Men · Fleece

To keep your fleece soft, try hand washing for spot treatments; it’s gentler than machine washing and helps preserve the life and softness of your jacket. When you do machine wash your fleece, use cold water, mild detergent, turn the jacket inside out and air dry. You want to avoid pilling, which is when small areas of thread start to loosen and turn into tiny fuzzy balls. When cared for properly, a fleece jacket can last you a long time. Always consider the specific care instructions provided on the jacket when you get ready to clean your fleece.

Even your coziest fleece will need to be cleaned from time to time. For lighter cleaning, consider spot treating some stains or dirty areas. Start by soaking your fleece in a tub of cold water and mild detergent. Gently rub any stained or soiled areas to clean them. Fleece can be machine washable as well. Set your washer to the gentle cycle and use cold water and mild detergent. Wash your fleece inside out to avoid pilling. Air dry your fleece as high temperatures can damage the materials of your jacket. How often you wash a fleece garment depends on how frequently you wear it and how strenuous your activities are. If you sweat a lot in your jacket, it will need more frequent washing. Fleece can vary by brand, so always check the label on your clothing for specific care instructions.

Fleece is a soft fabric made from cotton, wool or synthetic materials meant to insulate heat and keep you warm. It is made by weaving fine fibers into fabric, which is then brushed for a desired texture. Fleece comes in a variety of styles from thinner French terry to fuzzy high-pile fleece for added warmth. The warm, breathable fabric is a great insulating layer, although it doesn’t provide some of the weather-resistant properties of other outerwear, such as waterproof rain jackets.