What powder can and should be washed a down jacket in an automatic washing machine: TOP-5 effective means

Synthetic, natural and membrane items, as well as colored and black linen are different groups of fabrics that require separate detergents.

If you use the same powder to treat different types of clothing, then you can provoke a rapid deterioration in its quality. It is especially dangerous to use conventional detergents for washing things such as down jackets.

Let's figure out what kind of powder wash down jacket in the washing machine so as not to spoil the product.

Which ones are not suitable for washing?

Granular powder for washing, no matter how high quality, is not suitable for down products, as it causes the following changes:

• even after several rinses, streaks and stains remain on the top layer;
• leads to the fact that the filler beats into lumps;
• heavy fluff settles down the cells, it becomes difficult to knock it out of there;
• the down jacket loses its shape after 2-3 washes, "gaps" appear without fluff, as a result of which the product does not protect well from the cold;
• after several washes, the clothes become faded, the outer color changes.

Colored down jackets must not be washed with products containing bleaching agents... Also included in the powder are agents that can destroy the natural fat layer of feathers.

Not only granular powders, but also concentrated gels or multifunctional capsules are also undesirable for washing down jackets.

How to choose the right one?

Before buying a product, it is important to make sure that it is suitable for washing down jackets with natural filling. Look for the corresponding inscription on the label.

You also need to select the composition, guided by the following rules:

• take into account the color of the product, not all powders and gels are used for washing dark fabrics;
• the best detergent for washing down jackets - only in liquid form, it can be a gel, concentrated liquid powder or capsule, but it is best to use the first two types;
• the product must be machine washable;
• the packaging must indicate the processing temperature of the products.

An effective, reliable product for down jackets gives the following result: things retain their shape, they smell good, there is no smell of chicken feathers, dirt is removed efficiently, no divorces after 2 rinses.

The best are in liquid form!

It is necessary to make a rating of popular and effective means for washing down jackets, based on parameters such as:

• affordable cost,
• the possibility of shopping in stores,
• simple order through company representatives,
• availability of positive reviews.

Faberlic Concentrated Gel for Special Fabrics

Faberlic Laundry Gel is sold in a bottle with a dispensing cap, total volume is 500 ml... It is suitable for washing all down jackets, including those with membrane tissues and natural feathers in the composition.

Its features:

• prevents shrinkage and deformation;
• protects breathable and impregnated fabrics, membranes from wear;
• prevents color washout;
• protects against the appearance of stains;
• suitable for use in water at a temperature of 30 degrees.

To wash 1 down jacket, you will need up to 30 ml of the product. The composition is free of chlorine and phosphates.

You can use the concentrate for hand and machine wash. The gel is produced in Moscow. The cost of one package is from 450 rubles.

Amway SA8 Delicate mild action

Delicate gel SA8 Delicate from a famous American brand is used for washing:

• woolen,
• synthetic,
• natural fabrics.

Also suitable for removing dirt from down jackets. Effectively removes greasy stains and other dirt. Used for hand and machine wash, including at temperatures up to 30 degrees.

The composition does not contain aggressive componentsaffecting natural down and feathers.

Like any quality product for down jackets, differs in the following properties:

• retains the color of fabrics;
• does not violate the structure of down and feathers;
• gives softness;
• washes more effectively than many other products.

Machine wash requires 25-30 ml SA8 Delicate for 1 down jacket. Always use the cap provided in the kit so as not to add too much product, otherwise streaks will remain.

The average cost of the drug is 1145 rubleshowever, it can be slightly less or more in different cities.

Ariel concentrate for colored items

Ariel Gel Laundry Detergent is a gentle concentrate that can be used on colored down jackets. Its also used if you need to remove old or stubborn stains.

It is advisable to use this product only with down jackets, which do not contain natural feathers and down.

If the clothes are heavily soiled, the Ariel can be placed directly inside the drum of the machine by filling the cap.

The improved form of the gel keeps the color of the fabrics in perfect condition, does not harm the structure of the fluff and is completely rinsed out if you follow the instructions:

1. Includes "Delicate wash".
2. Set the double rinse mode.

Ariel concentrate cost starts from 400 rubles... The concentrate is produced in Russia.

Frosch with Aloe Vera

The German laundry detergent has recently hit store shelves, but has received well-deserved positive reviews. This concentrate is suitable for washing delicate fabrics, including down jackets in bright and dark colors.

It is spent not as economically as other "representatives" of the ratingbut gives good results. After washing, no streaks remain on the down jackets - the gel rinses well, gives a delicate, unobtrusive aroma.

The product is produced in Germany, its cost is 700-800 rubles for 2 liters of packaging... There are economical soft packs.

Tide Color Gel

Universal gel is used for hand and machine wash. It is also suitable for processing down jackets. It is better to use the product only with colored fabrics; dark down jackets should not be processed with them.

It is economically consumed - for 1 wash, up to 80 ml of the substance is required, which can be added conveniently with a measuring cap.

The cost of the gel starts from 250 rubles per package of 1 liter... Despite the fact that the brand belongs to an American company, it is produced under license in Russia.

Conclusion

The best detergent for washing down jackets is a concentrated gel. You need to choose it based on the color of your clothes.

Gels Faberlic, Amway SA8 Delicate, Frosch are used for washing colored and dark garments with natural filling. It is better not to use gels "Ariel" and "Tide" for washing such things - they better remove dirt and retain the structure of down jackets with padding polyester and other artificial fillers.

Do not wash down jackets with granular powders - the risk that stains will remain and clothes will lose their shape is too high.