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    Will a top load washer really damage my North Face jacket?
    Community Answer
    Yes because it will ruin the fabric and make it all disheveled and if you don't have a front loader washer/dryer you should take it to a laundromat or handwash it in the sink/bath/shower wash the jacket with cold water.
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    What temperature can I use for a North Face jacket? Hot, cold, or warm?
    Community Answer
    It should always be washed in cold water, as hot or warm water will damage the material. Cold water is easiest for almost every clothing.
  • Question
    Can I use a fabric spray on a jacket to waterproof it?
    Lina DaSilva
    Top Answerer
    Yes. Just be sure the jacket is clean before applying the spray and look for a waterproofing spray designed for outdoor or technical fabrics.
  • Question
    Is it okay to use a top load machine without an agitator to wash a North Face jacket?
    Two Shea's
    Community Answer
    Yes, that should work fine. As long as the jacket is submerged in water and cleaning solution, it should come clean without issues.
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    What if I don't have a tumble dryer?
    Stephanie Nichole
    Community Answer
    If you don't have a tumble dryer, air dry your jacket or use the lowest heat cycle your dryer offers. Most dryers have at least three settings, if not more.
  • Question
    Can I dry clean a North Face jacket?
    Emily
    Community Answer
    Check the label. It should indicate whether it can be dry cleaned.
  • Question
    If I hand wash my North Face down coat, is it better to hang dry it?
    Sophia Koehler
    Community Answer
    Yes, it is generally recommended to hang dry a down coat after hand washing. Hanging it to dry helps maintain the shape and loft of the down filling.
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