How to clean your winter jacket

Taking care of your Rains winter jacket helps it stay waterproof, look its best, and last longer. This guide shows you how to clean and wash your winter jacket properly — so it stays fresh and functional all season.

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How to clean & wash your winter jacket

Use this step-by-step guide to clean your Rains winter jacket effectively.

Please note:
Every product includes a care label with specific instructions. Always check this label before following the steps in this guide.

Step 1

What you will need

Rains Microfiber Cloth
Specially designed to clean PU surfaces gently and effectively.

Rains Fabric Cleaner
Ideal for targeting stains without needing a full wash. Designed to work safely with Rains' waterproof materials.

Step 2

Clean your winter jacket

Start by gently wiping away loose dirt or dust using a dry Microfiber Cloth.

For any visible stains, use Rains Fabric Cleaner. Spray directly onto the marked area, then wipe clean with the Microfiber Cloth.

If your jacket needs a deeper clean, scroll down for instructions on machine washing.

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Need a deeper clean?

How to machine wash your winter jacket

If your winter jacket needs more than a surface refresh, you can machine wash it — just follow these steps to protect the fabric and maintain waterproof performance.

1. Check before washing
Always read the care label to confirm your jacket is machine washable.

2. Prepare your jacket
⋅ Empty all pockets.
⋅ Zip up all zippers and fasten all snap buttons.
⋅ Turn the jacket inside out to protect the PU-coated surface.

3. Machine wash your winter jacket
⋅ Use a cold water programme (30°C / 85°F).
⋅ Add mild detergent (no bleach, softeners, or waterproofing additives).
⋅ Wash with similar colors.
⋅ Rinse thoroughly to remove soap.

4. Dry according to material
⋅ PU coating: Hang to air dry completely before storing.
⋅ Nylon: Tumble dry on medium heat (40°C / 104°F) for 30 minutes.
⋅ Down: Tumble dry on medium heat (40°C / 104°F) for full insulation recovery.

5. Refresh your jacket
⋅ Use a steamer on low heat to remove wrinkles.
⋅ Or, iron on low heat with a cotton cloth between the fabric and iron — never iron directly

Reminder: Always check the care label before washing, drying, or steaming.