How To Fix A Matted Fuzzy Jacket Hood

Faux or fake fur coats and trim on hoods and collars take a bit of extra care to keep them looking their best.

How to fix a matted fuzzy jacket hood.

Sep 15 2015 i thought i would share a quick tip for all of you newborn photographers who love faux fur but hate the way it gets all matted when you have to wash and dry it. I just bought this jacket before this winter and i can t believe i just ruined it. You should never ever put them in a dryer. If you re in the same position i was do not panic get angry or throw it in your donation pile.

Wash faux fur not real fur. If you have just a small stain on your fur jacket you should spot clean with a dab of water and vinegar. If however you feel the need to wash the whole jacket place it in the washing machine on cold using the delicate cycle. Tools needed to fix matted fur trim.

Although materials differ per garment always check the tag for the manufacturer s care instructions basic textile safe care procedures help you restore your fuzzy duds back to their original. Good quality faux fur a synthetic less expensive alternative to animal fur looks as nice and feels as soft as real fur without the guilt. Most faux fur garments are sensitive to heat and moisture and manufacturers will usually label them dry clean only. Beyond the issue of animal rights fake fur offers some advantages over real fur by being more resistant to insect damage and easier to care for during moisture and temperature changes.

Just as modern faux fur has all the texture and style of the real thing this synthetic fiber also has the capacity to get flat and matted when exposed to dirt heat moisture and day to day wear. I m going to show you simple steps that will bring your favorite coat back to life in 30 minutes for under 30. The extreme heat of the dryer melts the synthetic fur of a stuffed animal vest or faux fur hood turning it into a matted mess once you remove it. While many faux fur coats or trimmed garments may have a tag that recommends dry cleaning only.