This is a quick guide to cleaning synthetic and down bags for you camping. SYNTHETIC 1. Read the instructions on the bag or check the manufacturer’s website or brochure before getting started. 2. Clean off any obvious stains or marks as best you can before loading the washing machine. 3. Check there’s nothing inside, and then zip it up. 4. Synthetic bags can be washed with your usual washing powder and fabric conditioner. 5. When the cycle is complete, give it another rinse cycle to make sure all the soap is gone. 6. Do not wring the bag out as that could damage stitching. 7. Hang the bag outside to dry if possible or put in the tumble dryer at a low heat. 8. Store loosely in a large mesh bag to avoid compression of the fill. DOWN 1. Use a pure soap product or a specialist product from an outdoor shop rather than your usual washing powder. 2. Run a bath with warm water, mix in the soap, and submerge the bag. 3. Move the bag about in the water and gently work t...
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