Shearling
jackets may be stylish and durable, but they’re not completely
impervious to dirt, grime, moisture, and the like. Unlike ordinary
clothes, these jackets require special treatment for cleaning and
maintenance since they’re made from sheepskin. Liquid stains, for
instance, tend to stick to the fabric and so must be removed slowly
with a small damp cloth. Harder stains require the application of a
corn starch mixture to dissolve them.
If
the jacket gets drenched, excess water must first be shaken off
before being hungit out to dry. Rubbing a wet
shearling jacket is strongly
discouraged,
because this will force the water to seep deeper into the skin.
Dry-cleaning may also be a bad idea because the treatment can remove
the natural oils of the garment which give its distinctive texture
and scent. Hand or machine-washing should only be considered if the
jacket’s label says it’s safe to do so.
As
for storage, shearling jackets are best kept in room temperature so
that the integrity of their garments are preserved. If possible, they
should be kept away from direct sources of heat such as heaters,
blow-dryers, and even some kinds of lamps. For traveling purposes,
shearling jackets shouldn’t be stored in plastic or vinyl bags
because these materials don’t allow the garment to breathe.
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