How to clean a coat: drape, cashmere, wool

How to clean a coat: drape, cashmere, wool, worries many. After all, a coat is a necessary and quite expensive thing, designed to be used for at least several seasons, and therefore care and cleaning are given a special place.

Caring for coats made of drape, wool, or cashmere must be done regularly. After all, this is a fabric on which dust, lint, threads, small debris, etc. happily settle. And the use of the above fabrics in outerwear is further aggravated by the fact that it is easy to catch all sorts of dirty stains on the street. Of course, it is best to trust the professionals and take the coat to the dry cleaner, but this is not always available. You can try washing your coat in the washing machine on a delicate cycle. Many people succeed in this, but the result does not always exceed expectations. After washing, the coat often looks worn, worn out and may not restore its structure after such a procedure. And oh, how I don’t want to take risks.

Cashmere coat

Cashmere is a delicate and delicate fabric. It should be worn as carefully and carefully as possible. And if cashmere is present in outerwear, then this is not an easy task.

You can refresh your cashmere coat at home using a regular soap solution, as well as a special cashmere brush, which can be easily purchased at a hardware store. This must be done extremely carefully. And if after this procedure there are creases left on the fabric, then, after hanging the product on hangers, you can place it over a bathtub with hot water so that the folds straighten out. Sticky rollers are used for dry brushing; they effectively remove stuck fur and hair.

A cashmere coat, so impressive and beautiful, can easily fall prey to a variety of stains: dirt, tea, coffee, oil stains. This cannot be avoided, so the question of how to clean a cashmere coat is quite relevant. You can try to remove the stains manually. To do this, you can go to a hardware store and choose special cleaning products there, with certain delicate ingredients that are suitable specifically for cashmere. Such stain removers contain active oxygen and do not contain chlorine. Such products are more likely to help get rid of stains. But there are also home methods, which also should not be ignored if there are already fresh “bloopers” on the cashmere coat:

Ammonia. ½ tsp. ammonia with a teaspoon of glycerin are good in combating dirt stains, as well as tea and coffee. Glycerin is necessary here as a companion - without it, ammonia will simply be absorbed by the fabric and will not fulfill its direct functions of removing stains. Gently rub the stain with this mixture, then wash off with soapy water.
Vinegar and alcohol. Their 1/1 solution is perfect for getting rid of beer stains. Rub the stain with soft gentle movements and then rinse with running water.
Salt. It effectively fights wine stains. Sprinkle the surface of the stain with salt and leave it for a while to absorb. Then carefully, without touching the fabric next to the stain, remove the salt from the stain. And the final step is to blot the removal site with a swab with soapy water.
Talc. This product is suitable for removing fresh oil stains, but only from a light cashmere coat. The greasy stain is treated with talc using the method of carefully driving it into the fabric. So the coat is left overnight, and in the morning the talc is removed from the surface with a paper towel.

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But when using any method of self-cleaning, you must be guided by two important rules. These are, firstly, the movements themselves, which should be soft, blotting, and careful. Under no circumstances should you rub desperately! And, secondly, the presence of a special brush for cashmere with textured fabric that will not damage the surface of the coat. Regular brushes will irrevocably ruin delicate cashmere.

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Drape coat

A drape coat is a good option for protection from winds and chilly autumn. Drape is a fairly stiff woolen fabric with several layers. In order for it to last for a long time, it must be cleaned several times a season. It is best, of course, to do without a washing machine - this way the coat will retain its original appearance longer. Therefore, there is only one way out in this situation - dry cleaning.

There are several options for her work:

A special microfiber brush does a good job of refreshing a drape coat. It is necessary to clean only in the direction of the pile. But, since drape is quite a tough fabric, you can clean it with a regular clothes brush.
Rye bread crumbs are also a good help for cleaning. They are scattered on the surface of the coat and then rolled into large balls. The bread “carries away” all the dust and small particles. After this, you just need to go over the coat with a brush.
A damp sponge is also a good option for express cleaning of stuck debris. You can use it to walk over the entire surface of the coat, in the direction of the pile.

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If the drape coat is quite dirty, then you can try using a soap solution using regular soap, or synthetic detergents that are intended only for cleaning wool. This solution is most often applied to heavily soiled areas or stains. Leave for a while and then remove with a clean damp cloth.

There is another problem area - the collar. It most often gets greasy and looks unkempt. To remove grease from the collar, use a solution of salt and ammonia, mixed ¼ respectively. But it’s important to first try this mixture on an inconspicuous area of the drape - what if it discolors? If not, you can safely wipe the collar with this solution.

How to prepare a coat for cleaning

Cleaning a coat is a procedure that requires a certain sequence of actions. In order for your efforts to be crowned with success, and for the item to last for more than one season, you need to properly prepare the product for home procedures.

You should take care of your coat every day before or after putting it on.

Remove all small change, papers and receipts from your pockets. Sometimes a ballpoint pen accidentally left behind can cause a lot of damage and add to the workload. And then the coat will definitely have to be dry-cleaned.
Shake out any accumulated dust from the item. This will help avoid accidental messy marks while removing stains.
Hang the product on a hanger for careful inspection. Note all flaws, damage, stains and dirty areas.
Carefully examine the lining; it may also need repairing.
Using a clothes brush, clean the item from dry dirt.
Read the care instructions on the item's tag.
Determine an inconspicuous area of fabric on which you will test the effect of the cleanser.

It makes sense to carry out “general” coat cleaning at the end of the season.

Wool coat

A wool coat will not only keep you warm in autumn and winter, but will also show good operational skills. Wool can be different, but each type has one drawback: the vagaries of care.

Small particles in the form of dust, dirt, hair, and threads often collect on a woolen coat. This happens because this material is electrified. For simple dry cleaning, a soft-bristled brush is ideal.

But a wool coat requires washing - and it's best to wash it by hand. It's not as difficult as it seems. The action algorithm is simple:

Dilute a special wool detergent, purchased in advance at the store, in warm water.
Soak the coat for 5 minutes.
Rinse the wool coat with clean cold water. Squeeze out, but very carefully. Do not twist under any circumstances!
Place the coat on a towel and wrap it in it to remove excess moisture.
Smooth out wrinkles, straighten. Leave until completely dry. While the coat is damp, the product cannot be hung on hangers, otherwise it will stretch out and lose its shape.

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How to clean woolen outerwear if there is a stain on it? In this case, try the following simple steps:

Soak a rag in warm water with a special wool product, apply the cloth to the stain, hold for several minutes so that the product is absorbed into the wool. Then rinse off the product with a clean damp cloth, then blot dry.
Dilute ammonia with detergent 1/1, blot the stain with this solution (do not rub). Then rinse off with a damp towel.
Hydrogen peroxide will help remove stains from alcoholic drinks. The algorithm is the same as the previous cases. But this should not be abused: long-term exposure of wool to such products is contraindicated; it can wear out.

Is it possible to wear wool and cashmere coats in rainy weather?

A little rain will not spoil or damage natural fabrics in any way, however, upon returning home, the item must be thoroughly dried, treated with a soft brush and carefully straightened, giving the product the correct shape. When wearing such an item, even with slight dampness and humidity, it is recommended to use a wide umbrella, being careful not to wet the fabric. In addition, it is advisable to reduce the time spent in light rain to a minimum if possible.

It is not recommended to wear these items of women's outerwear in heavy rain. Such weather is especially contraindicated for delicate and capricious cashmere products, which can easily lose their shape after being heavily wet.

Items made of wool are somewhat thicker and coarser than cashmere in terms of density and practical qualities, so a woolen item will withstand strong humidity more steadfastly. However, even in this case, it is recommended to use a product made from this material only in cases of extreme necessity.

In light rain, it is very undesirable to wear products with fur inserts that cannot be removed or unfastened. In addition, light-colored items may become stained or stained after heavy or light rain. It is usually not recommended to use products of this type in high humidity.

It is much better to wear practical models made of bolognese fabric, leather or raincoat in damp or rainy conditions.

However, if the choice is between cashmere and wool, dense wool items will withstand wet weather much better and more calmly than soft cashmere items.

General tips and tricks

When worn constantly, different outerwear tends to become worn and dirty. Outerwear should be cleaned every day, both before getting dressed and when coming home. The coat should be thoroughly cleaned at the end of each season if the product has not been needed for several months or if there are stains or a strange smell. In order not to spoil the product with a lining or if there is lace, beads, embroidery, especially difficult stains and dirt (for example, from machine oil), it is better to take the items to the dry cleaner.

In order not to harm your clothes when cleaning, you definitely need to know the material the coat is made of. The most popular and well-known materials: wool, cashmere, drape, leather, suede. For example, it is easier and simpler to give a neat look to a coat with a large synthetic content. But a coat made of natural fabrics requires special attention in care.

Before cleaning your coat, you should prepare it:

Check your pockets and remove all contents.
Shake the product well.
Hang the coat on hangers and take it to a sufficiently lit room. Carefully inspect the item for stains and dirt. Pay special attention to the pockets, collar and sleeves. Stains can be on the outer surface of the coat and on the reverse side.
Brush the coat with a clothes brush to remove debris, dirt, dust, and hair.

These places are most often polluted

Read the information on the label carefully. From it we will find out whether the coat can be washed, and what temperature is set, how the product should be dried and where, whether ironing the coat is allowed.

Detergent

In order for your coat to serve you for a long time, you need to choose the right detergent for washing outerwear. It is worth paying attention to the composition of the fabric from which the product is made; some coats cannot be washed at all. If the coat is made of fabric that can be washed, it is better to choose liquid detergents or select a detergent based on the type of fabric; now there are many compositions for washing a certain type of fabric. Do not wash coats with granular powder.

How to remove pellets

Pills spoil the appearance of any product, making even a new thing unattractive and sloppy. Getting rid of pellets is easy, just arm yourself with patience and available tools.

There is a special device for removing pellets.

The pellets are removed from long piles using a trimmer. This is a special machine for cleaning clothes that cuts off all thread growths on the product.
Using scissors it is also easy to remove unnecessary fragments. Be careful not to damage the item.
A hair comb does a great job of removing pellets. Just comb them in the direction of hair growth.
On thick wool fabrics, such as drape, they can be shaved with a disposable razor.
Tape wrapped around your hand also works well to remove clumps of fabric fiber, as well as dust, small debris, animal hair and hair.
Sometimes fine-grained sandpaper helps remove the pellets. But tread carefully. Do not stretch or tear the fabric.
If none of the methods work, it is best to take the item to the dry cleaner.

Removing the pellets will give the item a new look.

Storage

In order to protect the coat from dust and dirt, you need to store the product in a special case. The cover will also protect the delicate fabric from various harmful insects. It is important to place the coat in a cover on wide hangers to avoid deformation of the fabric. Outerwear should not be placed too tightly; items should hang freely in the closet. Before leaving an item in the closet until the next season, you need to first clean it of dirt, because during storage the stain can be absorbed into the material.