Down Garments
Maintaining Your Down Outerwear
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Step 1:
Prior to washing, apply cleaner directly to heavily soiled areas. Close all zippers and Velcro® tabs.
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Step 2:
Fill sink or tub with just enough warm water to submerge item; add ReviveX Down Cleaner. Compress item to remove air and place in water.
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Step 3:
Rinse item repeatedly until water runs clear (at least 3 times). Gently compress or roll item (do not wring) to expel water.
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Step 4:
Place item in washing machine for 2 spin cycles to remove excess water before drying.
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Step 5:
Before drying, apply ReviveX Spray-On Water Repellent to the outer shell fabric. Apply liberally to shoulders, cuffs and zipper areas. Dry garment by itself in a large dryer (it needs room to tumble freely). Use heat setting recommended by garment care label (medium heat if possible).
Find more great tips like these in our Repair Guide
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To find pinhole leaks in Gore-Tex® fabric dry tops: 1) Turn the suit inside out. 2) Soak the tip of a rag in rubbing alcohol and dab over the suspect area. 3) The hole will show up as a contrasting color. Allow area to dry and seal (on the inside surface) with Aquaseal®.
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Kayak cockpits are notorious for cutting into spray skirts and causing exterior cracking. Apply spot applications of Aquaseal to permanently repair and protect both the interior and exterior.