Don't be like my friend. 🤦♀️🤣😘
Inspired by a real phone call with my friend today! :)
If you're going to wash your waterproof turnouts yourself remember:
❌ Don't wash them in hot water
❌ Don't put them in the dryer, hang to dry!
❌ Don't use detergent, use a blanket safe wash
❌ Never pressure wash them
Following these guidelines will extend the life and waterproofing properties of your blankets. ❤
Oh no....dry rot!
Oh no! Dry rot 😭 Thankfully this blanket was otherwise fine. I washed, did some repairs, waterproofed her and sent her home.
The winner of the free blanket wash is........ !
Repairing a shell rip.
Repairing a pretty big rip!
Securing the stitch.
One way of making sure a stitch doesn't pull is the "melt and smear" technique. Very technical, I don't recommend trying this at home. 😉
Care for Waterproof Blankets
☀️ UV degrades the waterproof membrane on blankets over time. If not on your horse, keep them out of the sun.
🚫 Never wash your waterproof blanket in a detergent, be sure to use a non-detergent soap that is SAFE for waterproof blankets.
🌡Never put your waterproof blanket in the dryer, this will cause the waterproof membrane to degrade. Only line dry.
🌧 If your blanket has lost its waterproof properties, use a waterproofer that is designed for the fabric types and still allows the blanket to breathe.