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Posted by steve t on March 1, 2008 at 11:04:21 pm EST
In reply to Cleaning an Older Down Bag posted by mmmthmtskier on December 15, 2007 at 5:21:37 am EST

Years ago I took my down gear to the Down Depot in San Francisco for cleaning. They specialized in dry cleaning down gear and did an excellent job.

I don't even know if they are still in business, but living in Phoenix they certainly aren't convenient! So today I wash my down gear using the nikwax down cleaner. I fill the bathtub with warm water add a capful and massage until the item is thoroughly soaked.

Then rinse multiple times until the water is clear and I don't get bubbles/sudsing when I knead the item.

After the final drain I press out as much water as possible and then place it into a front load washer for the final spin cycle. Then into a dryer.

My old down bag, has survived multiple down depot dry cleanings and multiple tub washings, and after 35 years it still lofts like new.

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