The temperature has started to drop, which means it’s time to get those winter coats out of the closet. You won’t be able to survive without them but cleaning your winter coats can be hard at times. This article attempts to lessen your worries. Read on and find out about all the ways to keep your favorite winter coat clean.
1) Cleaning Your Coat
It might be a great idea to clean your coat thoroughly when you take it out of the closet for winters. This can be done in two ways;
i) Try to wet-clean it if you have the option available.
ii) Dry clean it if wet-clean is not available.
2) Make Use of a Hanger
Cleaning your coat isn’t the only way to care for it. Always hang your coat when you take it off. This saves it from wrinkles and keeps it in good shape.
3) Know Your Material
Always check the material that your coat is made of. Cleaning tips are different for woolen, leather and suede coats. A woolen coat cannot be kept clean by in the same way as you would clean leather or suede.
4) Brush Your Coat
A coat brush comes in handy for coat cleaning. Buy a good coat brush and periodically clean your coat with it. A brush will remove dust from your coat and prolong its life. It also makes the coat lighter.
5) Remove The Stains
If there is a stain on your coat that won’t go away with a brush then use a damp cloth to clean it. Be careful and don’t rub your coat too hard. Don’t use a coat on wool, it’s especially bad for them. If the stain doesn’t go away after gently rubbing it, and the fabric is suede, try to clean it with a rubber. It will work on certain stains.
6) Let It Breathe
Your coat needs to breathe from time to time. Every week or so hang it out in a place with ample air. This way if your coat has absorbed extra moisture, it will go away.
7) Empty The Pockets
Hanging the coat with its pockets full will make them sag in the long run. So be sure to empty those pockets after you take it off and then hang it. This will help your coat to maintain its shape.
8) Clean Before Storing
When the season is over and it is storage time for your coat, be sure to clean it first. You can wash it yourself or get it dry cleaned. This will protect your coat and remove the small of deodorant and smoke, which moths are attracted to.
9) Use A Moth Repellant
The moth is a coat’s deadliest enemy. There are many types of moth repellants available on the market. Cedar natural moth repellant is considered to be one of the most effective.If cared for, your coat can last for two or three decades. Care for it the right way and rid yourself of the trouble of buying coats every season.