Washing a long pile blanket in the washing machine

A chic, fluffy blanket is a decoration for any apartment. You can cover a bed or sofa with it, adding zest to the interior, or use it as a blanket on cool evenings. Some difficulties arise when washing the product. It is quite bulky, weighs a lot, and sometimes it simply does not fit into the drum of an automatic machine. Let's figure out how to wash a long-pile blanket and talk about the main intricacies of the cleaning process.

Can't do it without preparation

In order for a fluffy, warm blanket to delight you for many years, you need to properly care for it, starting from the moment of purchase. The quality and service life of the product will depend on this. Be sure to study the information on the blanket label - it indicates the recommended cleaning method, temperature conditions, material composition, and the possibility of ironing. It is important not to violate the manufacturer’s recommendations, otherwise you may damage the item. Let's present a few recommendations regarding the care of a blanket with long, fluffy pile.

• Buy a soft brush for dry cleaning the bedspread; it will help the blanket retain its original appearance much longer - debris and crumbs will not accumulate inside. The combed fabric looks more luxurious, more beautiful, and becomes more pleasant to the body.
• Do not put the blanket into the machine every time a small stain appears. Washing a blanket in a washing machine is recommended only when none of the more gentle methods have been able to remove dirt.
• If you need to simply “revive” the blanket, neutralize unpleasant “odors” (which are very quickly absorbed by natural materials), hang the blanket on the balcony.Then the fluffy blanket will be provided with natural freshness.
• If you need to shake out dust, hang the canvas outside and tap it well with a carpet clapper.

If the blanket is heavily soiled, you cannot do without a wet wash. Before throwing the product into the drum, you need to remove difficult stains. First, try scrubbing these areas with a soft brush - the dirt should come off. If it doesn’t help, soak the bristles in water with vinegar or soda added and treat the stained areas again.

You can clean a fluffy blanket using special detergents for carpets and upholstery. The composition must be used strictly according to the instructions indicated on the packaging. To comb out a white bedspread, you can prepare a “natural” solution: add freshly squeezed juice from three lemons to a liter of water. Known for its whitening properties, citric acid can help remove unwanted spots.

A soft brush will remove pet fur, hair and other debris stuck in the high pile. A regular pet comb can also handle this task.

Washing items automatically

If the manufacturer does not prohibit washing the blanket in a washing machine, you can “spin” it on the manual or delicate mode, the “Wool” program. The bedspread should fit freely in the washing drum; if it is difficult to push inside, you should abandon the idea of ​​automatic cleaning.

Before loading it into the drum, it is better to roll the blanket like a snail, with the outer side inward - this will make washing more gentle.

It is important to check the settings of the mode you choose. When washing a long-pile bedspread, you need to set the minimum spin speed, the lowest water temperature, and run the shortest washing program.

As for detergents, preference should be given to liquid gels. Powders do not dissolve well in cool water, and their granules are not completely rinsed out of the pile. It is necessary to dry the blanket naturally, avoiding electric dryers and batteries.

Alternative washing options

Hand washing a blanket is considered safest. This way you can completely control the process, carefully cleaning the product. Due to its large size, the bedspread is more convenient to wash in the bath. The algorithm of actions will be as follows:

• fill the bathtub with water (not hotter than 30-40°C) to about halfway. The permissible washing temperature for blankets made of artificial materials may be higher, so the product label is the main guideline in this matter;
• Dissolve detergent in water. It is better if it is a gel rather than a dry powder. The liquid composition dissolves faster and is easier to wash off from the fabric;
• soak the blanket for about half an hour. The maximum allowable time is 60 minutes;
• Using gentle movements, “remember” the blanket in the soapy water. Do not rub the lint with force, as when washing ordinary things;
• drain the dirty water from the bath and get clean water for rinsing;
• rinse the fabric at least three times until the product is completely washed off from the fabric fibers.

The use of chlorine-containing detergents is strictly prohibited; they can irreversibly damage the product.

Certain difficulties overtake the housewife when drying a blanket. To prevent it from losing its shape, it should not be twisted when squeezing. After rinsing, you will have to leave the fabric in the bathroom to drain excess moisture. The product must be dried by laying it on a horizontal surface.So, you will have to cover the table with a sheet and spread the blanket on top.

If you don’t want to wash a blanket with long pile by hand, you can take it to the dry cleaner. This method saves energy and time, but not money. If funds allow, hand over the fluffy blanket to professionals - specialists will assess the degree of contamination, select the optimal cleaning method, refresh and dry the product according to all the rules. It is important to contact a trusted organization whose work has many positive reviews.

The nuances of caring for a blanket

The grass blanket, so beloved by those who value coziness, comfort and softness, requires special care. The more delicate and pleasant the product, the more capricious it is. Therefore, it is important to brush the canvas as often as possible to prevent stains from appearing.

Fluffy bedspreads made from natural materials should be thoroughly washed no more than once every 6 months.

If you wash a rug with a long pile every month, it will eventually lose some of its properties, lose color, become deformed, and the fibers of the fabric will become more dilapidated. Therefore, frequent wet washing does not benefit such a product at all.

It is better to start a full wash of a fluffy blanket on a warm day. This will make the fabric dry faster, making cleaning much more hygienic. If you wash a blanket in cloudy or rainy weather, it will not be able to dry, and bacteria multiply rapidly in a humid environment. When the fleecy fabric dries out for a couple of days, it begins to give off an unpleasant smell of dampness.

Depending on the material from which the blanket is made, washing rules may vary. This is why it is so important to study the product label. This will give you an understanding of how to care for the item in the future in order to preserve its appearance for a long time.

For example, some strict restrictions can be omitted when washing synthetic products. Of course, if you don’t take risks and stick to standard rules, it won’t get any worse. However, synthetics are not so capricious, so they can easily withstand contact with water at a temperature of 60°C and drying on a clothesline. Fleece blankets do not need to be brushed before loading into the drum. Just shake the fabric well.

There are also non-standard ways to maintain the appearance of home textiles. Experienced housewives have learned to quickly and easily clean high-pile blankets using a sticky clothes roller. This procedure will not replace a full wash, but it will refresh the bedspread well. If you periodically “walk” over the fabric with a “smart” device, debris, hair and pet fur will not accumulate in the comb.

The roller can be replaced with regular tape wrapped around the palm of your hand. Wipe the pile with the adhesive side of the tape - and there will be no crumbs or other debris left in it. Also, do not forget to periodically shake out the blanket on the balcony and ventilate it, protecting it from direct sunlight.

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