Product care — Sleeping bags

Sleeping Bag Care

A well-maintained sleeping bag retains its insulating power and durability in the long term.

🧹 Cleaning

• Machine wash at 30°C maximum, delicate cycle, with a special down or synthetic filling detergent (Nikwax Down Wash).
• No spin cycle: use a delicate cycle without strong spinning to avoid damaging the filling.
• Add 2-3 tennis balls to the drum to prevent the filling from clumping.
• Wash only when necessary (1 to 2 times per season maximum).

🌬️ Drying

• Tumble dry on low heat with tennis balls to restore loft to the filling.
• Allow 2 to 3 drying cycles for complete drying.
• Check that there is no residual moisture before storing.

📦 Storage

• Never store compressed in its compression sack: this crushes the filling and reduces its insulating power.
• Store in a large cotton bag or hung in an airy closet.
• Store clean and perfectly dry.

🔧 Common Repairs

• Small tear: Tenacious Tape self-adhesive patch applied inside and out.
• Stuck zipper: lubricate with beeswax.
• Clumped filling: tumble dry with tennis balls to redistribute it.

⏳ Lifespan and Signs of Wear

• Filling that no longer regains its loft = loss of insulating power, replacement necessary.
• Average lifespan: 5 to 15 years depending on frequency of use and storage.