Down jackets are essential to any backpacker's winter and shoulder season kit, but when it comes to cleaning, they tend to get neglected. If your jacket is dirty, you may be hesitant to wash it, ...

Wash on a gentle cycle with cold water. Mix a mild detergent with water and gently blot stains with a soft cloth or sponge. Avoid wringing or twisting, as this can damage the down and the outer fabric ...

Winter gear is often thought to be hard to clean at home, but the trick lies in following the fabric care labels to the tee.

Over Christmas, I received a new down jacket, perfect for Colorado winters. Less than two weeks later, my jacket bore a sticky brown stain the size of a quarter. Water didn’t cut it, nor did a dab of ...

Clear guidelines outline how to wash, dry, and store puffer jackets effectively to preserve insulation and appearance.

GORE-TEX – and pretty much every other major outdoor brand – wants you to do one very simple thing: wash your waterproof jacket. Why? Because unless you're already doing it (and let’s be honest, ...

When winter temperatures plummet, it's important to have a warm coat or jacket. Since most good coats are an investment piece, taking care of them and cleaning them properly will help them last for ...