How do I wash my Patagonia Retro X jacket?

In general, washing your gear in cold or warm water with mild laundry soap (non-toxic, biodegradable types preferred) and drying it on the line are the best ways to clean Patagonia® products.

Can I put my Patagonia jacket in the washing machine?

In general, washing your gear in cold or warm water with mild laundry detergent (nontoxic, biodegradable types preferred) and drying it on a clothesline are the best ways to clean Patagonia® products.

What is the symbol for Do not dry clean?

The Do Not Dry Clean Symbol is a circle crossed out with an “x” mark. These items can be easily damaged by solvents used in dry cleaning processes.

How do I wash my Patagonia nylon jacket?

Machine wash your recycled nylon garment in cool-to-warm water with a mild laundry detergent (non-toxic biodegradable types preferred). Line dry or tumble dry on low heat.

Should I zip my jacket before washing?

You don’t zip clothing up before washing it. Zippers can actually wreak havoc in your washing machine. Not only can the zipper itself break or damage the drum of your machine, but the sharp metal teeth of the zipper can snag on fabric or lace and ruin your delicate items.

What detergent is safe for down?

We recommend using Nikwax Down Wash for your jacket, but a gentle detergent like Woolite will work in a pinch. For down wash, I recommend using Granger Down Wash, Gear Aid ReviveX Down Wash, or Nikwax Down Wash. I’ve used them all and they work very well. You could use a regular detergent, but I wouldn’t recommend it.

Can I wash my down jacket in the washing machine?

You’ll want to wash your down jacket on the permanent press or gentle cycle on your washing machine and use cold water. It’s best to steer clear from warm water or hot water when washing your jacket. If it’s really dirty, you can pause your washing machine halfway through to let it soak for an hour or so.

What do the wash symbols mean?

If the garment is machine washable, then you’ll either see dots or numbers inside the bucket symbol, representing the recommended maximum temperature: one dot means 30 °C (meaning that you have to wash your clothing in cold water), two dots 40 °C (warm water), and four dots 60 °C.

What does the dry clean symbol look like?

The bucket symbol with an X over it means that the item should not be washed. You may also see a circle, which means dry clean only, or a circle with an X through it, which means do not dry clean.

How do you wash a puffer jacket in the washing machine?

Wash on cold water using the delicate cycle. Use a mesh laundry bag and/or down-specific detergent, if you have it. Immediately after washing, tumble dry on low heat, and don’t forget dryer balls.

How do you wash a jacket with a zipper in the washing machine?

To wash it in a machine, close the zipper so it doesn’t snag on the fabric or get damaged. Then, turn it inside out to protect the color and texture of the inside fabric. Use a mild detergent, but avoid fabric softener and dryer sheets since these can damage the fabric.

Can a zip damage a washing machine?

How do you wash a Patagonia down jacket?

Down Insulation Wash your down garment in cold to low-temperature water in a front-loading machine with a gentle detergent. We also recommend using Nik Wax Down Wash Direct. Machine dry on no to low heat (may take a few cycles) with two to three clean tennis balls added to the dryer to restore fluff.

How do you fluff up a down jacket after washing it?

Adding dryer balls into the dryer stops the feathers from clumping together and helps to re ‘fluff’ the down. To prevent clumps of down forming you can remove the jacket every now and then from the dryer (hold the jacket flat and not at one end) and fluff.

What can I use in dryer instead of tennis balls?

Instead of using a tennis ball, other objects can produce the same results. Tie a couple of T-shirts into balls and put them in the dryer with a single pillow. Add in a single clean shoe with multiple pillows. Small stuffed animals without any plastic parts can fluff the pillows and keep the dryer quiet.

What does the triangle washing symbol mean?

bleaching allowed
A triangle symbol means ‘bleaching allowed’ when necessary in a dilute solution, so one with a cross through it is the ‘do not bleach symbol’. One with diagonal lines means you can use a non-chlorine colour-safe bleach only.

Can you put Patagonia down jackets in the washer?

Can You Put Patagonia Down Jackets In the Washer? Most, if not all down jackets can be put into the washing machine. When in doubt, check the label. Assuming that it’s safe, the first thing that you’ll want to do is to empty the pockets. From there, close all the zippers. Velcro attachments should also be closed if there are any.

How do I wash my Patagonia swimsuit?

Note: You can use the same method to wash their vests, sweaters, tops (just skip the steps for down if the item doesn’t contain down) Patagonia offers a variety of swimsuits for women. Here’s how you can keep them clean. The first step is to rinse the swimsuit. One easy way to do this is to take a shower with it on.

What is the best way to clean my Patagonia gear?

In general, washing your gear in cold or warm water with mild laundry soap (non-toxic, biodegradable types preferred) and drying it on the line are the best ways to clean Patagonia® products. Given the rumpled nature of the road trips that inspire so much of our gear, Patagonia doesn’t make anything that requires dry cleaning.

Does Patagonia make clothes that require dry cleaning?

Given the rumpled nature of the road trips that inspire so much of our gear, Patagonia doesn’t make anything that requires dry cleaning. Our clothes are made to be worn and washed with very little fuss.