fur care & storage

All Seasons Garment Care is honored to have been selected by Ribnick Furs to carry on their tradition of trusted fur storage and care. In addition to our cold storage facilities, our team of experts can handle any alterations, cleaning, and repair your furs may need. Learn more about the selection of fur care, storage, and maintenance services offered by the All Seasons Garment Care family below. 

Cold Storage

Cold storage plays an integral part in prolonging the longevity of your fur and shearling. Professional cold storage provides the proper temperature and humidity to prevent loss of natural oils and deterioration of the pelts. Evaporation of these essential oils slows down when garments are placed into cold storage. The more time in cold storage, the longer your fur and shearling will last.

If a coat is kept in an area with low humidity, the natural oils will evaporate quickly causing the garment to become dry and brittle. If the humidity is too high, the pelts can rot quickly.
                        
Is it OK to store fur and shearling in a freezer? The answer is absolutely not! As the pelt freezes, it contracts, and when it thaws the pelt expands, which causes stress on every seam in the garment.


Mothballs

Adding mothballs to home storage is never recommended because the fur and lining absorb the odor and are nearly impossible to remove. We often see coats with moth damage from garments improperly monitored in custom cedar closets. The only fix for moth damage is pelt replacement which is an extremely expensive repair.

Storage

As a rule, it’s time to store your garments when it’s too warm to wear them. Our on-premise storage gives you easy accessibility when the weather suddenly turns cold. Cold storage is fast, it’s easy and it’s one of the most important elements of fur and shearling care.


Alterations + Annual Care

It is essential to have small rips fixed as soon as possible before they become major problems. Annual inspections can find rips in the fur, loose closures, and open seams in the lining. If the lining in your fur is showing signs of wear and tear, you can choose a new lining that will be expertly hand-sewn into your fur. Timely attention to repairs will keep your garment in top-notch condition.


Fur Care

Here are a few quick tips to ensure your fur stays in perfect condition for years to come. 

  • Store your garments in cold storage.

  • Never store your fur in a freezer, cedar closet or in an area with mothballs.

  • Do not store your garments in a bag at home. Only use the bags for travel.

  • Do not hang your garment in direct light or near a heat source.

  • Have your garments professionally cleaned annually.

  • Do not dry-clean or launder your fur or shearling.

  • Avoid applying perfume near your fur.

  • Hang your garment on a broad-shouldered hanger.

  • Have rips fixed promptly

For more information:

612-332-4321

furcare@allseasonsgarmentcare.com