For all its apparent fragility, fur coats are actually quite hardy and long wearing. Given the proper care and attention, there is no reason why your fur coat shouldn’t retain its beauty style and comfort for decades to come. In fact, you might get tired of your fur jacket or fur coat long before it becomes unfit to wear.

That being said, there are some things you can do to keep your fur apparel as beautiful as the day you bought it. Here are a few tips.

Store it in an appropriate place. Make sure that you have a coat closet to put your fur coat in, and that that is not exposed to light. Prolonged light exposure may cause the colors of your fur coat to fade. Also make sure that there are no hot water or steam pipes in the wall behind the closet, since this can adversely affect the quality of your fur items. Also ensure that your fur coat has enough room and that it isn’t being crowded by other clothing.

Don’t keep your fur coat in the closet all throughout summer. By sending it away to a furrier for professional storage, you will be able to extend the life of your beloved fur items considerably. This will benefit any type of fur clothing, including fur stoles, mink coats, fur hats, fur vests, and anything with some fur content.

Send out your fur clothing for professional cleaning. It is important to make sure that your items are cleaned only by a fur specialist. Sending it out to your regular dry cleaner is a good way to shorten the life of your fur. In addition, a fur specialist will also condition your items, making it look better and providing additional protection.

Follow these simple tips, and you will be able to enjoy your fur coat for many years to come!