How to wash a holofiber jacket in a washing machine

In recent years, artificial holofiber filler has become widespread in our country. Even adherents of natural materials increasingly prefer products made from light synthetics. Such things are hypoallergenic, easy to wash, do not deform and weigh very little compared to those made from down, fur and wool. But they still require proper care.

Every owner sooner or later faces the question of how to wash a product filled with holofiber - a pillow, blanket, winter jacket, down jacket - and do it correctly. Find out all the nuances and secrets of this process from our article.

How to wash holofiber: basic rules

Hollofiber is a synthetic non-woven fiber developed by Russian scientists in 2005. It is a large number of hairs that are empty inside and twisted with each other at high temperatures. Because of such manipulations, holofiber looks like many small springs. The industry produces the following types of material:

balls - they are used to fill blankets, pillows, and handmade toys;
canvas - it is used when sewing insulated clothing;
slabs - used in construction to insulate roofs, corners, balconies, walls, windows, floors, etc.

Increased resistance to mechanical, physical and other influences, inexpensive price, hypoallergenicity - just a small list of advantages that characterize holofiber. Washing it is also not inconvenient. Still, there are certain recommendations:

It is best to wash things by machine with a liquid detergent and use the additional rinse function.
When washing, you should consider what the outer material is made of. The filler can withstand the most active effects and temperatures up to 90 degrees.
Holofiber cannot be machine washed separately. If necessary, it should be placed in a pillowcase that is tightly fastened with buttons or a zipper.
The material does not lose its properties when using aggressive stain removers, chlorine and solvents, but they should be used with caution.
It is best to dry items outside. If the filler layer is too thick, it is advisable to separate it and dry it in parts in pillowcases.

Rules for washing holofiber items in an automatic machine

Blanket made of padding polyester

Any bedding requires regular care and cleaning. But is it possible to wash a holofiber blanket?

It is also equally important to wash the blanket. Washing recommendations:

First, you should study the product label. Most likely, the automatic wash icon is present. The following must also be additionally indicated: mode, temperature, use of special detergents.

Load the blanket, if there is no damage, into the drum.

Pour detergent into the washing powder compartment. Select a delicate wash cycle

Important! Temperature control is very important. And the threshold should not be lower than 30 degrees

Optimally 45-60 degrees. Turn on the program and wait for the wash to finish. When finished, hang the blanket in fresh air or in a well-ventilated room. The air must be dry. After drying, you need to check the blanket for any lumps; if there are any, they need to be straightened out.

Down jacket with holofiber

After winter, down jackets need to be washed so that they retain their appearance during storage. Tips on how to wash a holofiber down jacket in a washing machine:

Check the item for damage and stains. Soak traces of grease and dirt with stain remover.
Fasten all zippers and remove the hood. Check pockets for foreign objects.
Load the down jacket into the drum. Pour liquid washing gel into the detergent compartment.
Select delicate mode and temperature 30°C.
At the end of the program, remove the item from the drum and hang it in fresh air.

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Jacket with padding polyester

The rules for washing down jackets and down jackets are the same. The main thing is to look at the label on your outerwear to choose the recommended washing mode and temperature.

Holofiber pillows

Massive pillows are not recommended to be washed in a washing machine; it is better to wash them by hand.

Algorithm for washing pillows in an automatic machine:

Pour in liquid gel.
Set to gentle mode at the recommended temperature.
After washing, the pillows must be dried in a ventilated area.

How to wash a jacket by hand and in a washing machine

Products with such filler are the easiest to care for. Some property owners doubt whether holofiber can be washed in an automatic washing machine. Practice has shown that it tolerates cleaning well under any mode, spinning and drying. The only thing you should pay attention to is the outer fabric of the product. We will consider the subtleties of handling different types of materials further.

Features of cleaning membrane clothing

Membrane fabric appeared relatively recently. Initially, ski and sports suits were made from it, and later casual wear. Most often, the material is used for sewing winter overalls for children. In combination with holofiber insulation, it makes outerwear so light that the weight of a jacket, for example, is not felt at all on the body.

Previously, it was believed that it was not recommended to wash the membrane. The statement has long been outdated, since technology makes it possible to obtain fabric that is very wear-resistant. But there are recommendations that should be taken into account when caring for such things.

This material is cleaned manually or in a delicate mode at temperatures up to 40 degrees.
Soft liquid products are best suited for washing. Regular powder can negatively affect the structure of the fabric.
Stains can be removed by rubbing them with soap and rinsing thoroughly.
It is prohibited to use chlorine-containing products - stain removers, bleaches, air conditioners.
The material cannot be ironed.
During drying, avoid radiators and direct sunlight.

In the case of hand washing, it is necessary to remember that the fabric should not be allowed to wrinkle, otherwise it will lose its shape and presentable appearance. Apply the material with a soft sponge. Then rinse the product in the shower, hold it by the shoulders, allowing the water to drain, and wrap it in a large terry towel. As soon as the excess liquid is absorbed into the dry fabric, the clothes should be laid out on a flat surface and all possible wrinkles should be straightened out.

When cleaning in an automatic machine, be sure to turn off the spin and dryer, and fasten the item with all zippers and buttons. If desired, you can hide it in a special laundry bag. After completing these manipulations, proceed in the same way as when processing by hand.

Tip: for greater durability, after drying, the membrane is impregnated with special purchased products.

Features of raincoat fabric

Raincoat is a water- and airproof fabric. It makes excellent items for protection in wet weather. Very wear-resistant, lightweight and durable.

It is better to wash the fabric in warm water, up to a maximum of 45 degrees.
Do not use bleaches or aggressive substances.
If the raincoat fabric is made of fleece, it should be cleaned with a mild liquid detergent in warm water (for example, shampoo or composition for delicate fabrics).
You cannot wrinkle, twist, or vigorously rub the raincoat fabric. When washing in a machine, turn off the spin function.
Ironing is not allowed. If necessary, the fabric can be steamed.

If you are not sure about the quality of the product or its color, it is best to clean the material in cold liquid (up to 25 degrees). After this, the item should be rinsed in several waters to avoid streaks, hung on a rope to drain the liquid, placed on hangers and straightened out the folds. Possible stains can be removed with ammonia, soap solution, vinegar, and fermented milk whey.

Bolognese fabric

Experts recommend not experimenting and cleaning Bologna clothing exclusively by hand, since the material is extremely sensitive to any mechanical action and can develop creases that cannot be removed. Products are washed in the following order:

fill the container with water with a temperature of no more than 40 degrees and stir the liquid product in it, lower the product into the solution;
use a soft sponge to go over contaminated areas (collars, cuffs, pockets);
Rinsing is carried out several times, changing the water to new one. The latter is performed under flow;
You cannot wring out or twist the item. The jacket is laid out on a wire rack installed in the bath to allow the liquid to drain as much as possible;
dry completely by hanging them on hangers or placing them horizontally on a moisture-absorbing fabric. The room should be well ventilated;
You can't iron bologna. If absolutely necessary, steaming is allowed.

How to wash a product made of polyester or polyester material

Polyester is also an equally popular artificial material. It easily retains its shape, is durable, but requires special handling when caring.

Polyester items are washed using the “delicate”, “hand wash” or “sport” modes, with rpm not exceeding 400.
Add liquid gels or powder for delicate fabrics.
Stains are removed by long soaking in warm soapy water.
Dry naturally in fresh air or under the influence of a fan.
Conditioner should be added during the final rinse.
Products are not ironed, but if necessary, they can be gently steamed using the “silk” mode.

Important: when washing these fabrics, do not use stain removers containing chlorine or bleaches. Regular powder is also not recommended.

Washing jackets made of cotton fabric with synthetic filling

The undeniable advantage of cotton clothing is that it is pleasant to wear at any time of the year. The products tolerate washing and ironing well, although there are also some rules for them. For example, for a cotton jacket with holofiber filling they are:

The temperature can be safely set from 50°C, and for higher temperatures it is worth checking the information indicated on the product label. The more natural the cotton fabric, the more it shrinks when heated.
Cotton items of different colors are washed separately. Colored ones tolerate temperatures that do not exceed 60 degrees. A fade test should be performed before washing. To do this, you need to wet any area of the product, wrap it in a dry white cloth and squeeze it out. If traces remain, the item will have to be washed separately from others in cool water.
Powders with granules and liquid gels are allowed to be used as laundry detergent.
A cotton jacket can be wrung out at high speeds or twisted.
Oxygen bleach can be used to remove stains.
Cotton items should be ironed from the reverse side at temperatures up to 100°C.
Clean clothes are usually dried in the shade. And remember that cotton wrinkles and retains traces of clothespins.

Important: when using powder when washing, it is necessary to use the additional rinse function. This is necessary for better rinsing of the filler so that it does not create an unpleasant odor or stains on the main fabric.

General recommendations before washing

Let's figure out how to wash holofiber so as not to damage its structure and not spoil the appearance of the product. Choose hand or machine wash as desired. Keep the temperature range between 45-90°. Remember that some manufacturers recommend choosing a temperature up to 60°, so it’s better to stay in the middle.

Is it possible to wash holofiber using stain removers and conditioners? Yes, but only if they do not contain chlorine. Soak tough stains for 1-2 hours. This will not harm the material. Use a regular brush and laundry soap to remove any remaining traces of dirt. Rinse the item thoroughly to avoid streaks and stains in wet weather. Iron at temperatures up to 100° or use a steamer.

How to dry

Although holofiber is not a fussy material, in order to dry it properly, you should also know certain subtleties. If you washed items with balls, completing the process will be as easy as shelling pears: just hang the jacket in a well-ventilated room, or outside in a place protected from the sun.

It is better to dry outerwear vertically, hanging it on a hanger. During this process, the jacket is periodically shaken to restore its shape. The principles of drying holofiber are the same for clothes, pillows, blankets and toys. You should:

Allow the water to drain naturally. This product requires hanging on a rope or hanger.
If it is not possible to do this outside, a plastic dryer will help you out, which has enough space for a good gap necessary for air circulation.
The item should be whisked periodically to ensure uniform distribution of the filler and maximum drying.
If you need to speed up the process, then at a sufficient distance it is possible to set the heater to the minimum temperature. But it is better to act in this way on things for sleeping (blanket, pillow).
Carefully read the recommendations for drying outer fabric. Perhaps the best effect will be obtained by drying horizontally on a towel, often replacing it with a dry one.

How to choose the appropriate mode?

It is not enough to prepare the item and choose a detergent composition in order to get an excellent result and not spoil the down jacket; it is equally important to choose the right mode on which to wash the product. Household appliances are different, but any of the machines has at least one program designed for fabric that requires a special approach:

Household appliances are different, but any of the machines has at least one program designed for fabric that requires a special approach:

"wool/silk";
"delicate wash";
"sensitive";
“hand wash”, etc.

You can wash a down jacket using a program only if the water is heated no higher than 30°C and the speed does not exceed 500 rpm. When a mode is not suitable for some parameters, it can be adjusted manually. If you wash at a temperature higher than the required level, or use a higher speed, then there is a high chance of getting a product that is unwearable.

Usually, after 2-3 washes, the housewife determines the most suitable program for washing clothes with down filling.

You can also resort to useful tips:

during the first wash, it is recommended to turn on the “extra rinse” mode, if the appliance has one;
if there are stains of detergent left on the fabric, then you can also send the clothes for a separate “rinse”;
It is enough to use a detergent composition, but it is better to avoid products such as rinse aids and conditioners - they leave stains on the material, which is especially noticeable on dark products;
Even if you wash the product correctly in an automatic machine, over time, it may lose its original appearance, therefore, you should not subject it to such a procedure more than once every 6 months;
Down jackets and other outerwear are washed separately from other items.

To make the filling less clumpy, you can put special balls or balls for washing down jackets in the drum along with the item - 3-4 pieces. You can buy them at a hardware store or household chemicals department; they are usually offered in an assortment. For clothes with down, it is better to take a PVC product that has many spikes. Such laundry balls rotate along with the jacket and fluff up the fluff, preventing it from forming clumps.

If you don’t have such devices at hand, you can take tennis balls instead.

But, there is one nuance here - the material of low-quality sports equipment often fades, therefore, it is important to find out this point before the balls go into the drum, especially if you have to wash a light, white down jacket

After the washing program has completed, care should be taken to ensure proper, high-quality drying.

How to straighten the filling in a jacket after washing

It happens that when washing, holofiber gets knocked down and forms lumps in one or several places. This can happen due to improper care in the past, due to the effects of time, or due to careless storage in dirty conditions. Don't despair, the product can still be saved. There are several effective tips for this:

Wash again. If trouble does happen, wash the item again. But now add three or four tennis balls to the drum of the machine. In the process of unwinding, they will hit the product and break the crumpled areas of the filler.
Straighten. During drying, the holofiber can be periodically unraveled and crushed with your hands, evenly distributed under the lining.
Knock out. A slightly damp item should be hung on a hanger and fastened with all buttons and zippers. Using a regular carpet beater, lightly pat the clothes and shake them so that the filling fluffs up.
Vacuuming. An unconventional method that is used on a damp item. We lay out the jacket horizontally and, using the air flow from a vacuum cleaner, carefully straighten the contents.
Extreme recovery. When the above actions did not lead to a positive result, the time has come for drastic decisions. You need to carefully tear off the lining and sort out the loose areas with your hands.

And remember that it is best to replace a thing with holofiber matted inside with a new one, or use a different filler.

Thanks to our advice, you will quickly and efficiently remove dirt from the things you need, and very soon you will get them clean and refreshed. Holofiber will retain its shape and remarkable properties for a long time, thanks to which your pillows, blankets and clothes will remain light and comfortable. Cheap and weightless, with a minimum of disadvantages, this filler will stay in your home for a long time as part of your favorite and necessary things.

What is the best way to wash a product with down?

Manufacturers produce many washing powders, but not all of them can be used for down jackets. A detergent for washing such products must meet a number of requirements:

remove contaminants;
maintain the structure of the filler, in this case down;
there should be a mark on the packaging stating that the product is suitable for washing clothes with natural down;
experts recommend purchasing products that contain lanolin, a substance that has a softening and restorative effect;
The detergent composition must be suitable for use in an automatic machine, otherwise it will form a large amount of foam and white stains will remain on the fabric.

A special detergent should not only clean the product from dirt without damaging the quality of the filler, but also preserve the color of the material, refresh it and rid the item of the unpleasant odor that down absorbs during wear.

It is worth noting that between powder and liquid preparations for down jackets, the latter is more suitable. Delicate laundry products contain natural substances; the active components begin to act even at low temperatures; they dissolve faster in water and are better washed out of the fabric without leaving a residue.

Modern housewives have a choice; you can buy not only washing gel, but also capsules with a detergent composition, shampoos, and balms. Some formulations are placed in the powder compartment of the washing machine, while others should be placed directly in the drum. Also, a small amount of gel can be applied before the procedure to particularly contaminated areas.

Capsules intended for products with natural fillers will cost the housewife more than others. Most often, they contain special components so that the fluff does not get lost. The manufacturer claims that they immediately penetrate into fabrics and cope with stains better than others. In addition, this product does not require a dosage.

How to wash down jacket fur

The edge of a winter jacket requires delicate care, so when the need arises for washing, it is better to unfasten it and clean it separately. To prevent it from becoming a shapeless ball of fur, you must follow these rules:

Do not wash, let alone wring out, fur in a washing machine;
dry it only in a place protected from light;
Do not use chlorine cleaning products or boiling methods;
cleaning is carried out in the direction of fur growth - if the pile is long, and against it - if the pile is short;
before wet cleaning, you need to check how the fur reacts to the product - apply foam to a small side area of the edge and dry to see the result;
do not rub, do not wrinkle, do not deform the product, do not try to squeeze it dry, the water will drain and evaporate on its own, without any mechanical influence;
The water temperature should not be more than 40 degrees, otherwise the substrate and the fur itself will be damaged.

These precautions are easy to follow and will preserve the appearance of the product for a long time.

Characteristics and properties of holofiber

Holofiber is a synthetic non-woven fiber, which is similar in structure to padding polyester. But unlike the latter, no glue is used in the manufacture of the material, which makes the filler safe and environmentally friendly. In this case, the fiber is bonded by soldering at high temperature.

Holofiber has a hollow, hollow and porous structure. The air that accumulates inside provides high sound and heat insulation. It creates elasticity of the material, traps dust particles and does not become dirty for a long time. The material has the following advantages:

Light weight, soft and comfortable to use;
High heat and sound insulation properties. Retains heat well;
Safety. Does not cause allergies;
Does not absorb odors and retains dust;
Does not electrify or ignite, does not crumble or spread, does not become damp;
Gives things elasticity. After deformation, the product returns to its original shape;
Strength and durability. Things made from holofiber will last for several decades without any problems;
Air permeability and hygiene;
Availability and low cost;
Easy care. You can wash holofiber in a washing machine or by hand. At the same time, it dries quickly, does not lose its shape and presentable appearance after washing and drying.

Holofiber is used in various fields. For example, in construction it is used to fill walls in houses as heat, sound and noise insulation. But holofiber has found its most widespread use in light industry. It forms a reliable heat-insulating lining for clothing and hats. In addition, the material increases the elasticity of products and allows them to retain their shape after repeated deformation.

In furniture production, filler is used to fill sofas and armchairs, armrests, backs and seats. It is also useful for pillows, blankets and mattresses. In addition, holofiber is sometimes used to create filters in air conditioning and ventilation structures.