How to wash a blanket in a washing machine

Care Tips:

1. A baby blanket gets dirty a lot and needs to be washed often with a special detergent to protect the fibers of the fabric from excessive damage.
2. If there are pets in the house, clean the cape with a brush before washing. If the animal is shedding or has long hair, you can vacuum it, but you can use an adhesive tape roller. This method is suitable for removing long hair.
3. Treat dirt that the machine will not clean, such as wine, grease or blood. You need to use additional products, namely laundry soap or chlorine-free bleach. Never bleach cashmere or wool garments, as fabrics can become discolored.
4. Place the bedspread in the machine, it should be one. There is a little secret, for capes with fur, tennis balls can be added to the blanket to knock the dirt out of the thing.
5. Dry the blanket horizontally. A wet blanket is very heavy and can deform under its own weight. When the fabric becomes damp, hang it outdoors, preferably outdoors, but a balcony will work too. Sometimes the bedspread dries for a long time and it has a musty smell.
6. If the blanket is made of natural materials, it is better to iron it, as ticks can start in such things and ironing will give the blanket a neat appearance.

Choosing the right temperature for the washing mode

It is not enough to choose the right program for the fabric and type of product, you also need to understand which temperature regime is most optimal for a particular situation:

• cotton - temperature 90-95 degrees, spin is set to maximum speed;
• manual mode - delicate expensive fabric is processed, cleaning takes place at a slow pace, and spinning at low speed (temperature 30-40 degrees, the icon on the clothes is a hand lowered into the basin);
• fast - ideal cold processing option for light dirt, refreshing laundry (operating time - 30 minutes, during spinning, maximum speed is automatically turned on);
• delicate - similar to the manual mode, but spinning, you can wash "capricious" fabrics, sneakers, sneakers, down jacket, cotton blanket;
• intensive - the water heats up to 60-95 degrees and intensive washing of very dirty things is carried out;
• wool - assumes careful washing of woolen things that have the ability to sit down, lose their appearance if the ratio is incorrect (water heating is minimal - 30-40 degrees, there is no spin);
• normal (everyday) - the best option is to wash not very dirty clothes, suitable for daily use (cycle duration does not exceed 1 hour, temperature 30 degrees);
• eco - a program for economical consumption of water, electricity while maintaining the quality of washing at 30 degrees;
• synthetics - allows you to put in order synthetic products, it is better to stop the choice at 60 degrees, maximum spin;
• for children - cleaning of heavily soiled things is supposed (water heats up to 60-90 degrees, double rinse cycle).

The modes and temperature of washing in different washing machines may differ in terms of names and a set of functions. The work can be influenced by loading - horizontal or vertical type. For each type of model, a mandatory set of programs is provided.

How to properly wash a blanket in a washing machine?

Knowing how to properly wash a blanket in an automatic washing machine, you can feel like a real master of fabric products, because this is not such an easy task. To do everything right, you need a little specifics:

if the maximum load provided for by the technical parameters of the automatic machine is 4.5-5 kg ​​- this will be enough to cope with a thin synthetic blanket or even a double woolen blanket; if the capacity is less or it is too narrow, it is better not to risk it, but to wash it with your hands or use the services of a dry cleaning service, because when wet, the weight of the blanket can increase up to 2-3 times;
it is important how it will be folded when loaded into the drum: a small blanket can be put in any configuration, while a large blanket is folded into a tight snail before loading so that unnecessary damage does not appear;
using a liquid detergent (for example, gel), it is better to pour it directly into the drum on the product - this will allow better cleaning of dirt and will contribute to better rinsing of the product;
the safest spinning for blankets, for which it is allowed, is 400 revolutions; first of all, this will increase the operational life of the washing machine itself, and of course it will not spoil an expensive and useful thing;
if there are stains on the blanket that require special efforts to remove, you will have to resort to hand washing, and not choose a less gentle washing mode in the machine;
machine drying for blankets is not used, since this can leave folds and bends on it that are unlikely to be ironed out, besides, the structure of synthetic blankets can be severely damaged from temperature effects;
too often it is not worth giving the product to the care of an automatic washing machine, since there will be a threat of deformation and loss of the original color: the best option is to resort to washing in the machine no more than once a month;
if there have already been incidents when the car tore things, you should not experiment with such a big thing as a blanket: most likely, it will harm him.

The main thing in washing with an automatic washing machine is choosing the correct temperature regime and the program in which the washing will be performed

It is also important to remember that no matter what material the thing is made of, it is strictly forbidden to wash it in conjunction with other things, even if the dimensions of the drum of the machine allow it. There is a great risk that the thing will stain the blanket in an unwanted color, and it will become completely unusable.

What kind of blankets are machine washed

In theory, you can wash anything in a washing machine, but in reality everything is much more complicated. First of all, take a look at the label, it will indicate whether, in principle, washing in a machine is possible and at what temperature the blanket should be washed.

If it is a delicate material, such as cashmere or cotton, wash using the delicate mode and with cold water (30 degrees). Wool is similar in this case, but only with the wool setting. Both cases are possible if the manufacturer has indicated the possibility of washing in the automatic mode.

Depending on the size of the blanket, the way you lay the blanket differs. If it is small, you can place it in a crumpled form, if it is large, then in a roll. The larger the drum of the washing machine, the better the wash will be.

Whether or not to wring out the laundry is a very difficult question. If the fabric is delicate or has very thin and soft fibers, spinning should be avoided. The fabric dries better on its own than if you get a stretched or torn blanket.

When drying, do not curl the blanket under any circumstances, as this will only damage the fibers. If you need to remove a little moisture, then it is better to collect it with the palm of your hand. The blanket is dried either on a horizontal surface or on a clothesline. Try not to wrinkle, otherwise it will remain so.

Use liquid detergent instead of dry powder detergent. This rule works especially with natural fabrics. The reason lies in the fact that such a product is easily washed off the fabric.

Hand wash cotton

Despite the presence of an automatic washing machine, sometimes you have to resort to the method of hand washing. It is recommended for:

• cotton fabrics with a complex texture;
• delicate clothes made of the finest cotton;
• products with rhinestones, beads, hand embroidery and other similar decor.

It is recommended to wash them in warm water, the temperature of which does not exceed 40 degrees and, preferably, without preliminary soaking.

Preparing for washing

You need to start preparing by sorting white and colored things. Additionally, we sort out heavily and lightly soiled products. Some of them will need to be soaked to restore freshness and purity. We add them separately. Further:

• we turn out clothes and home textiles;
• we take out everything that is left in our pockets;
• we fasten all the fasteners.

Now all that remains is to familiarize yourself with the care requirements indicated on the label. Only dry cleaning is recommended for some items.

How to wash clothes correctly?

It is recommended to wash natural cotton by hand without pre-soaking. It is better for him to prefer laundry soap, which is effective even with heavy dirt.

Having chosen a suitable product that does not contain chlorine and other active substances, we make a soap solution, the temperature of which should not exceed 50 degrees. It is necessary to wash delicate clothes made of natural cotton without undue effort, so as not to stretch thin fabrics. Things are wrung out without twisting and rinsed in warm water until the soap suds are completely washed off.

How to dry things properly?

It is not recommended to dry cotton items in the open sun. Hanging them on clothes lines, due to their stretch ability, is not allowed. At the end of the wash, cotton clothes are laid out horizontally until they are completely dry. Iron it unfinished at the maximum temperature. It is allowed to use the steaming mode.

The specifics of washing blankets from various fabrics

In addition to general recommendations, it is necessary to consider what material a particular product is made of. It can be linen or fleece, acrylic or wool, artificial or natural fur.

The bedspread made of natural fur cannot be washed! It will not tolerate exposure to water and will deteriorate. Natural fur can only be dry-cleaned by entrusting the work to specialists.

Other materials require an individual approach when washing in an automatic washing machine. The main parameters that need to be set when loading a specific product into the drum are presented in the table:

But it is not recommended to wash a blanket made of pompons or cashmere in an automatic machine. It is easy to wash it with your hands: it is enough to dilute a liquid detergent in water, stir thoroughly and soak for half an hour. During this time, all the dirt will go away, and the blanket will only need to be rinsed. You need to dry the product from the pom-poms in a form straightened on a horizontal surface, after placing a clean sheet, diaper or any other fabric.

When loading a blanket into a drum, take into account its weight, area and pile thickness. When wet, fluffy products absorb a lot of water and become 2-3 times heavier. In order not to damage the machine, you should estimate the weight of the bedspread and compare it with the maximum load of laundry for which the machine is designed.

It is clear that a double blanket with a long pile, which in dry form weighs 3-4 kg, is not worth trying to shove into a washing unit with a maximum load of 4-5 kg. Even if the attempt is successful, the product will not be washed and the machine will fail.At the same time, a large and thin blanket weighing 1-2 kg can be safely rolled up and put into a drum, evenly distributed inside.

It is quite possible to wash a blanket at home. Some materials, such as cashmere, can only withstand hand wash. But the washing machine will cope with the rest of the products. If you follow all the recommendations, your favorite blanket will retain its attractive appearance and bright color, will remain the same soft and fluffy, and will serve for many more years.

Types of bedspreads

The washing conditions for bedspreads depend on the characteristics of the fabric. Consider the mode under which you can wash the item with high quality without the risk of ruining it.

Tapestry bedspread. It has a complex structure and original appearance. At the same time, the material made of cotton thread is unpretentious - practically does not fade, is resistant to the effects of stain removers, and can be washed at 60 degrees. Fully or partially synthetic tapestry requires a delicate wash.

Cotton. Cotton bedspreads tend to shrink if washed at high temperatures. The optimal mode is 40 degrees. Do not use bleach on colored items.

Terry bedspreads. They are not afraid of high temperatures, but over time they become tough. The recommended heating of water in the washing machine is 30-40 degrees. Squeeze out at low speeds. When washing, it is advisable to add fabric softener to make the garment pleasant to the touch.

Faux fur bedspreads and blankets. Fluffy synthetic material can be machine washed at 30 degrees. The product is not wrung out - they wait for the water to drain and hang to dry. This avoids deformation of the fibers. For the same purpose, do not use drying.

Woolen blankets and bedspreads. They should be washed by setting the appropriate ("wool") or delicate mode. Special powders for woolen fabrics or conventional chlorine-free products are recommended. If wrinkles remain after drying, the products are ironed using steam.

Acrylic. Products made of acrylic fiber are practical - they are easily washed at any temperature, undemanding to drying conditions. They retain an attractive appearance for a long time, do not attract dust and dirt, do not tend to wrinkle, therefore do not require ironing. Random stains can be easily removed with a sponge, dripping on it with ordinary detergent.

Microfiber. Bedspreads made of this fabric are in growing demand due to the resistance of the material to all types of impact. Dirt from microfiber is washed off without leaving a trace, the fabric does not fade or deform. Wash products at a temperature of 40 degrees at low speeds, do not use bleach. This fabric is quick-drying.

Knowing how to wash a blanket in a washing machine, it will not be difficult to maintain the appearance of textiles in a condition close to perfect.

How to wash a blanket in a typewriter machine

It is necessary to wash bedspreads made of different materials in the machine according to one algorithm. But it must be borne in mind that natural and synthetic bedspreads have their own characteristics.

How to machine wash a fleece blanket

Synthetic fleece is one of the most popular materials for making blankets. The fabric is very soft, pleasant to the touch, and has good warming properties. Since fleece is quite unpretentious, you can machine wash it. In this case, it is necessary:

• set the temperature not higher than 30 ° С;
• turn off the spin in the car or set the minimum speed, the fleece does not like strong mechanical stress and can stretch;
• pour liquid detergent into the tray of the household unit - powders are poorly washed out of a soft fleece fabric.

Fleece blanket washable at 30 ° C and with liquid gel

It is best to machine wash your fleece blanket separately from other items.Although the fabric remains light enough even after it gets wet, a large blanket will still take up the entire drum space.

The big advantage of fleece is that it will not wrinkle at all during the washing process, and then it will dry very quickly.

How to wash a blanket "Grass" in a washing machine

"Grass" refers to products with a very long pile, reminiscent of tall grass on a summer lawn. You can wash a fluffy blanket in a washing machine, but the process is associated with certain difficulties:

1. The fleecy fiber does not tolerate the effects of hot water, therefore, the "Grass" can be washed only at 30 ° C.
2. If the bedspread is washed incorrectly in the machine, the long pile can get disheveled, and the product will lose its attractiveness. Therefore, it is recommended to wash "Grass" in a special bag that allows water to pass through, it will prevent damage to the product.
3. Long-nap bedspreads cannot be washed with powder. Only liquid gels are poured into the machine tray, which are easily washed out of the pile. The detergent must not contain chlorine, otherwise both the structure of the fabric and the color will suffer.
4. Spinning when washing "Grass" is set not higher than 400 rpm, but it is better to completely disable this function.

The "Travka" blanket has a long pile, so the product should be machine washed in a special bag

Advice! It is recommended to shake the bedspread immediately after washing to smooth out the pile. Once dry, the garment can be gently brushed with a garment brush to keep it fluffy.

How to machine wash a plush blanket

Soft plush bedspreads are machine washable and handle automatic processing well. You only need to follow the basic rules, namely:

• set a delicate mode and use water not hotter than 40 ° C;
• turn off the spin or set the lowest speed so as not to damage the fabric structure;
• use liquid gel for delicate items, powder particles may remain in the plush fabric even after rinsing.

Plush blanket should be washed with liquid products

In order to thoroughly rinse the product from the remaining detergent, an additional rinse can be set in the settings when washing in the machine. Plush fabric strongly absorbs water, which makes the blanket much heavier than usual, before washing the product, you need to make sure that it does not overload household appliances.

How to machine wash a woolen blanket

Natural woolen product has excellent warming properties and looks beautiful. But it is also difficult to wash the bedspread in the washing machine.

Hand washing remains optimal, and when carrying out a machine wash, you have to take a lot of care:

1. Wool must not be machine washed in hot water. The maximum allowable temperature is 30 ° C. If the water is hot, during the transition to rinsing from a sharp temperature contrast, the product will shrink and deform.
2. The blanket can only be washed with liquid detergents specially designed for processing wool. In addition to washing gels, liquid soap or shampoo with a natural composition can be poured into the washing machine tray.
3. You need to wash the woolen blanket without spinning. Mechanical impact harms tissue fibers, the bedspread loses its attractive appearance and becomes covered with pellets and "icicles" of wool.

Wool bedspreads are washed in cool water and without spinning

To ensure that no particles of detergent gel remain in the fibers of the fabric, it is advisable to set a double rinse when washing in the machine. Immediately after the end of the automatic program, place the blanket to dry away from the heaters so that the woolen product does not shrink.

Cleaning principles

Before sending a blanket or blanket to the wash, carefully inspect the product. It is recommended to immediately remove the main dirt:

• From cat hair, from the hair of other animals, a sticky roller will help get rid of;
• A solvent will help to remove nail polish accidentally on the coverlet, but first test its effect on an inconspicuous area of ​​the material. It will not work to wash the varnish with detergents. If the fabric cannot withstand the action of the solvent, take the garment dry cleaned.
• Remove food stains before machine wash with stain remover or hand wash the affected areas. If the stain is definitely not proteinaceous, hot steam will help get rid of it.

If you do not know how to clean a blanket or bedspread, and are afraid to ruin it, you should contact dry cleaning services. A bulky blanket or a large bedspread that does not fit into a household washing machine can be taken to the laundry, where there are automatic machines with spacious drums.

To wash or not to wash?

Not all types of blankets can withstand washing in the machine. Depending on the prevailing material, there are rules for how a blanket is washed in a washing machine. A synthetic blanket has practically no restrictions associated with the use of a washing machine. It is recommended to set the spin mode at 800 to 1000 rpm

Particular attention should be paid to the temperature regime - no more than 40 ° С

We recommend that you familiarize yourself

Delicate fabrics need extra attention. Such a blanket will take a lot of time and effort to restore it to its original cleanliness. Various delicate fabrics such as cashmere, fur or wool can only be washed by hand. If you send them to the washing machine, then prolonged active exposure can damage the fibers.

If the hostess does not have time for hand washing, then you can get out of the situation as follows. It is enough to select the Cashmere or Delicate mode on the washing machine. If everything was done correctly, then during washing the fibers will not be damaged by active movement in the drum space of the machine. In more modern models, the drum does not spin, but wiggles slightly. This creates the effect of a real hand wash. In this case, you do not need to use the spin mode.

The fleece blanket has excellent performance characteristics, the product requires special attention. In most cases, you need to erase it manually, but an exception can be made. To do this, you need to do the following:

• place the product in the washing machine;
• set delicate mode;
• select the spin speed up to 400 rpm (it is better to abandon the machine spin altogether);
• the temperature for spinning is set at 30 ° C;
• pour the washing powder into the appropriate compartment;
• pour fabric softener.

Experience shows that it is better to refuse from the traditional powder. It often leaves noticeable marks on the surface of the blanket, which are difficult to remove. Preference should be given to liquid detergents for delicate washing. Before using them, you should carefully study the composition. It is better to choose those that do not have strong flavors or colors.

Basic ways to wash a large blanket

First of all, in order to understand how to wash a particular blanket, you need to pay attention to the tag sewn to the seamy side of the blanket. It displays all the information regarding the care of the product.

Below are the main methods that are most often used to wash the bedspread.

Manually

Blankets made from natural fabrics, such as woolen or bamboo, are best hand washed. This is due to the fact that hand washing the bedspread is as safe as possible for such delicate items. Let's figure out how to wash a large blanket in the bathroom by hand:

1. Fill a clean container with cool water. Do not wash the bedspread at temperatures exceeding thirty-five degrees.
2. Dissolve a suitable detergent in liquid thoroughly.To make it easier to rinse it out of the fabric, it is better to give preference to liquid household chemicals.
3. Immerse the product in soapy water and leave to soak for forty to fifty minutes.
4. After the specified time has elapsed, gently wrinkle the fabric with your hands, without squeezing or twisting it.

After completing the above steps, you can drain the soap solution and fill the bath with clean cool water. Then rinse the blanket thoroughly. To completely remove the detergent particles from the fabric structure, the rinsing process will need to be repeated about four times.

In automatic mode

Before washing the blanket in the washing machine, you must make sure that this is approved by the manufacturer of the product. This information is easy to find on the tag. It should also be noted that it is allowed to wash the blanket in the “automatic” mode only if the washing machine has manual and gentle washing functions. We list the basic rules that must be followed in order to wash a blanket in a machine with a high quality machine:

1. A large blanket at home is allowed to be washed in a machine with a load of five kilograms or more.
2. Before being sent to the drum, the blanket must be rolled up, so that the wrong side is inside.
3. If you have to wash a blanket with a long nap, you will need to set the spin speed to low.
4. It is better to load the washing gel into the powder container.

Laundry dry cleaning

When there are old stubborn stains on the blanket, it is better not to wash it at home. Otherwise, you can permanently ruin the product. In such a situation, it is better to seek professional help. In the laundry or dry cleaning, they will help not only to remove stains from the fabric with high quality, but will also be able to return the blanket to its original softness and fluffiness.

Dry cleaning is also ideal for tidying up delicate items, such as a tapestry bedspread.

Down jackets

How to wash

First of all, study the information on the sewn-in tag: perhaps only dry cleaning is suitable for your down jacket. If you can wash it, unfasten the hood and remove the fur. Check if there are any holes in the pockets or on the lining, otherwise after washing you will have to scoop out the escaped filler from the machine.

Fasten the down jacket with a zipper and buttons, turn it inside out and put in the machine with a couple of balls for washing. You can use regular tennis balls instead. They will prevent the filler from clumping.

For washing, it is better to use a special liquid detergent: ordinary powder is more difficult to rinse out and leaves stains on the fabric. Wash the down jacket at a temperature not exceeding 30 ° C with an additional rinse, and set the spin to 600 rpm.

How to dry

After washing, unfasten the fasteners and turn the down jacket to the right side. You can dry it on a hanger, but you will have to shake the jacket periodically, whipping the filler.

If the apartment is cool, the jacket with natural down will dry for a long time, and the filler will start to squeak. In this case, a drying machine will help out: the jacket can be dried in it at a minimum temperature. Pre-wring the item by hand or in the washer so that no water drips from the down jacket.

Useful tips for caring for a blanket

Hot summer weather is the best time to wash the blanket, because it will dry faster and the whole procedure will be more hygienic. It is convenient to dry it outside. Then the product not only does not take up much space in the house, but it will also be perfectly ventilated.

Care should be taken to avoid direct sunlight during drying, so pay attention to the weather.

This is especially important for blankets made from natural materials. If hung on a clothesline, it is necessary to exclude the formation of folds and creases.

To do this, you can periodically change the position, outweighing in a different way. When spreading a thing on a hard surface, it is advisable to turn it over from time to time: this way it dries faster

If hung on a clothesline, it is necessary to exclude the formation of folds and creases. To do this, you can periodically change the position, outweighing in a different way. When spreading a thing on a hard surface, it is advisable to turn it over from time to time: this way it will dry faster.

It is recommended to wash the blanket with mild shampoo for children

When you need to wash it urgently, and you run out of special detergent, you need to use a mild shampoo for children. He will help out in this situation and carefully wash the product. Lanolin shampoo is ideal for the care of wool blankets. Lemon juice added to the rinse water will help with the care of the light blanket because it acts as a natural bleach and prevents the yellowness that can occur on white items over time. Rinsing in water and vinegar will make the fibers soft and fluffy.

A sticky roller for cleaning clothes and a vacuum cleaner with a brush attachment are useful in caring for a blanket. With their help, it is good to remove small crumbs, hair, pet hair. This procedure is not a substitute for a full wash, but it is possible to delay it, keeping it clean.

Proper care will help preserve the qualities of your beloved blanket for a long time. The choice of washing mode depends on the material. Usually includes a program for synthetics and delicate fabrics, but sometimes washing must be done by hand. The softer the material, the more carefully it should be looked after in order to avoid deformation. To dry the product, you can hang it or lay it out neatly. It is advisable to periodically clean things made of wool using a dry method. Careful storage of the product will allow you to wash it less often.