Duvet like any other thing, needs careful care and regular washing. However, some problems may occur when cleaning this product. In addition, some blankets cannot be cleaned by contact with moisture. You can learn more about how to wash a duvet in a washing machine in the following article.
Is it possible to wash a duvet in a washing machine?
In most cases Down items can be machine washed, but provided that the device is set to the most gentle and delicate mode. Thanks to this tactic, it will be possible to clean the product from dirt, dust and stains. There are a number of signs by which you can really understand Is it possible to wash a blanket in a washing machine?:
- Information on the label. If there are no prohibiting or warning signs on the tag, then using automatic washing is allowed. If there are prohibitions, it is better to decipher the information; this can be done online, otherwise the item can be damaged.
- The item has a weight and size suitable for a specific machine. The instructions for each machine indicate the maximum weight and volume of items allowed for washing. If the blanket meets the specifications and leaves room in the drum for water, it can be safely machine washed. If the door is difficult to close and there is no room for water in the drum, it is better to use other washing methods.Otherwise, equipment breakdown may occur. The same applies to the weight of the product. It is worth considering the fact that when a duvet gets wet, its volume doubles, so there should always be free space in the drum.
- The item has a single color and does not fade. When washing colored items with bright patterns, it is worth considering the resistance of the fabric to hot temperatures. Otherwise, after a few washes, the color palette of the blanket may fade.
How to machine wash correctly?
Before starting the process, experts recommend inspecting the blanket for holes and scuffs. If the seams on the product begin to come apart, it is better to hem them with a needle and thread. Otherwise, the blanket may burst during washing, and the down filling will clog the filters of the device. This may cause the machine to malfunction.
The most optimal temperature for washing a duvet is 35°C. At higher temperatures there is a risk of damage to the product. You should choose a delicate washing mode, be sure to set the double rinse function.
You should choose a detergent with a profile suitable for down products. Regular washing powders, bleaches and wool conditioners are prohibited. Otherwise the fluff will stick together into clumps, and the blanket will lose its former appearance. In addition, conventional products are difficult to wash out of down filling, which requires several rinses of the product.
In order for the product to fit completely into the machine and be thoroughly washed from dirt, it is necessary to straighten it and roll it into a roll of medium tightness.In this form, you need to place it in the drum, and also make sure that there is room for water in it. A rolled blanket is less likely to lose its volume and wrinkle.
Air conditioners It is better not to use them for down products, as they are difficult to wash out from the surface of the fabric. When everything is ready, you can start the machine and wait for the end of the process, after which you can start the re-spin process.
When the washing is finished, you should carefully remove the product and spread it on a clean floor or carpet. At this time, it is worth smoothing out the formed lumps so that the fluff does not get lost. It is better to lay out the blanket in a well-ventilated room so that it dries faster both outside and inside.
The duvet can be dried in direct sunlight. The main rule is that there are no sources of dust and dirt nearby, otherwise the item will have to be washed again. If washing occurs in the cold season, it is possible to dry the product in the apartment using heaters in the room.
Useful tips
To get a productive and effective result and understand how to wash a product correctly, you should use washing tips from experts:
- Do not increase the washing temperature more 35°C, this can lead to damage to the fabric and loss of its color characteristics. It is best to wash a duvet on the delicate and gentle wash cycle. The number of revolutions should be no more 800.
- If the product label indicates hand wash only, you can't use the machine, otherwise the fluff may get lost and turn into clumps. In such cases, you should wash the item by hand using professional detergents.
- Do not use bleaching products, concentrated rinses and powders. They contain aggressive components that destroy the down filling.
- Ironing down products is prohibited. After washing, just shake the item every 3 hours and smooth out any lumps with your hands.
- To prepare the item for washing, it must first be soaked in a clean bath with a small amount of vinegar added. This tactic will help determine the volume of the item and its size when wet. When soaking, it will be clear how much water is needed to fully wash a down item.
- Preferable for washing choose liquid detergents. They do not contain hazardous substances, easily dissolve in water and are washed out of clothes.
- Sometimes even liquid powder can be difficult to rinse off after the first rinse. Therefore, it’s worth it on the typewriter first start double rinse mode. After washing, the process can be repeated with a spin cycle. If the item remains completely wet, it is advisable start the spin mode again.
- Down products recommended machine washable with horizontal loading mode. Otherwise there is a risk of damage to the blanket.
- To eliminate the possibility of lumps forming on a down product, You can put it in the drum of the machine several tennis balls.
- Dry the item for no more than 2 days, otherwise fungus or mold will form inside it. In order for the item to dry faster, it must first be thoroughly wrung out.
- Drying is carried out on special metal dryers, which can be purchased at hardware stores. This helps the blanket to be blown with air from all sides and dry faster.If there is no metal device and the product is drying on the floor, it is worth turning it over every 3hours, so that the fabric does not rot and airs out. After the blanket has dried, it can be laid on the bed and used for its intended purpose. It is worth noting that in order to maintain the quality of the item, it must be regularly shaken, fluffed and stored neatly laid out on the sleeping place. If the blanket is not needed for some period of time, it should be carefully folded and put on a shelf in the closet, periodically checking the condition of the fabric.
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