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By Dahlia Rizk

General Coat Care Guide: How to Wash and Care for Kids’ Winter Coats (Without Ruining Them)


Kids winter coats and jackets get a lot of love and a lot of dirt. From spilled hot chocolate to dirty playground snow, parents often wonder how to keep coats clean without damaging them. Here’s a general guide on how to make sure your child’s coat lasts all season and beyond.

Step 1: Spot Clean First

  • Use a damp cloth or sponge for small messes.

  • Save full washes for big spills or end-of-season cleaning.

Step 2: Gentle Washing (always check the care tag)

  • Use warm water on a delicate cycle.

  • Avoid harsh detergents with bleach or fabric softeners.

  • For Seawool® or technical fabrics, use a mild eco-friendly detergent.

Step 3: Skip the Dryer

  • Some coats require air drying flat to prevent clumping or tumble dry on low with no heat and a few clean tennis balls to fluff insulation.. Buckle Me Baby Car Seat Coats keep things easy for parents and are dried on tumble dry low.

  • No ironing