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Post by Jenni on Oct 29, 2012 8:36:43 GMT -5
I have had an oilskin duster for many years. I use it very rarely but it is sure nice to have when I need it. When I cleaned out my old trailer and got this new one, 3 years ago, everything got put in my dad's milkhouse. Many items, like the duster, never made it back intot he trailer. So the duster hung in the old milkhouse for 3 years. In that time part of the roof tim blew off and it leaked and got musty and moldy in there. Then when my dad tore down the barn last spring the duster was thrown in a heap with all my other stuff and got covered with insulation dust and construction dust. So it is a fuzzy, stinky long coat at this point.
I am wondering how to clean it. I took it out and hosed it off and have had it hanging outside for the past couple weeks. It does smell better but is still pretty dirty looking. It doesn't seem like something I want to throw in the wash. Can I scrub it down with soap and a brush?
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Post by KarenN on Oct 29, 2012 8:41:56 GMT -5
Not sure myself, but will be interested to see what you come up with. I just got a new oilskin, and I'm sure it will need cleaning someday!
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Post by KarenN on Oct 29, 2012 8:45:39 GMT -5
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Post by Marci on Oct 29, 2012 11:46:46 GMT -5
Yeah we washed Kerry's coat and then forgot it on the back porch. Its now streaked black and white and not water proof. So don't do that. I think Kerry's is history.
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Post by penny on Jun 24, 2016 10:43:44 GMT -5
this is my problem: I dont have a coat nor a "duster" . I have an ancient parasol / umbrella. It may be an antique chinese one. My mother is 97 and she got it about 40 years ago in china. It looks like oilskin , but I cant really open it as the material is sticky and the pleating of it when shut means it is adhering together. If we are not very careful we will rip it . Any one out there got any ideas ?
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Post by Marci on Jun 25, 2016 0:22:34 GMT -5
If its sticky would using a blow dryer on it to warm the wax? before opening help?
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Post by photosue on Mar 21, 2017 17:50:54 GMT -5
Copied from Outback Trading Company website:
What Can I Expect From A Brand New Oilskin Product?
Your oilskin garment may have a light oil surface residue from the manufacturing process. This is normal, and it will evaporate over time with normal wear. You can speed up the process by using a hair dryer. Care should be taken so the garment does not come into contact with other fabric or leather items until the surface oil has evaporated.
How Do I Clean My Oilskin Product?
1) soak in a tub of cold water, or hang outside and hose down
2) remove debris by brushing with a stiff brush
3) rinse in cold water
4) allow the coat to dry naturally — good air circulation, not in direct sunlight or close to a heat source
How Do I Reproof My Oilskin Product?
Periodic application of Duck Back Reproofing cream to the seams, friction points, and any dry areas will prolong the life and waterproof nature of your coat.
1) start with a clean, dry coat and a warm (hot) day
2) place coat in the sunshine for several minutes to allow it to heat up so it feels warm and supple to the touch. Do not leave unattended fabrics, extended exposure to sunlight will sun-bleach the fabric.
3) warm up the Duck Back dressing by putting the jar in the sun or in a pan of hot water
4) apply dressing sparingly to the coat using a clean cloth — a little extra to the seams and friction points
5) the sun will spread the dressing evenly and quickly through the coat fabric
6) a hand-held hair drier can be used to work the dressing into the cloth if you are reproofing when it is not hot and sunny
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