How to clean a woolen coat at home?

Since it is winter now, a very hot topic at the moment is how to clean a woolen coat. In this article we will try to tell and give a clear answer, share some tips on how to properly clean a coat at home.

Much depends on the quality of the material from which the coat is made. There are quite a few ways. In this text, we will try to tell you the most proven methods that are truly effective in cleaning a woolen coat.

Many of us have such a model made of wool in the closet, which after a while, due to spools or dirt, loses its presentability.

If you happen to spot a stain, you need to remove it immediately. Pills, hair, threads that gather in lumps, it is advisable to cleanse several times a week.

At home, cleaning is most often done dry, as it is more convenient and faster. You can use a brush or a Velcro roller. The brush should be gentle so as not to damage the surface of the fabric.

However, if you nevertheless decide to wash, be sure to check the label. So it will be immediately clear whether this coat can be cleaned wet or not. If not, then it is better to have it dry cleaned and the problem will be solved.

For easy cleaning, hang it on a hanger and brush over it. Instantly, all the threads and spools will be Velcro. Optionally, you can wet the brush or roller with water before cleaning, this will improve the process of getting rid of the accumulated dirt.

Look at the coat - if there are stains, it is advisable to remove them immediately, as over time it will be more difficult or even impossible. The detected stains must be cleaned from the edges to the center, so there will be no wiping marks.

After cleaning, leave the coat on a hanger so that the fabric dries and regains its freshness. It is advisable to keep the outer clean clothes in special covers. Thus, the item will last longer and will always look great.

There is not always time to wash the product, but it is possible to dry the clothes. For this you need:

• Place the product vertically on a hanger;
• Clean with a Velcro roller, then brush in the direction of the villi;
• The stain can be treated with soapy water. Soap can be liquid or solid, if it is hard, grate it and dilute with clean water. The proportions are as follows: stir a spoonful of soap in one liter of water and stir well until foam is obtained. Then apply this solution to the stain itself, if it is difficult to remove, leave it for 5-10 minutes and then rinse;

• Greasy stains can be removed with starch, gasoline or talcum powder;
• Fresh food stains can be easily removed with vinegar and rubbing alcohol;
• A white coat will save salt and ammonia;
• The stubborn stain can be removed with a special wool product that can be easily purchased at the store;
• Airing is very helpful in cleaning the product. For example, you can get rid of the unpleasant smell of sweat. Hang the coat on a hanger and take it to the balcony, preferably so that the sun does not shine on the thing.

• The perfect solution is to clean the coat with a steamer, very easy and quick. A couple of movements - there is no smell and stains. Of course, if there are old spots, you first need to treat them and only then go through with hot steam.

When using detergents, always pay attention to how the fabric behaves, it is advisable to experiment on the back of the thing so as not to damage its front side.

The garment can be washed if it is not 100% wool, otherwise it is prohibited. Before washing, be sure to read what is written on the label so as not to make mistakes and ruin the thing.

There are special detergents for washing that will gently remove all stains and dirt. You can use a rinse balm to soften the water and soften the fabric.

In the washing machine be sure to wash at a temperature of 30 degrees, in the "Delicate wash" mode. Before washing, the item is placed in a special washing bag so as not to damage anything. Delicate washing will keep your coat fresh and pleasantly scented. You can also wash the product perfectly by hand. It will take, of course, more time and effort. You can wash it in cold water under a large stream, so the washing powder is washed out more easily. Rinse preferably two to three times until the water is clear. You can't squeeze hard, everything should be in moderation.

The drying process is also very important. The products must be hung vertically on a hanger and straightened, leaving to dry. You cannot use a hairdryer or dryer, the fabric will deteriorate.

A white and light coat will have the same procedure as a colored one, the only difference is that it needs to be rinsed more thoroughly than products of other colors, as yellowish traces may remain, which will spoil the attractiveness of the product.

The easiest way to clean your coat is to have it dry cleaned. There they will quickly and efficiently remove any stain and tidy up the coat. With the right knowledge and with all the necessary tools at hand, they can easily take care of the product. After dry cleaning, most often the thing gets a new life, it feels like you just bought it. The advantage of this solution is the saving of time and the absence of worries about the coat.

There is one tricky and simple way to tidy up your coat easily. Run hot water in the bathroom and close the door to create a kind of steam room. Take your coat, hang it on a hanger and carry it to the bathroom, where there is already a lot of steam.

Leave it there for about 20 minutes, then brush the fabric with a gentle garment brush to remove any stains. Open the door wide open so that everything is ventilated, but do not take the coat, it should cool and straighten. If you wish, later, when the product is dry, you can iron it, but very gently - through gauze or a thin cotton cloth.

Wear wool coats for warmth and beauty. Fashion does not stand still and in the store you can find many unusual and attractive models, different colors and styles. Don't be afraid to buy them as you now know how to care for them.

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