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how to repair patagonia down jacket

by Mr. Louisa Schinner V Published 2 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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  1. Patch a Patagonia Down Jacket with Repair Tape. Inspect the damage. Clip any dangling threads, fabric, or feathers using small scissors. . ...
  2. Clean the fabric area that you are repairing with Isopropyl alcohol prior to applying the patch. ...
  3. Grab your repair tape. Flip the repair tape to the back side. Using a permanent marker, draw an oval slightly larger than the hole.
  4. Cut out your shape using scissors.
  5. Lay the shape over the hole to ensure that the patch is large enough. ...
  6. Using your fingernail, or a pin, peel the backing off the repair tape, so that you only have the clear sticky layer.
  7. Lay the tape over the hole and press the tape down with your finger.
  8. Use a fingernail or a spudger to work all of the air out of the tape, rubbing it and pressing down on it with a warm palm until ...

How to wash and dry a Patagonia down jacket?

  • Check your jacket’s pockets before you tip it into the washing machine. ...
  • How much laundry detergent or technical wash you use depends on the type of detergent you buy. ...
  • You can dry the jacket twice on low heat to ensure complete drying. ...
  • Wash your down jacket only when it is necessary. ...
  • Front-load machines are better for down jackets.

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Can I wash my Patagonia down jacket?

To wash your Patagonia down jacket, you have to prepare the jacket, put it in the washing machine, and run it through the dryer. There are some important things that should be avoided while cleaning since they could damage your jacket. Hopefully, this step-by-step guide helps you to clean your jacket and enjoy the new looks!

Can You Dry Clean a down jacket?

Place your jacket in the dryer. Take your wet down jacket and put it into the machine dryer by itself. The down jacket needs to have as much space as possible to properly tumble-dry without crushing the fluffy down. Gently squeeze out excess water from the jacket, but don’t wring it out or it could damage the down.

How to repair a baffle on a Patagonia down jacket?

While patching your jacket with repair tape will hold for a while, and is a great way to repair when you’re on-the-fly, eventually you’ll want to put a real patch on the jacket. For details on patching a Patagonia down jacket check out our Baffle Repair Guide. For replacement parts or further assistance, contact Patagonia Customer Service.

What is a Patagonia down jacket?

What is a down jacket?

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Can Patagonia jackets be repaired?

Visit a Patagonia-owned store, where our knowledgeable staff can perform minor fixes on-site or guide you through self-repair. If you don't live near a store, we encourage you to check out our repair guides to see if self-repair is an option.

How do you repair a hole in a down jacket?

0:102:49How do you fix a hole in a down jacket? - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipSo the outdoors can be rough on your equipment. Case in point hole in a down jacket how do you fixMoreSo the outdoors can be rough on your equipment. Case in point hole in a down jacket how do you fix that we recommend using tenacious tape.

How do you fix a down coat with tenacious tape?

0:051:14How to Apply Tenacious Tape - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipArea pull the feathers. Into the inside liner of the jacket. If you're out in the field chances areMoreArea pull the feathers. Into the inside liner of the jacket. If you're out in the field chances are your bag could be wet from precipitation. Or condensation. You're gonna have to dry that off.

Are Patagonia repairs free?

Patagonia will repair all our gear, covered by our Ironclad Guarantee, free-of-charge. Once your repair is complete, we'll ship your item back to you with the return shipping costs covered by us. Please note, if your garment is not sent in freshly wash, you may incur a laundering fee.

How do you fix a burn hole in a puffer jacket?

The best solution for a larger hole is repair tape. Peel and stick, it comes in loads of colors as well as clear. Like with duct tape, cut your patch bigger than the hole you're trying to patch and round the corners to reduce possible peeling. Zwiers says stay away from sewing your jacket's hole or slit.

How do you sew a patch on a puffer jacket?

2:294:03HOW TO Attach a Patch onto Your Jacket Without Sewing MachineYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipIf you wanna then the best way is to sew it on and even if you decide to iron it on it is stillMoreIf you wanna then the best way is to sew it on and even if you decide to iron it on it is still better to stitch around the patch to make sure that the patch is more firmly attached to the jacket.

Does Tenacious Tape work?

It instantly repairs rips, tears and holes in gear and clothing. Tenacious Tape also prevents tears from getting larger and reinforces weak fabrics. These semi-permanent repair patches can be removed without leaving behind a sticky residue like duct tape.

What is Spinnaker tape?

PSP Spinnaker repair tape is a self adhesive tape made from ripstop nylon, ideal for re-inforcing batten end pockets and temporary sail repairs. Available in a multitude of colours.

How do you apply tenacious tape?

Trim any loose threads. 2) Cut out a patch with rounded corners that will overlap the repair area by at least 0.5'' in all directions. 3) Apply the Tenacious Tape patch over the rip, tear or hole. 4) Smooth out any bubbles and ensure the edges lay flat.

Is Patagonia a lifetime warranty?

Patagonia's products come with a lifetime warranty. Clients who are not satisfied with their product can return it for: Repair. Replacement. Refund.

How do I send items to Patagonia for repair?

If you are near a Patagonia Retail location, please give them a call to discuss your local repair options. Otherwise, you can still send us your repairs the old-fashioned way using our Repair Form or Wetsuit Repair Form at your own shipping cost. We'll repair your gear and ship it back to you for free.

How long does a Patagonia repair take?

Clothing and Gear Repairs are currently taking up to 20 weeks to complete. Wader Repairs are currently taking about 10-12 weeks to complete. Wetsuit Repairs are currently taking about 10 weeks to complete. The repair time will be determined after evaluation of the wetsuit and in some cases, it may take longer.

The Best Way To Fix Ripped Down Jacket - YouTube

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What is a Patagonia down jacket?

Patagonia down jackets are usually made with a durable yet lightweight recycled polyester shell material and a warm layer of premium down insulation. Patagonia offers many styles of down jackets, some designed specifically for alpine climbers, others help mitigate the chills and wetness of the daily commute.

What is a down jacket?

Down jackets wrap you in soft warmth, insulating your core from freezing temperatures and wind. They are highly compressible, extremely lightweight for their warmth, and ultra-comfortable for all day use.

What does it mean when a down jacket has holes?

Holes in a down jacket can mean being a walking pillow-fight. Prevent feathers from leaking and ensure that the hole doesn't grow with a temporary patch. While patching your jacket with repair tape will hold for a while, and is a great way to repair on the fly, eventually you will want to put a real patch on the jacket.

How to fix a hole in a wall?

Grab your repair tape. Flip the repair tape to the back side. Using a permanent marker, draw an oval slightly larger than the hole. If you have a wide hole, you can use a rectangle , but be sure to round the edges . Rounding the edges prevents the corners from getting caught and peeling up. Edit.

How to get air out of tape?

Use a fingernail or a spudger to work all of the air out of the tape, rubbing it and pressing down on it with a warm palm until it is well-adhered.

Why do Patagonia jackets have baffles?

Many Patagonia jackets incorporate internal baffles to keep the down from shifting. The baffle acts like a shelf inside your jacket to hold the down insulation while eliminating the need for seams that pierce both the internal and external fabric.

How to keep feathers from shifting in down jacket?

The easiest method to prevent this is simply sewing the jacket’s outer and inner fabrics together with seams to keep the feathers from shifting about.

How to replace a baffle?

Align the folded edge of the scrap along the outermost seam on the baffle you want to replace. Be sure the rough, folded-over fabric is between the baffle with the hole and the new scrap of fabric. Align the folded edge of the baffle with the seam, and pin it into place. Edit.

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Introduction

A down jacket provides exceptional warmth for its weight in a wide range of conditions. Because of their versatility, we place numerous demands on our down jackets – from the mundane of running daily errands to use on multi-day alpine climbs.

Step 2

Find the closest seam to the area that needs repair. In our case, it’s the bottom seam of the jacket.

Step 3

Rip the seam until you have ripped several inches of seam on either side of the hole. Then continue ripping in the direction of the nearest perpendicular seam. In the case illustrated here, it’s the zipper seam.

Step 4

Identify the stitching in the nearest perpendicular seam. In this case, it’s the seam where the lining meets the fabric for the zipper flap.

Step 5

Rip this seam until the seam opening is three to five inches past the area that needs to be repaired.

Step 6

Using the seam ripper, remove the bottom satin stitching to free the lining.

Step 7

Insert the seam ripper between the two pieces of fabric and carefully rip any stitches between them that may hold the fabrics together.

How to dry a jacket in a dryer?

Set the dryer on a low-heat setting with a normal dry-cycle time. Start the dryer. It may take more than one cycle on the dryer to completely dry your jacket. If so, leave the heat on low and dry for a second cycle. Edit.

Does washing a down jacket wear it out?

Contrary to popular belief, washing your jacket doesn't wear it out —in fact, it prolongs the life of your jacket. Washing and drying your down jacket is easy; it just takes a few simple tricks to keep the down nice and fluffy. Follow these steps for a warm, clean jacket on your next adventure.

What is a Patagonia down jacket?

Patagonia down jackets are usually made with a durable yet lightweight recycled polyester shell material and a warm layer of premium down insulation. Patagonia offers many styles of down jackets, some designed specifically for alpine climbers, others help mitigate the chills and wetness of the daily commute.

What is a down jacket?

Down jackets wrap you in soft warmth, insulating your core from freezing temperatures and wind. They are highly compressible, extremely lightweight for their warmth, and ultra-comfortable for all day use.

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