Random Fashion Thoughts (Part 3: Style farmer strikes back) - our general discussion thread

[Coldsnap]

So in that vein you can't really wash Barbour jackets? I got one I wore a lot last season, but if I can't wash it without dedicating a whole day to dewaxing it, I'm going to sell it.

 

[dieworkwear]

Dry cleaning is an emulsifier of oil. Since the wax coating is a type of oil, dry cleaning a waxed jacket will strip off the wax. You also can't machine wash it for the same reason, but machine washing comes with the added danger of possibly ruining your laundry machine.

The best way to clean waxed cotton at home is to just gently wipe it down with a damp sponge (don't scour, as that can also remove the wax). Then leave it outside to hang dry and get some sun. I've also heard of people treating the smell by soaking a waxed cotton jacket in the tub, as you might do with jeans. I don't know how adding detergent will affect this, and I've never tried it myself.

For a heavy job, you can send it to New England Reproofers. They will strip the wax off, properly clean the jacket, and then rewax the coat. They also have a special machine to get rid of heavy smells.

 

[erictheobscure]

So in that vein you can't really wash Barbour jackets? I got one I wore a lot last season, but if I can't wash it without dedicating a whole day to dewaxing it, I'm going to sell it.

just throw it in the dryer

 

[Coldsnap]

It's going up on ebay this week then lol.

 

[dieworkwear]

It's going up on ebay this week then lol.

Unless you're really out in the field feeding pigs, I find a waxed cotton Barbour doesn't really get dirty enough to warrant cleaning. Spot cleaning with a damp sponge is probably enough for most people's lifestyles.

 

[Coldsnap]

Unless you're really out in the field feeding pigs, I find a waxed cotton Barbour doesn't really get dirty enough to warrant cleaning. Spot cleaning with a damp sponge is probably enough for most people's lifestyles.

It's the inside though! I guess I can clean the inside with some sort of spray.

 

[imatlas]

If it's BO, turn it inside out, wipe the pits down with 50/50 water & white vinegar, then hang it in the sun for an afternoon. Wiping more thoroughly and airing in the sun will get rid of mild mustiness as well, for stronger musty or mildew odors try putting it in closed box with a bowl full of activated charcoal or baking soda for a week or two.

 

[noob in 89]

The best way to clean waxed cotton at home is to just gently wipe it down with a damp sponge

What will this do but make it even dirtier? No, sir, I tell you. No. No!

At best, this will offer a false sense of security. Adding water to germs will only slide them around. Unless the sponge you suggest is brand new, it’s likely to be the most filthy thing in the house. Applying it to the wax will be like dipping the coat in hepatitis. You’re better off just waving a Jobu doll over it and hoping for the best.

 

[dieworkwear]

At best, this will offer a false sense of security. Adding water to germs will only slide them around. Unless the sponge you suggest is brand new, it’s likely to be the most filthy thing in the house.

You can also press the coat up to your mouth. Then alternate between sucking and blowing to loosen the germs. Now give a big suck to lift them directly into your mouth.

 

[g transistor]

The issue isn’t that it’s just waxed cotton — it’s reversible. So one side is wax and one side is 97% wool. I’m not sure I want to try my hand at getting it re-waxed even professionally because the original wax is very thin. Just gives it sort of a sheen. That’s the side that’s inside because I wear wool side out.

basically it’s the wool that I want cleaned, happy to just wipe down the waxed side.

It doesn’t smell, but I just want it cleaned. I don’t think it’s ever been cleaned since it was made (AW14)

 

[Benesyed]

This guy. Doesn't even sweat into his clothes. No brand story.

 

[Coldsnap]

Oh, man. Thanks for reminding me how gross kitchen sponges actually are.

 

[conceptual 4est]

microwave your sponges ffs

 

[Patrick R]

microwave your sponges ffs

And your waxed cotton jackets.

 

[dieworkwear]

Soak your jacket in the tub then dry it in the salad spinner