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To extend the life of any item, you should follow the rules for caring for it. The membrane jacket can be washed only according to detailed instructions, which will help to properly clean the fabric without damaging its structure.
Features of washing a jacket with a membrane
To understand how to properly wash a thing from a membrane fabric, you need to familiarize yourself with the features of the material. These clothes are considered unique.
The texture of the material has a soft inner and outer layer covered with a hydrophobic impregnation. The unique properties are given by the middle part - the membrane. It resembles an ordinary grid with microscopic cells. The product does not allow moisture to penetrate inside, does not allow air to pass through and is very light in itself.
How to properly wash membrane jackets:
- it is forbidden to put in hot water, the material will lose its properties;
- the frequency of washing should not exceed 1-2 per season of wearing (before hanging in the closet until next fall, you can simply wipe it with a damp cloth);
- can not be soaked;
- do not wash several things in an automatic machine at once;
- fasten zippers and fasteners before washing;
- rinse thoroughly so that no powder particles remain on the jacket.
Remove dirt before washing. It is forbidden to use a vacuum cleaner brush or any other with medium to hard fibers.
Membrane jackets sometimes need to be impregnated. For this, special aerosols and liquids are used. Only a clean product can be impregnated. If you need to wash it 2 times a year, it means that you also spray it with an aerosol 2 times.
How to wash a jacket with a membrane
The right cleaning agent will help to maintain the breathable structure. Washing with ordinary powder is not recommended. The capsules forget the micropores of the tissue, because of which it will not be able to remove sweat out.
You need to wash with liquid detergents. The following detergents are suitable for washing membrane jackets:
- Nikwax Tech Wash;
It is a bacteria-degradable liquid soap. It is not considered a detergent - Perwoll Sport & Active;
Gently and gently affects the color of the fabric - DOMAL Sport Fein Fashion;
After applying this composition, the product will not lose its unique properties, it can be used for washing by hand or in a machine - Woly Sport Textile Wash;
25 ml of contents is enough for 1 application, treat heavily soiled areas with the composition manually - Nord
In case of heavy dirt, preliminary washing is indispensable
These balms will help preserve the specific properties of the material. They provide all levels of protection and an amazing scent.
Clothes should not be washed with fabric softeners or stain removers containing chlorine.The former create a film on the surface that interferes with air circulation, while the latter are capable of completely changing the structure of the fibers.
Ordinary detergent gel will not work either. They contain an increased level of active ingredients, for this reason they cannot be washed with liquid soap. Also, you cannot use substances with chlorine, it increases the amount of perforation in the interlayer, because of which the thing will begin to leak water.
What mode to wash a membrane jacket
When choosing a program, it is important to ensure that there is no spin and dry function. Correctly wash the membrane jacket at a temperature not exceeding 30-40 ˚С.
To clean the clothes successfully, you need to set the most delicate mode of all those available in the washing machine settings. It is recommended to wash it manually, frequent processing in an automatic unit will lead to the loss of unique properties.
You will have to refuse to spin. Drying in this case will take longer.
How to wash a membrane jacket
You should start washing by inspecting the membrane jacket. You need to check the pockets, remove forgotten items, detach the detachable elements and wash them separately.
If the dirt is light, cleaning with a soft sponge is sufficient. You do not need to use detergent. Simply wipe with a damp sponge.
How to machine wash a membrane jacket
It is impossible to wash in automatic units of the old model, which are not equipped with the "delicate" or "manual" mode. Algorithm of actions:
- Place in a bag.
- Remove other things from the drum.
- Pour washing gel into the container.
- Set the mode to "delicate", "manual", "silk". These programs have a temperature of 30 ° C and a minimum drum speed.
- Wash with the set repeat rinse.
Before washing the membrane jacket in the washing machine, check it for mold and dirt. It is advisable to wipe the drum with a clean cloth.
How to wash a membrane jacket by hand
It is better to wash the product by hand if you have time. This procedure is more gentle, eliminates intense friction and is suitable for membrane jackets with any degree of dirt.
Fill the basin with water at a temperature of up to 40 ˚С. Dilute the detergent composition. Then you can wash. Put the clothes in a basin and use a soft sponge or cloth to rub the dirty places a little, then remove the remaining soap solution with water.
When the wash is over, rinse the item under running cold water until no more foam comes out of the fabric. If the dirt has not disappeared the first time, you can wash it twice in a row.
How to dry a jacket with a membrane
You will have to refuse the help of a heater or battery. They generate a lot of heat, which can have a detrimental effect on the properties of the membrane jacket. Choose the most ventilated area for drying. Do not leave in the sun, this will negatively affect the diaphragm.
Drying with an iron, hair dryer or other devices that emit heat is strictly prohibited. The process of removing moisture from the membrane jacket should be as natural as possible. It is important to dry until completely dry.
Useful Tips
In order not to violate the special structure of the material, it should not be ironed. The fabric does not tolerate high temperatures, the synthetic layer may melt. It is allowed to use the steam generator if the clothes are badly wrinkled.
A few more helpful tips for care:
- Store membrane jackets in a dry cabinet, in a horizontal position, clean and dry.
- Use special bags for things so that dust does not settle on the surface.
- Do not wash every time after a trip to a ski resort.Subject to another cleaning only if an unpleasant odor appears.
Conclusion
It is not difficult to wash a membrane jacket if you follow the simple rules for the procedure itself, drying and ironing. If they are observed, the process of removing dirt will cease to cause difficulties, and the clothes will serve for many years.
