Skiing can be a rough sport…not only on your body…also on your clothes. But don’t let that keep you in the lodge all day. Most skiwear is made of high-quality fabrics and is an investment that’s built to last. Plus, with proper cleaning, your ski items can last even longer. So bring all your skiwear to the experts at Door To Door …and get ready for some wintertime fun.

Shells and Linings Need Special Care
Depending on the fiber content of the shell fabric and lining, ski clothes can be dry cleaned or washed. Typically, skiwear has an outer fabric made of durable polyester, nylon, cotton or a blend of these fibers. The inside linings are usually made of more lightweight fabrics that contain polyester, nylon, cotton, acrylic or wool. With so many varieties, it’s important that the care routine you choose is right for the fabric.

The Extras Add Up
Ski garments also contain protective coatings or filler materials, such as polyester batting, down or feathers, that provide additional warmth and water repellency and require strict attention when cleaning. Plus, trims and accessories—like buttons, reflective coatings, fur, leather, vinyl and zippers—are fun on the slopes, but can be tough to keep looking nice.

Advice for the Snowbound
Let Door To Door help keep your ski clothes looking great. Just follow these simple tips and you’ll see that it’s easy to make your skiwear look and feel like new, season after season :

• Skiwear is constantly exposed to the elements, so clean it often to avoid permanent soiling.
• Pay close attention to the care label. The manufacturer is the true expert and provides specific care instructions to ensure that the garment is properly cleaned.
• If washing garments at home, keep drying temperatures to a minimum, especially if the care instructions state "Tumble Dry Low," "Cool Iron," "Do Not Steam," or "Do Not Press." High drying temperatures can affect the inner linings that hold the filler materials, causing it to stiffen or shrink. If you aren’t sure of the proper care, it’s always best to contact the friendly professionals at Door To Door.
• Regularly check for rips or weak areas…small tears can quickly become large ones. In particular, creases and folds along the elasticized cuffs of the sleeves or lower hem edges are susceptible to damage from heavy use.
• Since ski clothes are an investment you want to protect, don’t try to fix a stain yourself. Trust the experts at Door To Door to handle every spot that shows up this winter.