Impressed.

I love dogs. They really are the best, except when they knock an entire hot chocolate out of your hand inside your truck because they thought they saw another dogs and then the hot chocolate gets all over your brand new down jacket. Well you've gotta clean it up somehow, and you can't use normal detergent since that will ruin and clump the down. That's why I chose Nikwax Down Wash Direct. It's gentle on my gear and won't effect the finish of the fabrics, but will leave the jacket with a nice neutral smell. I have used a couple of different products, but nothing keeps the down lofty as Nikwax. Just toss some drier balls in when you dry the jacket and you'll be all set.

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I think it does an ok job of cleaning down jackets. Have also used with synthetic insulation on accident and it didn't do any harm but there is probably a better product out there. It does leave a little residue sometimes so rinsing twice is a good idea.

Extra Rinse Required

Did a fantastic job cleaning up my down jacket and vest at the end of the ski season last year. Dirt spots came clean and brought a fresh scent to both vest and puffy. I did find though that the soap maybe has a harder time rinsing out of both the best and hoody leaving a bit of a residue on the outside on the garments. Did a re-wash and used the extra rise function on the washer and a majority of the soap residue from the previous cycle came out during the second wash.

Nikwax Down Wash is a fantastic cleaner for all my down jackets and sleeping bags. It gently cleans without damaging the insulation, restoring loft and water repellency without the use of harsh chemicals. After washing, my gear looked fresh and felt just like new—light, fluffy, and warm again. It’s super easy to use in a regular washing machine. If you want to safely clean and revive your down gear, this is the product to trust!

Great project treat my items with down with white gloves - this works so well & so gentle