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How does the down jacket dry cleaning work?
Down jackets are a popular type of winter clothing. They are available in different sizes, shapes and colors, which allows each person to choose the best option. If worn daily throughout the winter, dirt appears on the jacket. It is not always possible to remove them during washing. In addition, it is forbidden to wash many models of down jackets — after wet treatment they can deform and lose their properties.
If you need to get rid of stains on your jacket and refresh it without risking the color and shape, it is more profitable to use the services of professionals. We will tell you how to clean a down jacket at a dry cleaner.
Features of dry cleaning
Down jackets with natural filler need careful and gentle cleaning. When examining the product, the master performs a visual analysis of the existing contaminants, establishes their origin, and determines the scope of work to return the item to a presentable appearance.
How does a down jacket get cleaned at a dry cleaner? There are two ways to effectively remove stains.
- Dry cleaning. It involves processing with special means that dissolve impurities, after which the item is sent to a dry cleaning machine. The advantages of this method are the preservation of shape and color, and the absence of shrinkage.
- Aquachistka. It consists in processing things in an aqueous environment with special cleaning preparations, their enhancers and conditioners. Unlike washing, the aquachist retains the volume and lightness of the fluff, and does not allow it to clump.
After the main cleaning cycle, the down jacket is finished. The folds on it are smoothed out with steam, after which the product is securely packaged ready for delivery to the customer.
Equipment and professional tools for effective dry cleaning
We looked at how a down jacket is dry-cleaned. Now let's look at what needs to be used to get a high-quality result. For effective processing of down jackets and other clothing, it is necessary to purchase a reliable equipment and professional chemistry:
- dry cleaning machines — available in different configurations, can run on perchloroethylene and other popular solvents;
- chemical preparations — presented in an assortment, they allow you to remove even the most difficult stains, absorb unpleasant odors, prevent deformation of things, and stabilize solvents.
"TEXKEPRO" company offers a wide range of equipment and professional preparations for equipping dry cleaners and laundries. Their description and characteristics are easy to find in the catalog. To request the cost and clarify the terms of purchase, please call or leave requests online.