Steps For Caring For Your Down Comforter

Most types of bedding, sheets, pillowcases, and blankets for example can just be thrown in the washer and dryer.

When it comes to down comforters, however, special care must be taken. Below we will give you tips for safely washing your down comforter.

Down comforters are warm and comforting on a cold evening. Almost nothing can beat them when it comes to being soft and light. Your down comforter will give you many years of use if it is cared for properly. Besides fluffing, there is really no day to day maintenance required for down comforters.

The do, however, need to be fluffed as often as every day. Duvet covers should be placed on top of the down comforter to help protect it from spills and dirt. Comforters that are protected by a duvet cover will not need to be cleaned that often. While down comforters will need to be occasionally aired out, properly protected they will only need to be cleaned every couple of years.

You will want to take your down comforter to the dry cleaners when it is time to have it cleaned. Professional dry cleaners have a special cleaning solution that they can use to clean your comforter. You will need to have a large, front loading washing machine if you are determined to wash your comforter yourself.

Only non-chlorine bleach should be used to help remove dirt and grime. Most people do not have large enough washing machines and will need to take their comforter to the Laundromat. You may damage your comforter or washing machine if you try and stuff it into your home machine that is just not large enough. Comforters should be placed to dry in a commercial dryer on medium heat.

It is not a good idea to use high heat in order to make the drying process go faster. Using high heat has the potential to actually burn your comforter. Even on medium heat the comforter should be checked often to ensure that it is not too hot. The drying process will take a while, but it is important that you thoroughly dry your comforter to avoid the growth of mildew. You will have many years and warmth and cozy comforter from your down comforter if you take the time to maintain it properly.

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