How to wash a Gorka suit in an automatic washing machine

In Soviet times, the Gorka suit was actively used by people in military professions, but nowadays it has become widely known among other groups of the population. The thermal insulation qualities of clothing are especially valued, but everyone knows that such fabric requires special care. Is it possible to wash a Gorka suit in an automatic washing machine and how to do it correctly so as not to spoil the item?

First you need to prepare the thing

This is not to say that all Gorkha costumes are identical to each other. All the same, each manufacturer brings something different, so it’s impossible to give a definite answer regarding washing. Some people do not recommend washing Gorka in a machine at all, while others argue that in any case you can’t do without washing, so it’s better to do it in SM. Who is right?

First of all, you should look at the product label, if it has been preserved. There, the manufacturer probably indicated everything the user needs to know: whether the Gorka can withstand washing and, if so, at what parameters it is better to wash and dry (the temperature, for example, or spin conditions may be indicated).

Important! If the manufacturer does not exclude automatic washing, do not forget to first fasten all possible flaps and zippers. Also, make sure there are no foreign objects in your pockets.

Remember that proper care of your suit will help preserve its best qualities for a long time - thermal insulation, windproofness, water resistance and, most importantly, comfort to wear.

Automatic cleaning

So, first of all, do not use dry powders or other fancy products when washing.It is better to limit yourself to liquid gel or gel in capsule. The slide can be washed only with a delicate cycle and low temperature (about 40 degrees, no more), and these parameters do not differ from manufacturer to manufacturer.

As for spinning, some manufacturers warn that it is impossible to wash a suit with a spin cycle, others allow a similar procedure, but at minimum speed to avoid the appearance of wrinkles.

A controversial issue is the use of a spray to maintain the waterproof properties of the product. Perhaps such a product will serve the purpose during washing, but it will be impossible to use such a suit in the summer.

Manual cleaning

Visitors to various forums are unanimous in the opinion that hand washing is still much safer than automatic washing (even with a delicate program). And therefore, it is a priority. Of course, cleaning the Gorka manually also needs to be done with special care, but at least there is an opportunity to control the process.

• Use water no hotter than 30 degrees for washing.
• For detergent, use either liquid laundry detergent or, preferably, laundry or baby soap.
• Do not add bleaches, stain removers or other special products under any circumstances.
• If there is serious dirt, use a medium-hard brush.

First of all, you need to turn both the pants and the anorak inside out and soak them in warm water for 3 or 4 hours. It is better to use baby soap, and resort to powder only in case of serious, difficult to remove stains. After the specified time has passed, lightly rub the suit, but do not rub or press with all your might. Then rinse a couple of times and squeeze gently. If you are preparing Gorka for the new season, you can treat it with a special shampoo that ensures the preservation of the properties of the fabric.

How will we dry it?

Find a room for drying your suit that is well ventilated and warm enough. However, at the same time, avoid exposing the product to direct sunlight or exposure to artificial heat sources.

Attention! The most important thing is that the Gorka suit must dry naturally from start to finish, otherwise the waterproofness and thermal insulation properties of the item will not be restored.

Immediately after washing, hang the item of clothing vertically to drain excess moisture and straighten out all wrinkles. If you suddenly cannot do this, you can use an iron heated to setting 2, ironing the product through the fabric using a steamer.

Recovery after washing

When the suit is completely dry, be sure to treat it with a special composition to completely restore the special properties of the item. Polyurethane impregnation from DuPont or NikWax is perfect for this purpose. To ensure that your Gorka suit lasts as long as possible, follow the following conditions for caring for it.

• Clean off dust, dirt and other dry contaminants immediately, without allowing them to become embedded in the fabric.
• Monitor the condition of the item's accessories.
• Buy a special case in which the suit will lie during breaks in use.

Manufacturers also recommend folding the slide in a special way to avoid creases or other unpleasant consequences of improper storage. You can find several guides on this topic on the Internet.

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