Care Of Mink Coats

We recommend storing your Mink coat with a professional furrier in the
Spring of each year. While it's there, have the furrier condition,
clean and glaze it, regardless of how often it was worn. Keeping your
mink coat at home over the Summer will reduce it's life. Both normal
and cedar closets are not suitable for storage unless they are
equipped with proper air circulation, constant 50oF and 50% humidity
to maintain valuable moisture. Also, the smell from the use of cedar
and mothballs will adhere to fur, leathers and wool, creating lasting
unpleasant odors. The smell of both moth and cedar balls often adhere
to Mink and other fur and creates unpleasant odors. Proper cleaning
and annual conditioning will remove most odors.

While you have your Mink coat at home, allow your garment proper space
in your closet. Never keep your valuable Mink coat in a plastic bag.
Your fur requires proper air circulation; Use a cloth bag when
traveling or transporting your precious Mink to and from storage.

Do not sit too long on your Mink garment, as this may lead to
crushing. Refrain from excessive use of shoulder straps while wearing
your Mink, as this too will lead to pre-mature wear. If your Mink coat
gets wet, shake it off and let dry naturally. Using heat can cause
both fur and leather to dry out. If your Mink garment gets soaked, it
will need special attention, by a fur specialist.

Be sure to have proper annual care including cleaning. This process
replenishes essential oils necessary for the longevity of your Mink
coat. Mend any small tears immediately. Often times delaying a repair
can lead to an expensive replacement of complete Mink pelts.

Your Mink garments and other furs, leathers, Minks and fine outerwear
will provide you years of enjoyable wear when they are professionally
conditioned and stored. Each spring store your garments in a
temperature and humidity-controlled vault. Keep your garments away

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