How do I wash my ProPleat coat?

Hand wash is best. If needed, use a 30°C delicate cycle with non-bio liquid detergent. Do not use fabric softener, powder detergents, or bleach.

Will the pleats lose their shape?

Pleats are heat-set during manufacturing. After riding, smooth with your hand. If needed, refresh with a low/medium synthetic iron using a pressing cloth and a press-and-lift motion.

No. Hang dry only. Tumble heat can distort pleat memory and reduce performance.

Which detergent should I use?

Use non-bio liquid only. Avoid fabric softener, powder detergents, and bleach.

How do I re-proof the waterproofing?

Clean first, then apply a spray-on DWR to the outer shell, wipe off excess, and let it air cure for about 24 hours.

How often should I re-treat?

Re-treat when water stops beading or after several washes. More washing requires more frequent top-ups.

Can I use steam or an iron on the pleats?

Yes, carefully. Use a pressing cloth, follow original crease lines, and press-and-lift without dragging the iron.

Should I turn the coat inside out to wash?

No. Keep it the right way out so the outer shell cleans properly and the DWR isn't blocked.

How should I store the coat?

Hang on a strong hanger, not folded or crushed, and keep away from direct heat sources.

What fabric and treatments does ProPleat use?

Bionic-Finish® Eco polyester with a Teflon™ water-repellent treatment, engineered for up to 15,000 mm performance when cared for correctly.

How to Care for Horzehoods ProPleat Coats | Bionic Fabric Waterproof Guide

ProPleat BIONIC FABRIC + TEFLON™ TREATMENT CARE GUIDE

This care guide applies to all Horzehoods ProPleat coat designs.
Your coat is constructed using Bionic-Finish® Eco polyester performance fabric with a Teflon™ water-repellent treatment.
Bionic fabric is high performance, eco-friendly and made from recycled fibres.

Pleats are machine-pressed during manufacturing. Because the fabric is polyester-based, pleats can be heat-set at production to hold permanent crease memory which has been done on this garment we created.

To maintain the 15,000mm waterproof performance and to keep the pleats crisp, please follow the care rules below:

PLEATS

Pleats may lightly crease during riding or movement.
A gentle smoothing with the hand should allow them to sit straight again and sit back to their pressed shape.

WASHING

Hand wash only — ideally
If absolutely necessary for stubborn stains: 30°C max delicate cycle
(Even high performance fabrics have limits against saddle soaps, oils, greases, etc. If doing very messy jobs, use an older layer and save your coat for what it is designed for)

Use only:

Non-bio liquid detergent

Do not use:

Fabric conditioner / softener (kills water repellency)
Powder detergents (leave residue)
Bleach

DRYING

Hang dry only
Do not tumble dry (heat can distort pleat memory long-term)
Dry on a strong hanger so the weight naturally drops into shape

IRONING / STEAM

If pleats ever need sharpening:

Set iron to low/medium synthetic
Lay pleats flat and press gently with a pressing cloth (never direct iron on fabric)
Follow the original press lines
Do not drag the iron you must press and lift following the original press line
Steam can be used carefully down each pleat, but a cloth layer between iron and fabric is required

MAINTAINING MAX WATERPROOFING

All premium waterproof fabrics require top-ups of DWR (durable water repellent).

Signs the DWR is wearing:

Water stops beading and begins to absorb / darken the fabric

Re-treat every few months or when needed.
Frequent washing = more frequent re-treats.

HOW TO RE-TREAT — STEP-BY-STEP

1) Clean the Coat

Empty pockets, fasten zips + Velcro tabs
Use a specialist performance cleaner (Nikwax Tech Wash / Grangers Performance Wash)
→ household detergents leave residue which destroys DWR
Machine wash gentle synthetic cycle at 30°C if needed
Do not turn the coat inside out

2) Apply DWR (Spray-On Method)

Recommended for lined jackets so only the outer is treated
Hang the damp coat
Spray evenly over outer fabric from 15–20 cm distance (TX.Direct Spray-On / Grangers Performance Repel Plus etc)
Wipe excess to avoid patch marks
Ensure seams + high abrasion areas are covered

3) Activation

Nikwax does not require heat activation, air dry is fine
Do not tumble dry this garment
Allow full air dry for 24 hours before wearing

STORAGE

Store hung, not folded or crushed (protects pleat memory)
Keep away from direct strong heat (radiators / AGA etc)

FINAL NOTE

This coat has been developed inside the HH product development room and manufactured with factories specialising in premium ski wear because of how unique and technical the idea is.
However, even the highest end product is only as durable as the care it receives.

Look after your ProPleat and it will continue to look after you.

Caring for your HORZEHOODS ProPleat waterproof Coat