jackets

Washing

• Close all zips and Velcro. Check the label first.
• Wash alone on a gentle cycle in cool or warm water with a down-specific detergent.
• Run an extra rinse, so no soap is left in the down.

Drying

• Tumble dry on low with two or three dryer balls or clean tennis balls.
• Take it out and shake it every 20 to 30 minutes to break up clumps.
• Dry it completely, which can take a few hours. Damp down smells and clumps.

Ironing

• Do not iron.

Storing

• Hang or store loosely. Do not keep it compressed for long periods, as it loses loft.

Mistakes to avoid

• Using fabric softener.
• Stopping the dryer while the down is still damp.
• Washing too often.

Always follow the care label on the garment. Blends, dyes and finishes can change what a piece can take, and a lower temperature is always safe. Thraed records the fabric of each piece you scan, so it is in your closet when you need it.

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