Clothing made from membrane tissues is convenient and practical, it has excellent protective properties. But at the same time, it requires a more careful attitude, in particular, in terms of washing. Our article will tell you how to properly wash membrane clothes to preserve its unique properties.
What means to wash membrane clothing?
First of all, let's see what kind of washing aids can not be used and why. These include all dry detergent powders in granules. Getting into the pores of the membrane, these granules clog them, practically reducing the protective properties of such clothes. The jacket ceases to "breathe", does not let in air. Clothes with a gentle membrane type Gore-Tex can be spoiled literally for one wash. More expensive and quality products can withstand several washing with dry powder, but why risk it?
As a rule, it is best to wash a membrane jacket with a special tool for membrane tissues (for example, Domal Sport, Perwoll Sport, Domol, etc.). You can also wash with means such as Ariel-gel in capsules, and also means for washing children's things - they will cost you much cheaper. Do not forget only about the main thing - you can only wipe the membrane with liquid powders!
How should I wash membrane tissues?
Before the first wash of the product, examine its label: is machine washing allowed, if yes - under what conditions. Usually, membrane tissues are erased at 30 ° C in delicate mode. Do not use automatic spin: mechanical action can damage the structure of the membrane, as well as the use of any rinse aid and conditioner.
Hand washing of membrane jackets with the use of liquid means proved to be very useful.
Dry the jacket with a membrane can only be in natural conditions ("on a string"). Never dry such items on the battery!
And, finally, a few words about the impregnation. If you want your item to retain its magical properties for a long time, after each wash, soak the membrane with a special substance (liquid or aerosol for impregnation). This should be done only after washing. As you can see, washing a jacket with a membrane is not at all difficult. Follow these simple rules, and your thing will protect you from the weather for a long time!