Learn how to wash your clothes according to the type of fabric, to whiten your clothes and completely remove all stains, even the most difficult ones. You will also learn the meanings of washing, drying and ironing labels.
MACHINE WASH A QUILT
Just like sheets, pillowcases and shams, duvets require special care to maintain their softness and comfort during the winter. Cleaning a duvet is not an easy task due to its thickness and size. To protect the textile fibers, but also for the sake of hygiene, a washing machine is the best option, as long as you have the right machine.
For duvets that are too fragile, i.e. down and feather fillings, a professional wash is recommended. To prevent pilling or clumping inside your comforter, add two or three tennis balls to your machine. The balls will hit the comforter during the wash cycle.
HAND WASH A QUILT
You can also wash your comforter yourself. Although it’s hard work, it’s completely doable: Soak your comforter in a bathtub filled with soapy water. However, be careful not to squeeze it too hard when draining excess water: that could easily damage the filling. Dry flat recommended. If you don’t have a flat surface, you can choose to machine dry.
THE IDEAL FREQUENCY TO WASH QUILTS
In the interest of hygiene, household linen should be refreshed and cleaned regularly. However, this does not apply to duvets. Since it is not in direct contact with the skin, you simply need to ensure that the duvet cover is washed regularly.
To avoid damaging your duvet, wash it out of season at a laundromat. To make it easier to clean a lightly soiled duvet, a stain remover may be sufficient. Be sure to air it out well to prevent moisture and fungus.