When choosing a down jacket, the choice of filler and fabric is both important. The following is a guide to buying down jackets:
1. Filling selection:
– High-quality filling should be goose down or duck down. Goose down is softer and warmer than duck down, but the price is correspondingly higher. Duck down strikes a balance between warmth and price.
– The down content of the filling is also a factor to consider. The higher the down content of the filling, the better the warmth of the down jacket. Generally, down content above 80% is considered high quality.
– In addition, pay attention to check the health indicators of the filling, such as whether it has passed international certification to ensure that no harmful substances are used.
2. Fabric waterproof performance:
– The waterproof performance of the fabric determines the moisture-proof and rain-snow resistance of the down jacket. Generally speaking, the better the waterproof performance, the more suitable the down jacket is for use in wet and cold environments.
– Fabrics can be waterproofed in two ways: surface coating and composite membrane. The composite membrane has better waterproof performance, but it will affect the breathability of the fabric. The surface coating has relatively poor waterproof performance but better breathability.
– Pay attention to the waterproof level of the down jacket, which is generally evaluated using international standards such as Gore-Tex. Common grades range from IPX-1 to IPX-8. The larger the number, the better the waterproof performance.
When purchasing a down jacket, it is recommended to choose a down material with high filler content and qualified health certification. For fabrics, choose a type with moderate waterproof performance based on actual needs. Climatic conditions in different regions and seasons are also important factors to consider when purchasing down jackets.
