Many Can Relate to This Common Laundry Mistake – Here’s the Solution

A woman turned to TikTok to warn people against a common laundry mistake that many can relate to.

In a viral clip that has amassed 2.5 million views, Aussie Tiegan Maree (@tieganmareee) holds up her deflated jacket to the camera.

“This is just a PSA to not wash your puffer jackets in the washing machine,” she shared with fellow TikTokers. “There’s no more puff — look!”

Scores of people flocked to the video, with some commenting that the warning was “common sense.”

Conversely, others were grateful for the advice, considering it could save them from similar mishaps.

“Everyone saying it’s common sense but I would have done this,” one wrote, while another joked: “It’s now a raincoat.”

Many others chimed in with tips to avoid making the same mistake.

“Wait for it to dry and then fluff up the sections to distribute the fluff around the jacket. Simples,” one suggested.

“Wash it again and put it through a low-temperature cycle in the dryer,” another advised.

“It’s all good,” a third reassured her. “Air dry and then shake the ever-loving daylights out of it! Just like new.”

According to Columbia Sportswear, some steps can help prevent such mishaps.

First and foremost, read the care labels as some items will have specific instructions for the materials used.

If opting to use a washing machine, make sure it is set to a gentle or delicate cycle with cold water and a mild detergent. The company advises against using products containing bleach or fabric softener.

For drying, “dry on low to no heat with two or three clean tennis balls to help redistribute the insulation,” the company suggests.

Source: TikTok, Columbia Sportswear