How to Care for a Fur Coat

Knowing how to properly care for a fur coat will keep the coat beautiful for many years to come. Fur coats need to be stored properly when not in use to avoid damage. Allowing a fur coat to remain damp after it gets wet will ruin it for life. Staining a fur coat does not have to be a disaster. In a few easy steps you can care for your fur coat and easily maintain its beauty for years to come.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Fur Coat
• Large Heavy Duty Padded Hanger
• Large Cotton Bag
• Clean White Cotton Towel

Storing a Fur Coat

1. Hang the fur coat on a padded hanger.

2. Put the coat into a large pure cotton bag, securing the bag tightly just under the hook of the hanger.

3. Hang in a dark cool closet.

4. Remove the coat from the bag every 3 months and shake it out.

5. Place it back in the bag and return to closet.

Drying a Fur Coat That Has Been Used in the Rain or the Snow

6. Hang the fur coat on a padded hanger.

7. Blot the wet coat gently with a clean white cotton towel.

8. Hang the coat in a warm dry place away from direct heat or sunlight.

9. Shake the coat out when dry and store as usual.

Cleaning a Spill on a Fur Coat

10. Hang the fur coat on a padded hanger.

11. Blot the spill gently with a clean dry white cotton towel.

12. Take the coat to a professional cleaner which specializes in the care of furs as soon as possible.

Tips & Warnings

• During the summer months, its best to have your fur professionally stored in cold storage.
• Never store a fur coat in plastic.