Washing the duvet: That's how it works!
How to wash the duvet: How often?
The fine structure of the down creates a thermal pad. As soon as the down becomes lumpy, the warming effect decreases. Therefore, we should shake our bedding daily and air.
In order to keep the duvets warm for a long time, to counteract dust mites and not to smell the blankets unpleasant, we have to wash them at regular intervals. duvets should every two years and Down pillows annually getting washed.
Wash down duvet: washing machine yes or no?
In general, duvets can be washed in the washing machine, however, the care label of the duvet should be observed. So that the down in the washing machine should not be damaged, should Down duvets and down pillows from other textiles separated become. In addition, the should Wash drum big be enough (between 5 to 7.5 kg capacity) and also for subsequent drying is a dryer essential.
Down comforter wash: wash program and detergent
- In order to get the duvets hygienic clean and mite-free, they must 60 degrees getting washed.
- Down comforters and down pillows must be with a gentle Mild detergent, wool or down detergentgetting washed. Heavy duty detergent is too aggressive and should not be used.
- On the softener should also be dispensed with, since the feathers otherwise stick together.
- The Fine or wool wash program should be chosen here.
- An ingenious tip to prevent sticking: We can do three Tennis balls Put in the washing machine, so as to loosen up the down.
- Generally, the drum should not be overcrowded. More laundry tips are here: linen wash. By the way, next to the comforters not the mattresses should be disregarded. You can find all the information here: Clean mattress.
Drying down
So that the downs remain fluffy and do not stick together, they should not be dried in the fresh air or even in the sun. In addition, a down comforter will last forever if we dry it on the drying rack, and the risk of germs and mold from drying up is great.
Therefore, blankets and pillows should be included 30 degrees in the dryer. For a gentle drying should three to four dryer passes of 20 minutes each be made.
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