Washing blankets at home

The plaid is an integral part of home comfort, probably, every person knows how pleasant it is to wrap up in it and read a book or watch a favorite movie. But for blankets, too, need care. So how to wash the blanket at home, while retaining the color and shape of the bedspread? First you need to determine the material from which it is made, such information can be found on the tag, there and learn about the recommendations for the care.

Blankets are divided into types depending on the material and method of manufacture

The most common rugs

1. From natural materials

• Cotton.
• Cotton and linen.
• Wool is heavy and warm, usually used in cold seasons.
• Cashmere veil.

Natural fabrics are relatively more expensive, but the use of natural fabrics has a number of advantages: they absorb less odors, allow air to pass through, retain heat, do not cause allergies, and others. However, require special, gentle care.

2. Fabrics of artificial origin

• Polyester
• Fleece - one of the most popular in use, well breathable. Fleece covers even cover children. The only disadvantage is the high degree of flammability and electrification.
• Microfibre - passes air. Microfiber made mainly of polyester and acrylic.
• Viscose and acrylic are not electrostatic fabrics, they hold color well, that is why they are an order of magnitude brighter than other products, besides they belong to “breathable” fabrics and retain heat well.
• Artificial fur - usually used in combination with other materials, whether artificial or natural fabrics. This fur is very long and looks harmonious.

Training

The owner over time will certainly notice that the thing should be refreshed. How to wash a plaid and not damage neither color, nor structure? Is it possible to wash in a washing machine? Sure you may!

If your machine is designed for 5 kg of linen and more, you can feel free to load a blanket into it

But you need to select the correct temperature and spin force, take into account the capabilities of a particular washing device, drum volume and weight restriction.

The possibility of washing the rug in a typewriter depends on its size and material.

Rules for washing the cover of polyester and acrylic in a washing machine

Acrylic rugs are durable, beautiful, last a long time when used properly.

Polyester blanket tag with product care recommendations

• Choose the lowest possible; temperature (up to 30C) for delicate fabrics.
  

  Machine delicate wash mode at 30 degrees

• Use liquid powder and fabric softener, so avoid white drips and reduce electrostatic properties. Fill the air conditioner with freshness and softness.
  

  There are special products for washing plaids.

  

  Fabric softener conditioners will make the blanket soft and pleasant-smelling.

• In the program of the machine, select the "manual mode" or "synthetic".
• Put the minimum spin.

Manual cleaning of acrylic and polyester blankets is not an easy task. Consider that such things take a lot of water, so they are hard to lift and carry.

For hand washing you need:

• dial in the bathroom water (up to 30C);
• Add powder;
• Soak for at least 10 minutes;
• Easy movements to carry out manipulations of 5-10 minutes;
• Drain and type a new, rinse process repeated several times;
• Add softener and rinse again;
• Drain, hang over the bath and allow to drain;
• Take out to the balcony and hang, avoiding direct sunlight.
  

  Hand wash plaid in the bathroom

Viscose and microfiber material

Viscose blankets may shrink, but they are soft, durable and practical.

The microfiber blanket is washed in the same way as other material blankets, but is afraid of drying on batteries or the sun.

• Put the machine in the drum machine. Set the mode "delicate".
• The temperature should not exceed 30 degrees, otherwise it will settle, change shape and size.
  

  Wash should be done in cool water - zo degrees

• Add liquid powder.
  

  For washing plaid use liquid gel

• Spin to expose no more than 800-100 revolutions per minute.
• To hang up in the place inaccessible for sunshine.

For washing by hand, the above method is suitable, as well as for polyester and acrylic. The only difference for microfiber is not to use rinses and conditioners. The latter can damage the structure of the fabric.

How to wash the blanket of faux fur, the so-called "terry" in the washing machine

It is better to wash the faux fur blanket with a liquid detergent and with a minimum of spin.

• Before the procedure, be sure to shake out and get rid of debris (crumbs, animal hair);
• Make sure that the drum can withstand the weight load, otherwise the unit may be damaged.
• Pour liquid powder, rinse aid into special compartment;
• Set the "synthetic" mode.
  

  Washing mode "synthetics" is perfect for a rug made of faux fur

• Choose the most minimal spin.

Blankets made of faux fur, it is better to wash in a car with the spin function off

Upon completion of the process, the terry product must be hanged in the open air, ideally in a draft, why? Yes, because if it dries in a closed room, it will have a smell, an unpleasant smell of dampness and staleness. It will be very hard to wash a terry blanket by hand, and the water will leave it for a very long time, which is guaranteed to provide an unpleasant smell. But if there is no other way out, then follow the rules below.

• Add enough liquid to the bathroom to immerse the blanket completely in the water.
• The temperature should not exceed 35 ° C.
• Add liquid powder for a delicate wash.
• Spread the product evenly throughout the bath.
• Immerse and wait 10-20 minutes.
• Do not use force, wash smooth movements.
• Rinse several times and let it flow naturally.
• To dry the blanket, following the recommendations, as for the machine.

Careful care will certainly preserve the delicate fabric and fill the rug with softness and freshness. Remember that when washing products from any material you should not use bleach or powders containing them. Do not apply detergents to certain areas and rub them aggressively. It will ruin the structure and color.

Natural materials

Covers made of natural materials are very capricious in the care, to spoil such materials is very easy. However, all the housewives know that washing can not be avoided. Then the question arises: is it possible to wash the blanket in a washing machine or better manually?

A beautiful silk bedspread on the bed looks great, but requires special care.

Silk materials are things from delicate fabrics, they are absolutely not recommended to be washed in a washing machine, and especially squeezed.

• Hand wash only with liquid powder.Do not use rinses or fabric softeners.
  

  Wash the silk cover only manually and in cold water.

• Use cool water.
• Wash without rubbing, do not rub separate areas, otherwise a noticeable stain will appear.
• Let the water flow naturally.

After the liquid has drained, the silk blanket should be laid out on a flat surface away from sunlight. Preferably in the open air and turn over as it dries.

Wool and Cashmere

The cashmere blanket is soft, fluffy and silky, but very capricious in care.

Covers and blankets made of wool are best washed by hand.

Practice shows that it is possible to wash such blankets in a washing machine, but it is not always safe, even following all the recommendations, it is sometimes impossible to achieve the desired result, it is even possible to spoil a thing, therefore it is better to contact a professional cleaning and dry cleaning. Of course, if there is no such possibility, then proceed to the hand wash or in a typewriter.

• Choose on the machine mode "wool", "manual", "delicate mode."
• Squeeze out at a minimum speed of 400 rpm or refuse to squeeze.
• Choose only liquid powders, soaps, preferably special products for cashmere and wool.
  

  For any method of washing it is better to use liquid detergent for delicate fabrics.

• Do not expose to high temperatures, not more than 30 degrees.

If you refuse spinning, let the liquid flow naturally, away from heat. Do not hang wool items. They are deformed or subside and decrease in size.

Hand Wash Wool Products

• In the tank to collect a large amount of water, not more than 35 degrees.
• Dissolve evenly detergent.
• Immerse the blanket and soak for a couple of hours.
• Lightly wash and rinse several times.
• Slightly press with hands and place on a horizontal surface, as evenly as possible.

We can remove dirt from wool or cashmere in another way - by dry cleaning.

Cotton

Cotton, cotton bedspreads can be washed in a typewriter using any powder and rinse. The maximum allowable temperature is 60 degrees. Hand wash is no different.

Cotton products are machine washed at a temperature of 40-60 degrees

Dry method

Surface cleaning with soap solution

If you are reluctant to fiddle with laundry, or if there is no such possibility, you can refresh the crown with dry cleaning. Need to prepare a solution.

1. Take half a liter of warm liquid.
2. One teaspoon of vinegar.
3. Two teaspoons of shampoo for washing the head.
4. Beat until foamy.

Next you need to take a soft brush for cleaning and clean the rug on both sides with gentle movements. To fix the effect, vacuum and shake out, hang in the open air. Thus, your bedspread will keep fresh for a couple of weeks.

A very dirty large blanket should be dry-cleaned.

Home textiles are whimsical in care, but nothing is impossible, and a good hostess knows for sure. To store such delicate things you need in cotton pillowcases, it will eliminate the unpleasant smell in the future. Be sure to put a sprig of lavender nearby, so you save the product from moths and other pests.

Video: How to wash a blanket in a washing machine