How do I wash a sleeping bag?

Use a front-loading washer on gentle cycle with sleeping bag-specific soap (Nikwax Down Wash for down, regular mild soap for synthetic). Never use a top-loading agitator washer — it can tear baffles. Dry on low heat with clean tennis balls to prevent clumping. Drying takes 2-3 hours. Air dry fully before storage to prevent mildew.

How should I store my sleeping bag at home?

Store sleeping bags loosely in a large cotton storage sack or hang them in a closet — never in the compressed stuff sack. Long-term compression permanently damages insulation loft, reducing warmth. Down bags are especially sensitive to compressed storage. Only compress your sleeping bag for transport to camping trips.

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