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Wash down comforters: bed with down comforters

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Even after washing, our duvet should still be fluffy. Here you can find out what you have to consider when washing your down comforter.

Wash down comforters: how often?

The fine structure of the down creates a warmth cushion. As soon as the down becomes lumpy, the warming effect decreases. That is why we should shake up and air out our bedding every day.

So that the down comforters keep us warm for a long time, we counteract dust mites and the comforters don't smell unpleasant, we have to wash them at regular intervals. Down comfortersshould every two years and Down pillows yearly getting washed.

Wash down comforters: washing machine yes or no?

Usually duvets can be in the Washing machine washed, but the care label on the duvet should be observed. So that the down is not damaged in the washing machine Down comforters and pillows from other textiles separated will. In addition, the Large washing drum enough (between 5 to 7.5 kg capacity) and also for drying afterwards is a dryer essential.

Wash the duvet: washing program and detergent

  • In order to get the duvets hygienically clean and free of mites, you have to 60 degrees getting washed.
  • Down comforters and down pillows must be made with a gentle Mild detergent, wool or Down detergent getting washed. Heavy-duty detergent is too aggressive and should not be used.
  • On the softener should also be omitted, otherwise the springs will stick together.
  • The Delicates or wool wash program should be chosen here.
  • A brilliant tip to prevent sticking: we can do three Tennis balls Put in the washing machine to loosen up the down.
  • In general, the drum should not be overfilled. You can find more laundry tips here: Wash bed linen. By the way, next to the duvets shouldn't Mattresses be disregarded. You can find all information here: Cleaning the mattress.

Drying down

So that the down remains fluffy and does not stick together, it should not be dried in the fresh air or in the sun. In addition, a down duvet takes forever if we dry it on the clothes horse, and the risk of germs and mold arising from incorrect drying is high.

Therefore, blankets and pillows should be included 30 degrees in the dryer. For gentle drying should three to four drying cycles of 20 minutes each be made.

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