Most of you may already know that wool is a natural fiber spun from the hair of goats or sheep. Although majority of wool coat care labels advice professional dry cleaning only since manufacturers use paddings and interfacings to achieve the structured shape. Moreover, these inner fabrics are not washable and will dissolve or lose its shape in water.

But if your coat needs spot-cleaning or a refreshing touch, you can also clean it at home. But in case you are unsure about which route to take, we highly recommend you to consult with the professional dry cleaners at 5th Avenue EnRoute Cleaners.

To successfully wash a wool coat at home, you must focus on the following three aspects:

• Gentle detergent or wool wash
• Gentle agitations
• Low water temperature

Keep scrolling to learn how you can preserve the style and integrity of your wool coat:  

Step #1: Pretreat Stains

Before washing the wool coat, be sure to inspect for any stains. If there are any, pretreat them before tossing them into the washer or basin.

Step #2: Load the Machine 

Toss the down coat into a high-efficiency top-load or a front-load washing machine. The purpose is to avoid a center agitator for soft agitation.

Step #3: Use a Gentle Detergent  

Be sure to use only a gentle detergent since strong formulations can harm the fabric. Next use only warm or cool water.

Step #4: Low Heat Drying 

Set your dryer on a low heat setting and place your wool coat in it. Throw in some wool dryer balls. It will fluff up the down as it dries. You can also stop the dryer in between cycles to break any down clumps with hand.

Step #5: Air Dry 

For the last step, remove the wool coat from the machine while it is still slightly damp. Using a hanger, let it finish air-drying fully.

Professional Dry Cleaning Services – A Click Away… 

As shared earlier, professional dry cleaning is the best option for people who lack experience in washing wool coats at home or don’t wish to risk ruining it altogether. If you’re the same then just make sure that your chosen dry cleaner has sufficient knowledge and is well-trained in cleaning wool coats.

At 5th Avenue EnRoute Cleaners, we’ve been providing professional wool coat cleaning and other garment care services, including alterations, wash and fold cleaning, dry cleaning, and other services to clients since 1999. We’re conveniently located in Willow Lawn, Ladysmith, Ashland, Fort Gregg Adams and Mechanicsville.