But when we do it, it arguably yields the most satisfying results. After you've organized your laundry room and cleaned your washing machine so that it's fresh and sparkling, it's time to strip the bed and take that heavy comforter out of its duvet cover. Here's how to wash a comforter, plus some handy tips to make cleaning that bulky comforter go a little more smoothly. Okay, fair question. You need to check the tags first. Your comforter most likely sports tags on one of its four corners.
Read through and take note of any special instructions, like water temperature, dryer temperature, and more. Unfortunately, if the tag says "dry clean only," the rest of these tips may not prove very useful. It's best to heed this advice and head to your local dry cleaner for a comforter consultation instead. Use a stain removal pen or spray to address any problem areas before washing the comforter.
Adding an extra boost to stubborn stains is crucial to achieving optimum cleanliness. Also, be sure to check for any ripped seams or holes, and repair before washing to prevent the filling from coming out during the cleaning process. Household cleaning experts recommend washing the comforter two to three times per year in order to prevent unwanted dust and other allergens from accumulating inside the fibers.
Before turning the washing machine on, place the comforter in the machine to make sure your machine allows adequate space. If the comforter is too large or just barely fits, it could become scrunched and compressed during the wash cycle, which would prevent proper cleaning. When in doubt, seek out a commercial-size machine at your local laundromat. Under normal conditions, washing your comforter every few months is a good guideline. This will keep the comforter clean, free of allergens, and looking newer longer.
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Skip to Main Content. Find the nearest office. Request an estimate. Want a free estimate now? Toggle navigation. Tips, Tricks and Cleaning Hacks. General Housekeeping Welcome to our miscellaneous file chock-full of cleaning tips and housekeeping goodies! How To Wash a Comforter. Examine your comforter for tears, loose seams, or other damage, and make repairs before you wash it. Washers can be rough on fabrics, so any tears or loose thread could snag and cause even more damage.
Spot-treat stains from blood, perspiration, and other soiling before you wash a comforter. Move the fill away from the stained area and treat the stain with a solution of baking soda and water.
For stubborn stains, distilled white vinegar is an excellent choice because it breaks down stains while it safely deodorizes and softens fabric. Use a large capacity washer.
Comforters and blankets need room to agitate and move around in a washer to get out all the dirt and stains. Start filling your washer with cold or hot water again, check the label and put the comforter in the washer. Remember, cold water protects fabrics and colors while hot water kills dust mites. Press down to get the comforter wet all over and position it around the agitator evenly to keep your washer balanced during the wash. Use a mild detergent or fragrance-free detergent if you have allergies; make sure you use about half what you would for a load of laundry.
If, after several years of washing your comforter at home, it remains flat and lackluster despite your best efforts, you have another option aside from replacing it. You can take it to an expert for a deep cleaning to properly remove years of build-up, which can flatten a comforter over its lifetime. Jackie Reeve is a senior staff writer covering bedding, organization, and home goods at Wirecutter since Her quilt patterns and her other written work have appeared in various publications.
What you need. Laundry detergent : Our favorite laundry detergent is Tide Ultra Stain Release I use the dye- and scent-free version for bedding tests. But Sukalac said to remember that detergent must be thoroughly rinsed out of a comforter. If you want to use a specialty down wash, Sukalac said he recommends NikWax Down Wash Direct to his customers for washing a comforter at home.
Spot remover: Sukalac said he uses Shout and Zout , and for tough stains he soaks the spots overnight in OxiClean.
A good-size washer and dryer, or a local laundromat: Depending on the size of your bed and the capacity of your washer and dryer, you may not be able to fit your comforter in your own machines. How long will this take to clean? Spot-treat first. Wash once, twice, three times. Dry it really, really well.
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