Cleaning & Care For Down Outerwear
Professional cleaning for down jackets, parkas, and puffers using controlled methods designed to protect insulation, shell fabrics, and loft.
- PERC-free, silicone-based GreenEarth cleaning
- Free pickup & delivery
What Qualifies as Down Outerwear
Down outerwear refers to insulated garments filled with natural down or synthetic alternatives, designed to provide warmth while remaining lightweight. These items require specialized cleaning to protect insulation, shell fabrics, and construction details.
This Service Covers:
- Puffer coats and vests
- Down jackets and parkas
- Technical shells with down or synthetic fill
- Lightweight and heavy winter down outerwear
- Premium and performance outerwear worn close to the skin
What Our Clients Have To Say
Why Down Outerwear Needs a Controlled Approach
Down outerwear is designed to keep you warm without added bulk. Insulation, shell fabrics, and construction details work together, and improper cleaning can affect warmth, fit, and durability. Harsh chemicals or incomplete drying often cause more harm than good.
What Needs to Be Managed
- Loft & warmth preservation
- Shell and coating protection
- Moisture and odor control
- Targeted oil removal
Here’s how our Luxury Outerwear cleaning process works
The Gibson's Process
- Premium Down Coats, Any Length: $99
- Specialty Coats (Coats with Leather Trim): $115
FREE PICK UP AND DELIVERY AVAILABLE ACROSS THE GTA OR Live outside our service area? You can ship us your coat and we’ll clean it and send it back to you! Send us an email at customerservice@gibsonscleaners.com. We want you to be happy with our services and will gladly reclean an item free of charge. All requests for recleaning must be initiated within 14 days of the date of pick-up.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is down outerwear cleaned differently than regular coats?
Yes. Down insulation, shell coatings, and stitching require controlled cleaning and drying. Improper methods can cause clumping, odor, or loss of warmth, which is why down outerwear is handled separately from standard coats.
Will my jacket lose its warmth or loft after cleaning?
No. Proper professional cleaning and thorough drying are designed to restore loft by evenly redistributing insulation and removing oils that weigh down the fill.
How do you prevent clumping in down jackets?
Clumping is prevented through controlled cleaning and extended, low-temperature drying that allows the insulation to dry fully and separate evenly.
Is your cleaning process safe for shell fabrics and coatings?
Yes. Shell materials and finishes are evaluated before cleaning. Methods are selected to avoid harsh chemicals, excessive heat, or agitation that can damage coatings or fabrics.
How long will it take to clean my parka or jacket?
If my coat has fur, should I remove it before cleaning?
Quality Care, Wherever You Are in the GTA
Service Areas
Whether you’re in downtown Toronto or the surrounding suburbs, our free pick‑up and delivery service brings Gibson’s award‑winning, nationally renowned care to your doorstep across the entire Greater Toronto Area.
- Downtown Toronto Core
- Rosedale, Summerhill & Moore Park
- Lawrence Park
- Forrest Hill
- Oakville Lakeshore
- The Beaches & Leslieville
- Yorkville
- Yonge and Eglington
- Port Credit
- Lorne Park
- Minneola
- Old Oakville
- South Oakville
- Bronte
- Clarkson
- And Beyond!