{"id":26727,"date":"2023-05-04T10:52:52","date_gmt":"2023-05-04T08:52:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.countryfile.com\/?p=144397"},"modified":"2023-05-04T11:35:44","modified_gmt":"2023-05-04T09:35:44","slug":"how-to-wash-a-down-jacket","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/bbccountryfile\/rss_feed\/how-to-wash-a-down-jacket\/","title":{"rendered":"How to wash a down jacket"},"content":{"rendered":"

Down-filled jackets are tricky to clean but it\u2019s worth washing them before grime gets really ingrained. Here’s how to do it… <\/p>

By Joe Pontin\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Thursday, 04 May 2023 at 12:00 am<\/p>

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Keeping your down jacket clean is good way to ensure that it continues to perform year after year. It can be a little tricky, but once you know the specific requirements of your jacket and you\u2019ve gone through the process once, washing and drying your jacket will become second nature.<\/p>\n

Here, we reveal the easiest way to wash your down jacket. All you need is a washing machine and tumble dryer, technical down wash fluid, down proofing fluid and some tennis balls.<\/p>\n

Looking for more ways to look after your outdoor gear? Learn how to clean walking boots<\/a>, how to darn a sock<\/a> and how to sharpen a knife<\/a> with BBC Countryfile Magazine<\/em>\u2018s repair guides.<\/p>\n

How to waterproof a rain jacket<\/h4>\n

Regular washing and reproofing using special \u2018tech wash\u2019 and proofer will keep your jacket waterproof \u2013 and prolong its life. Here\u2019s how to waterproof your rain jacket<\/a>\u2026<\/p>\n

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