How to Wash and Care for Your Duck Raincoat

Your raincoat is built to keep you dry and protected but without proper care, its water resistant coating can wear down over time.

Follow this simple guide to maintain performance, durability, and protection.

Washing Your Raincoat

Washing your raincoat correctly helps preserve its waterproof layer and prevents damage to the fabric.

Steps to Wash

1. Machine wash cold on a gentle cycle
This protects the fabric and prevents damage to the waterproof coating.

2. Use a mild detergent
Harsh detergents can break down water-resistant finishes.

3. Wash with similar colours
Avoid colour transfer and maintain a clean finish.

4. Close all zips and fastenings
Prevents snagging and helps the jacket keep its shape.

 Drying Your Raincoat

Drying plays a key role in maintaining the structure and performance of your raincoat.

Steps to Dry

1. Hang to air dry or tumble dry on low heat
Low heat can help maintain (and sometimes reactivate) the water-repellent coating.

What to Avoid

Using the wrong products or heat can permanently reduce your raincoat’s effectiveness.

Avoid These

1. Fabric softener
Reduces water resistance and clogs the fabric’s performance layer.

2. Bleach
Damages fabric fibres and coatings.

3. High heat
Can warp materials and weaken waterproofing.

4. Ironing directly on fabric
May melt or damage the outer layer.

Care Tip

To keep your raincoat performing at its best:

• Wash only when necessary

• Avoid harsh chemicals

• Always follow drying instructions carefully

Proper care helps maintain water resistance, breathability, and long-term durability.