Jackets are not suitable for washing in a washing machine, especially if they are made of leather or special materials. The spinning and agitation process of a washing machine can easily cause irreversible damage to the jacket, such as wear, fading, and even tearing. Also, due to the waterproof nature of the jacket, the inner spinning of the washing machine may cause some areas to not be fully cleaned, leaving stains.
However, if the jacket is made of a generally washable material, such as nylon or polyester, and the label inside the jacket indicates that it can be machine washed, then the jacket can be washed in a washing machine after taking the appropriate washing methods and precautions. This includes choosing the correct washing method, temperature, detergent, and putting away the zipper of the jacket or metal buttons or hooks before washing to avoid damaging the washing machine.
For genuine leather jackets, it is best not to wash them in water, and dry cleaning is recommended. Jackets made of other materials depend on the washing requirements and are generally washable. Before washing, you need to remove the lockstitching at the hem and cuffs of the jacket, place a smooth and clean wooden board with rounded ends in the middle, and use a small brush dipped in warm and light detergent to scrub along the lining lines. When drying, hang the jacket with the reverse side facing outward in a cool and ventilated place.
In short, when deciding whether to wash the jacket in the washing machine, you should first check the washing label inside the jacket and choose the most appropriate washing method based on the material and washing requirements of the jacket. If the jacket is made of special materials or the label indicates that machine washing is prohibited, you should follow these instructions to avoid damaging the jacket.