It’s not just bedding that needs regular care. Your mattress, pillow, and blanket also need to be cleaned and aired out on a regular basis. In this article, we’ll talk about which blankets you can wash yourself and which ones are best left to a professional dry cleaner. We’ll also share other useful tips on care.
Why do you need laundry?
Over time, any blanket can accumulate dust or develop an unpleasant odor. In addition, it can be contaminated by spilled liquids or other sources of contamination. As a result, conditions for the reproduction of bacteria and microorganisms appear inside, which provoke the appearance of questionable aromas and allergic reactions. Therefore, even models made of the most modern materials need to be washed or cleaned with special products from time to time. This will not only ensure their freshness, but also extend their service life.
What to consider before washing
First of all, you need to read the manufacturer’s recommendation. This information can be read on the label and/or packaging of the blanket. It indicates the available washing method, the optimal temperature, and whether machine drying is allowed. For some products, the manufacturer provides only dry cleaning. You should not ignore this recommendation. The blanket may lose its appearance, and the filler may clump and not straighten out even after thorough drying.
If there is no tag, first of all, focus on the composition. Eucalyptus, synthetic winterizer, holofiber, synthetic winterizer and other modern fillers are usually easily washed by hand or in a machine on a delicate cycle at 30 °C.
A quilt is quite heavy and loses its structure when in contact with water, so it is better to take it to a dry cleaner. Such products especially need regular airing, and they need to be shaken often. This will evenly distribute the filler, saturate it with air and get rid of excess moisture, which leads to the appearance of a musty smell.
Wool blankets also require delicate care. The filler loses its properties with frequent contact with water, so professional dry cleaning and timely airing are desirable. At home, wool blankets can be washed in a special mode no more than once a year and if this does not contradict the manufacturer’s recommendations. The same applies to blankets containing natural silk.
What tools are better to use?
The first rule is that the composition should not contain chlorine or other bleaches. They destroy the structure of any filler, as a result, the blanket loses its properties.
The second rule is that liquid gel is better than powder. This is especially true for wool products. For them, it is better to choose a special product that softens the fibers and is easily washed out when rinsing.
For bamboo, holofiber, and any synthetic filler, both a universal liquid detergent and a regular powder without bleach are suitable.
Rule three – conditioner as a rinse aid is allowed when washing any blankets, except those containing down or feathers.
How to wash a blanket by hand
If there are stains on the cover, treat them with a special stain remover or gently scrub heavily soiled areas with soap, gel and a sponge. Remember that they should not contain chlorine.
Fill a bathtub with cool water (no higher than 30-40 °C, taking into account the composition and information from the manufacturer). Add the required amount of detergent and dissolve it thoroughly throughout the entire volume of the liquid. Then immerse the blanket in the bathtub so that the water completely covers it, and leave it in this state for about 15 minutes.
Wash the product with light beating movements, do not rub the fabric with force or wring it out. This will avoid deformation of the filler, preserve its properties and extend its service life.
Rinse the blanket thoroughly until the water in the bathtub runs completely clear. Products with synthetic fillers can be wrung out by hand and left to dry horizontally.
For blankets made from other materials, excess water should drain naturally. You can then move the item to a horizontal surface.
How to wash a blanket in a washing machine
Make sure that the weight of the blanket, when wet, does not exceed the permissible load on the drum. Water increases the weight of the product approximately twice. Even a light blanket should not fill the drum by more than 80%. Free space is necessary for a high-quality wash and, especially, for a high-quality rinse.
The optimal spin speed is no more than 800 rpm. This applies to blankets made of modern fillers. It is not recommended to wring out down and wool models. They also benefit from an additional rinse option.
A clean blanket should be dried horizontally. Light items can be laid out on a special dryer, and heavy items can be placed on the floor, after laying down several layers of absorbent, non-staining material. You can turn the blanket over and shake it a few times during the process.
Any blanket should be dried in a ventilated room and as far away from hot radiators as possible.
Briefly about the main thing
— Refer to the manufacturer’s recommendations or the warehouse if the tag is lost. If home washing is prohibited, professional dry cleaning or steam cleaning is recommended.
- Do not forget to regularly air and lightly shake the products, saturating the filler with oxygen and removing excess moisture.
- When washing in a machine, choose a delicate mode with a low spin speed and a temperature of 30-40 ° C. Do not wring out wool and down blankets.
- Prefer liquid detergent without bleach.
- When hand washing, pre-soak the blanket, do not rub too hard and rinse the product thoroughly.
- Dry the blanket spread out, in a horizontal position.
Proper care of bedding is the key to a comfortable sleep. In addition, timely cleaning extends the life of the blanket and preserves its properties.
It’s not just bedding that needs regular care. Your mattress, pillow, and blanket also need to be cleaned and aired out on a regular basis. In this article, we’ll talk about which blankets you can wash yourself and which ones are best left to a professional dry cleaner. We’ll also share other useful tips on care.
Why do you need laundry?
Over time, any blanket can accumulate dust or develop an unpleasant odor. In addition, it can be contaminated by spilled liquids or other sources of contamination. As a result, conditions for the reproduction of bacteria and microorganisms appear inside, which provoke the appearance of questionable aromas and allergic reactions. Therefore, even models made of the most modern materials need to be washed or cleaned with special products from time to time. This will not only ensure their freshness, but also extend their service life.
What to consider before washing
First of all, you need to read the manufacturer’s recommendation. This information can be read on the label and/or packaging of the blanket. It indicates the available washing method, the optimal temperature, and whether machine drying is allowed. For some products, the manufacturer provides only dry cleaning. You should not ignore this recommendation. The blanket may lose its appearance, and the filler may clump and not straighten out even after thorough drying.
If there is no tag, first of all, focus on the composition. Eucalyptus, synthetic winterizer, holofiber, synthetic winterizer and other modern fillers are usually easily washed by hand or in a machine on a delicate cycle at 30 °C.
A quilt is quite heavy and loses its structure when in contact with water, so it is better to take it to a dry cleaner. Such products especially need regular airing, and they need to be shaken often. This will evenly distribute the filler, saturate it with air and get rid of excess moisture, which leads to the appearance of a musty smell.
Wool blankets also require delicate care. The filler loses its properties with frequent contact with water, so professional dry cleaning and timely airing are desirable. At home, wool blankets can be washed in a special mode no more than once a year and if this does not contradict the manufacturer’s recommendations. The same applies to blankets containing natural silk.
What tools are better to use?
The first rule is that the composition should not contain chlorine or other bleaches. They destroy the structure of any filler, as a result, the blanket loses its properties.
The second rule is that liquid gel is better than powder. This is especially true for wool products. For them, it is better to choose a special product that softens the fibers and is easily washed out when rinsing.
For bamboo, holofiber, and any synthetic filler, both a universal liquid detergent and a regular powder without bleach are suitable.
Rule three – conditioner as a rinse aid is allowed when washing any blankets, except those containing down or feathers.
How to wash a blanket by hand
If there are stains on the cover, treat them with a special stain remover or gently scrub heavily soiled areas with soap, gel and a sponge. Remember that they should not contain chlorine.
Fill a bathtub with cool water (no higher than 30-40 °C, taking into account the composition and information from the manufacturer). Add the required amount of detergent and dissolve it thoroughly throughout the entire volume of the liquid. Then immerse the blanket in the bathtub so that the water completely covers it, and leave it in this state for about 15 minutes.
Wash the product with light beating movements, do not rub the fabric with force or wring it out. This will avoid deformation of the filler, preserve its properties and extend its service life.
Rinse the blanket thoroughly until the water in the bathtub runs completely clear. Products with synthetic fillers can be wrung out by hand and left to dry horizontally.
For blankets made from other materials, excess water should drain naturally. You can then move the item to a horizontal surface.
How to wash a blanket in a washing machine
Make sure that the weight of the blanket, when wet, does not exceed the permissible load on the drum. Water increases the weight of the product approximately twice. Even a light blanket should not fill the drum by more than 80%. Free space is necessary for a high-quality wash and, especially, for a high-quality rinse.
The optimal spin speed is no more than 800 rpm. This applies to blankets made of modern fillers. It is not recommended to wring out down and wool models. They also benefit from an additional rinse option.
A clean blanket should be dried horizontally. Light items can be laid out on a special dryer, and heavy items can be placed on the floor, after laying down several layers of absorbent, non-staining material. You can turn the blanket over and shake it a few times during the process.
Any blanket should be dried in a ventilated room and as far away from hot radiators as possible.
Briefly about the main thing
— Refer to the manufacturer’s recommendations or the warehouse if the tag is lost. If home washing is prohibited, professional dry cleaning or steam cleaning is recommended.
- Do not forget to regularly air and lightly shake the products, saturating the filler with oxygen and removing excess moisture.
- When washing in a machine, choose a delicate mode with a low spin speed and a temperature of 30-40 ° C. Do not wring out wool and down blankets.
- Prefer liquid detergent without bleach.
- When hand washing, pre-soak the blanket, do not rub too hard and rinse the product thoroughly.
- Dry the blanket spread out, in a horizontal position.
Proper care of bedding is the key to a comfortable sleep. In addition, timely cleaning extends the life of the blanket and preserves its properties.
Why do you need laundry?
Over time, any blanket can accumulate dust or develop an unpleasant odor. In addition, it can be contaminated by spilled liquids or other sources of contamination. As a result, conditions for the reproduction of bacteria and microorganisms appear inside, which provoke the appearance of questionable aromas and allergic reactions. Therefore, even models made of the most modern materials need to be washed or cleaned with special products from time to time. This will not only ensure their freshness, but also extend their service life.
What to consider before washing
First of all, you need to read the manufacturer’s recommendation. This information can be read on the label and/or packaging of the blanket. It indicates the available washing method, the optimal temperature, and whether machine drying is allowed. For some products, the manufacturer provides only dry cleaning. You should not ignore this recommendation. The blanket may lose its appearance, and the filler may clump and not straighten out even after thorough drying.
If there is no tag, first of all, focus on the composition. Eucalyptus, synthetic winterizer, holofiber, synthetic winterizer and other modern fillers are usually easily washed by hand or in a machine on a delicate cycle at 30 °C.
A quilt is quite heavy and loses its structure when in contact with water, so it is better to take it to a dry cleaner. Such products especially need regular airing, and they need to be shaken often. This will evenly distribute the filler, saturate it with air and get rid of excess moisture, which leads to the appearance of a musty smell.
Wool blankets also require delicate care. The filler loses its properties with frequent contact with water, so professional dry cleaning and timely airing are desirable. At home, wool blankets can be washed in a special mode no more than once a year and if this does not contradict the manufacturer’s recommendations. The same applies to blankets containing natural silk.
What tools are better to use?
The first rule is that the composition should not contain chlorine or other bleaches. They destroy the structure of any filler, as a result, the blanket loses its properties.
The second rule is that liquid gel is better than powder. This is especially true for wool products. For them, it is better to choose a special product that softens the fibers and is easily washed out when rinsing.
For bamboo, holofiber, and any synthetic filler, both a universal liquid detergent and a regular powder without bleach are suitable.
Rule three – conditioner as a rinse aid is allowed when washing any blankets, except those containing down or feathers.
How to wash a blanket by hand
If there are stains on the cover, treat them with a special stain remover or gently scrub heavily soiled areas with soap, gel and a sponge. Remember that they should not contain chlorine.
Fill a bathtub with cool water (no higher than 30-40 °C, taking into account the composition and information from the manufacturer). Add the required amount of detergent and dissolve it thoroughly throughout the entire volume of the liquid. Then immerse the blanket in the bathtub so that the water completely covers it, and leave it in this state for about 15 minutes.
Wash the product with light beating movements, do not rub the fabric with force or wring it out. This will avoid deformation of the filler, preserve its properties and extend its service life.
Rinse the blanket thoroughly until the water in the bathtub runs completely clear. Products with synthetic fillers can be wrung out by hand and left to dry horizontally.
For blankets made from other materials, excess water should drain naturally. You can then move the item to a horizontal surface.
How to wash a blanket in a washing machine
Make sure that the weight of the blanket, when wet, does not exceed the permissible load on the drum. Water increases the weight of the product approximately twice. Even a light blanket should not fill the drum by more than 80%. Free space is necessary for a high-quality wash and, especially, for a high-quality rinse.
The optimal spin speed is no more than 800 rpm. This applies to blankets made of modern fillers. It is not recommended to wring out down and wool models. They also benefit from an additional rinse option.
A clean blanket should be dried horizontally. Light items can be laid out on a special dryer, and heavy items can be placed on the floor, after laying down several layers of absorbent, non-staining material. You can turn the blanket over and shake it a few times during the process.
Any blanket should be dried in a ventilated room and as far away from hot radiators as possible.
Briefly about the main thing
— Refer to the manufacturer’s recommendations or the warehouse if the tag is lost. If home washing is prohibited, professional dry cleaning or steam cleaning is recommended.
- Do not forget to regularly air and lightly shake the products, saturating the filler with oxygen and removing excess moisture.
- When washing in a machine, choose a delicate mode with a low spin speed and a temperature of 30-40 ° C. Do not wring out wool and down blankets.
- Prefer liquid detergent without bleach.
- When hand washing, pre-soak the blanket, do not rub too hard and rinse the product thoroughly.
- Dry the blanket spread out, in a horizontal position.
Proper care of bedding is the key to a comfortable sleep. In addition, timely cleaning extends the life of the blanket and preserves its properties.
What to consider before washing
First of all, you need to read the manufacturer’s recommendation. This information can be read on the label and/or packaging of the blanket. It indicates the available washing method, the optimal temperature, and whether machine drying is allowed. For some products, the manufacturer provides only dry cleaning. You should not ignore this recommendation. The blanket may lose its appearance, and the filler may clump and not straighten out even after thorough drying.
If there is no tag, first of all, focus on the composition. Eucalyptus, synthetic winterizer, holofiber, synthetic winterizer and other modern fillers are usually easily washed by hand or in a machine on a delicate cycle at 30 °C.
A quilt is quite heavy and loses its structure when in contact with water, so it is better to take it to a dry cleaner. Such products especially need regular airing, and they need to be shaken often. This will evenly distribute the filler, saturate it with air and get rid of excess moisture, which leads to the appearance of a musty smell.
Wool blankets also require delicate care. The filler loses its properties with frequent contact with water, so professional dry cleaning and timely airing are desirable. At home, wool blankets can be washed in a special mode no more than once a year and if this does not contradict the manufacturer’s recommendations. The same applies to blankets containing natural silk.
What tools are better to use?
The first rule is that the composition should not contain chlorine or other bleaches. They destroy the structure of any filler, as a result, the blanket loses its properties.
The second rule is that liquid gel is better than powder. This is especially true for wool products. For them, it is better to choose a special product that softens the fibers and is easily washed out when rinsing.
For bamboo, holofiber, and any synthetic filler, both a universal liquid detergent and a regular powder without bleach are suitable.
Rule three – conditioner as a rinse aid is allowed when washing any blankets, except those containing down or feathers.
How to wash a blanket by hand
If there are stains on the cover, treat them with a special stain remover or gently scrub heavily soiled areas with soap, gel and a sponge. Remember that they should not contain chlorine.
Fill a bathtub with cool water (no higher than 30-40 °C, taking into account the composition and information from the manufacturer). Add the required amount of detergent and dissolve it thoroughly throughout the entire volume of the liquid. Then immerse the blanket in the bathtub so that the water completely covers it, and leave it in this state for about 15 minutes.
Wash the product with light beating movements, do not rub the fabric with force or wring it out. This will avoid deformation of the filler, preserve its properties and extend its service life.
Rinse the blanket thoroughly until the water in the bathtub runs completely clear. Products with synthetic fillers can be wrung out by hand and left to dry horizontally.
For blankets made from other materials, excess water should drain naturally. You can then move the item to a horizontal surface.
How to wash a blanket in a washing machine
Make sure that the weight of the blanket, when wet, does not exceed the permissible load on the drum. Water increases the weight of the product approximately twice. Even a light blanket should not fill the drum by more than 80%. Free space is necessary for a high-quality wash and, especially, for a high-quality rinse.
The optimal spin speed is no more than 800 rpm. This applies to blankets made of modern fillers. It is not recommended to wring out down and wool models. They also benefit from an additional rinse option.
A clean blanket should be dried horizontally. Light items can be laid out on a special dryer, and heavy items can be placed on the floor, after laying down several layers of absorbent, non-staining material. You can turn the blanket over and shake it a few times during the process.
Any blanket should be dried in a ventilated room and as far away from hot radiators as possible.
Briefly about the main thing
— Refer to the manufacturer’s recommendations or the warehouse if the tag is lost. If home washing is prohibited, professional dry cleaning or steam cleaning is recommended.
- Do not forget to regularly air and lightly shake the products, saturating the filler with oxygen and removing excess moisture.
- When washing in a machine, choose a delicate mode with a low spin speed and a temperature of 30-40 ° C. Do not wring out wool and down blankets.
- Prefer liquid detergent without bleach.
- When hand washing, pre-soak the blanket, do not rub too hard and rinse the product thoroughly.
- Dry the blanket spread out, in a horizontal position.
Proper care of bedding is the key to a comfortable sleep. In addition, timely cleaning extends the life of the blanket and preserves its properties.
What tools are better to use?
The first rule is that the composition should not contain chlorine or other bleaches. They destroy the structure of any filler, as a result, the blanket loses its properties.
The second rule is that liquid gel is better than powder. This is especially true for wool products. For them, it is better to choose a special product that softens the fibers and is easily washed out when rinsing.
For bamboo, holofiber, and any synthetic filler, both a universal liquid detergent and a regular powder without bleach are suitable.
Rule three – conditioner as a rinse aid is allowed when washing any blankets, except those containing down or feathers.
How to wash a blanket by hand
If there are stains on the cover, treat them with a special stain remover or gently scrub heavily soiled areas with soap, gel and a sponge. Remember that they should not contain chlorine.
Fill a bathtub with cool water (no higher than 30-40 °C, taking into account the composition and information from the manufacturer). Add the required amount of detergent and dissolve it thoroughly throughout the entire volume of the liquid. Then immerse the blanket in the bathtub so that the water completely covers it, and leave it in this state for about 15 minutes.
Wash the product with light beating movements, do not rub the fabric with force or wring it out. This will avoid deformation of the filler, preserve its properties and extend its service life.
Rinse the blanket thoroughly until the water in the bathtub runs completely clear. Products with synthetic fillers can be wrung out by hand and left to dry horizontally.
For blankets made from other materials, excess water should drain naturally. You can then move the item to a horizontal surface.
How to wash a blanket in a washing machine
Make sure that the weight of the blanket, when wet, does not exceed the permissible load on the drum. Water increases the weight of the product approximately twice. Even a light blanket should not fill the drum by more than 80%. Free space is necessary for a high-quality wash and, especially, for a high-quality rinse.
The optimal spin speed is no more than 800 rpm. This applies to blankets made of modern fillers. It is not recommended to wring out down and wool models. They also benefit from an additional rinse option.
A clean blanket should be dried horizontally. Light items can be laid out on a special dryer, and heavy items can be placed on the floor, after laying down several layers of absorbent, non-staining material. You can turn the blanket over and shake it a few times during the process.
Any blanket should be dried in a ventilated room and as far away from hot radiators as possible.
Briefly about the main thing
— Refer to the manufacturer’s recommendations or the warehouse if the tag is lost. If home washing is prohibited, professional dry cleaning or steam cleaning is recommended.
- Do not forget to regularly air and lightly shake the products, saturating the filler with oxygen and removing excess moisture.
- When washing in a machine, choose a delicate mode with a low spin speed and a temperature of 30-40 ° C. Do not wring out wool and down blankets.
- Prefer liquid detergent without bleach.
- When hand washing, pre-soak the blanket, do not rub too hard and rinse the product thoroughly.
- Dry the blanket spread out, in a horizontal position.
Proper care of bedding is the key to a comfortable sleep. In addition, timely cleaning extends the life of the blanket and preserves its properties.
How to wash a blanket by hand
If there are stains on the cover, treat them with a special stain remover or gently scrub heavily soiled areas with soap, gel and a sponge. Remember that they should not contain chlorine.
Fill a bathtub with cool water (no higher than 30-40 °C, taking into account the composition and information from the manufacturer). Add the required amount of detergent and dissolve it thoroughly throughout the entire volume of the liquid. Then immerse the blanket in the bathtub so that the water completely covers it, and leave it in this state for about 15 minutes.
Wash the product with light beating movements, do not rub the fabric with force or wring it out. This will avoid deformation of the filler, preserve its properties and extend its service life.
Rinse the blanket thoroughly until the water in the bathtub runs completely clear. Products with synthetic fillers can be wrung out by hand and left to dry horizontally.
For blankets made from other materials, excess water should drain naturally. You can then move the item to a horizontal surface.
How to wash a blanket in a washing machine
Make sure that the weight of the blanket, when wet, does not exceed the permissible load on the drum. Water increases the weight of the product approximately twice. Even a light blanket should not fill the drum by more than 80%. Free space is necessary for a high-quality wash and, especially, for a high-quality rinse.
The optimal spin speed is no more than 800 rpm. This applies to blankets made of modern fillers. It is not recommended to wring out down and wool models. They also benefit from an additional rinse option.
A clean blanket should be dried horizontally. Light items can be laid out on a special dryer, and heavy items can be placed on the floor, after laying down several layers of absorbent, non-staining material. You can turn the blanket over and shake it a few times during the process.
Any blanket should be dried in a ventilated room and as far away from hot radiators as possible.
Briefly about the main thing
— Refer to the manufacturer’s recommendations or the warehouse if the tag is lost. If home washing is prohibited, professional dry cleaning or steam cleaning is recommended.
- Do not forget to regularly air and lightly shake the products, saturating the filler with oxygen and removing excess moisture.
- When washing in a machine, choose a delicate mode with a low spin speed and a temperature of 30-40 ° C. Do not wring out wool and down blankets.
- Prefer liquid detergent without bleach.
- When hand washing, pre-soak the blanket, do not rub too hard and rinse the product thoroughly.
- Dry the blanket spread out, in a horizontal position.
Proper care of bedding is the key to a comfortable sleep. In addition, timely cleaning extends the life of the blanket and preserves its properties.
How to wash a blanket in a washing machine
Make sure that the weight of the blanket, when wet, does not exceed the permissible load on the drum. Water increases the weight of the product approximately twice. Even a light blanket should not fill the drum by more than 80%. Free space is necessary for a high-quality wash and, especially, for a high-quality rinse.
The optimal spin speed is no more than 800 rpm. This applies to blankets made of modern fillers. It is not recommended to wring out down and wool models. They also benefit from an additional rinse option.
A clean blanket should be dried horizontally. Light items can be laid out on a special dryer, and heavy items can be placed on the floor, after laying down several layers of absorbent, non-staining material. You can turn the blanket over and shake it a few times during the process.
Any blanket should be dried in a ventilated room and as far away from hot radiators as possible.
Briefly about the main thing
— Refer to the manufacturer’s recommendations or the warehouse if the tag is lost. If home washing is prohibited, professional dry cleaning or steam cleaning is recommended.
- Do not forget to regularly air and lightly shake the products, saturating the filler with oxygen and removing excess moisture.
- When washing in a machine, choose a delicate mode with a low spin speed and a temperature of 30-40 ° C. Do not wring out wool and down blankets.
- Prefer liquid detergent without bleach.
- When hand washing, pre-soak the blanket, do not rub too hard and rinse the product thoroughly.
- Dry the blanket spread out, in a horizontal position.
Proper care of bedding is the key to a comfortable sleep. In addition, timely cleaning extends the life of the blanket and preserves its properties.
Briefly about the main thing
— Refer to the manufacturer’s recommendations or the warehouse if the tag is lost. If home washing is prohibited, professional dry cleaning or steam cleaning is recommended.
Proper care of bedding is the key to a comfortable sleep. In addition, timely cleaning extends the life of the blanket and preserves its properties.
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