Why a Fur Coat needs Cleaning and Storage

CHICAGO - March 30, 2016 - PRLog -- Does your fur coat really need cleaning and storage during the summer? One of the most important steps after purchasing a fur coat is taking care of your investment. That means yearly cleaning and storage. You may not think your coat is dirty, but furs absorb odors and dust just hanging in your closet. Makeup and oils from your hair and hands can cause the hairs to stick together. There is no question, in order to preserve your fur and keep the pelts supple, you should have your fur cleaned and stored in a cold storage vault every summer. This simple move will have your fur looking as beautiful as the day you bought it.

Cleaning a Fur Coat

Fur coat cleaning is a hands-on process.  First, the lining is inspected and hand cleaned to remove salt stains. Next, the coat is placed in a drum with a saw dust based material used specifically to clean fur. This process will remove oils, makeup, dirt and odors. Then the fur is transferred to another drum and tumbled to remove loose hairs, the pollutants and the cleaning material.

Following the drums, the coat is hand glazed and conditioned, restoring your furs natural sheen. The final step is a thorough inspection by a fur seamstress to repair any tears, lining, or tighten closures.

When you have a fur coat or jacket cleaned, take them only to an Authorized Fur care Specialist. Fur cleaning is like no other cleaning process. An Authorized Fur care Specialist uses equipment and materials specifically designed for fur.

Storing a Fur Coat

For maximum protection when storing a fur coat, always choose a professional facility with a humidity controlled and temperature controlled cold storage vault. Prior to placing your fur coat in the vault, the storage specialist will examine the fur, lining, all closures and pockets.

Cold Storage facilities for fur storage should have:
• 35-55° temperatures
• Humidity controlled between 45 and 55%
• Insect proof
• Theft protection
• Minimal U.V. light exposure
• Ample space for each garment

A fur coat should not be stored at your home. Keeping your coat at home in a closet when it is warm will cause the pelts to become dry, brittle and deteriorate. Because furs absorb odors, you should never use moth balls or a cedar closet to store your precious fur coats. Perfumes, smoke from fire places and cooking are also culprits when it comes to fur.

For additional information of fur coat storage and cleaning, visit Kluger Furs website at http://klugerfurs.com