How to properly wash a blanket made from various materials and fillings

How to get rid of lumps

Fluff, feathers, and cotton wool tend to form lumps when washed, which are difficult to wash and dry.
If the cotton wool or cotton is stuck in a ball, it will not be possible to resuscitate the item. Down and feathers will not form clumps during washing if you put special balls in the drum that break up the filler. During the drying process, manually breaking up the feathers and down will speed up the drying process and prevent caking of the material and the appearance of a musty smell. Beating the fillers with a carpet clapper or vacuuming will loosen the filler and speed up drying. You should not exhaust, turn over or vacuum a wet product; excess water should drain and the blanket should dry out.

Dry cleaning a silk blanket

The optimal solution is to take dirty silk to the dry cleaner. If you are not confident in your abilities, then it is better to entrust the care of it to professionals - specialists will dry clean it, effectively remove stains using proven products and carefully return the product to its original appearance.

Usually the process goes like this: first, you take the items to a collection point or hand them over to a courier, then the technologist carefully examines the blanket to understand the type of material, the origin of the stains and choose the treatment that is optimal for this product.

Machine washable

About 15 years ago, all manufacturers unanimously stated that washing silk products is strictly prohibited. Today, the structure of the product can easily withstand not only hand but also machine washing. But! This can only be done in an automatic machine. Activator type models will simply ruin the thing.

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As for the machine itself, its maximum load should be more than 7 kg, minimum 6. In this way, you can achieve a positive effect from washing. Models with a smaller volume will not cope with high-quality washing of silkworm products.

Algorithm for washing a silk blanket:

1. Pack the product in a special bag for washing. This can prevent the duvet filling from bunching up.
2. Pre-soaking is not recommended. Prolonged exposure to moisture will make the threads heavier and stretch.
3. Select mode. Each washing machine has many modes. Some already have a silk washing mode. If this is not the case, then put it on a delicate wash. If this is not available, then you can make the settings manually. Set the temperature to 30 degrees, spin at a minimum number of revolutions of 400.
4. Select a remedy. If possible, purchase special cleaning products for silk products in the store. Preferably in liquid form. Baby powders can also be used.
5. To restore elasticity to the fibers, you can leave the blanket in a vinegar solution after washing. To do this, add half a teaspoon of vinegar to 5 liters of water.
6. Drying. It is important to know not only how to wash a blanket with silk filling, but also how to dry it. Dry in the shade so that the sun's rays do not hit the product.
7. After drying, shake well.

If the blanket remains wrinkled after washing, it can be ironed using a special sender. In the absence of such a device, simply iron it with an iron, having previously set the silk ironing mode.

How to wash?

When thinking about purchasing such an expensive item, it is useful to know that washing a silk blanket is not recommended. If small stains appear, simply clean the area locally using a brush and a special detergent. Try not to rub too hard to avoid damaging the fibers.

However, sometimes it happens that washing still cannot be avoided. In this case, you must remember the following recommendations and strictly follow them.

Instructions on how to wash a silk blanket in a washing machine:

1. Wash only in an automatic machine.
2. Choose a delicate washing program, and if there is a silk mode, then use only that.
3. Set the water temperature no higher than 30°C.
4. Choose detergents for silk products.
5. To prevent the filling from clumping, use a special bag designed for washing.
6. The washing machine must hold at least 7 kg.
7. Use multiple rinses.
8. Wring out the blanket at low speed.
9. If the machine has a drying mode, then choose a special delicate program.
10. Drying is allowed only in a horizontal position away from the sun.
11. Shake the blanket well after drying.

If you are used to washing delicate items by hand or the washing machine has a small load, then in this case there are some important nuances:

• Wash the blanket in several steps in water at room temperature.
• Rinse the product well, adding a little vinegar to the water (2 spoons for every 10 liters) to brighten the color.
• Dry as described above.

Remember! Silk should never be boiled!

If you doubt that you can wash a silk blanket at home, it is better to contact a dry cleaning service.

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Manual cleaning of a blanket

Some manufacturers, on the contrary, insist that washing a silk blanket must be done exclusively by hand.

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How to wash a blanket with silk filling without using a washing machine:

1. Prepare the container. There will not be enough space in the basin, so it is better to choose a bathtub. It should be cleaned first.
2. Fill with water so that it covers the blanket. The water should be cool.
3. Choice of remedy. A special product for silk or baby soap will do. Check the composition of the drug. It should not contain chlorine or enzymes.
4. Lather the most contaminated areas well and rub a little.
5. Rinsing. Ideally reusable. There should be no cleaning agent left in the fabric.
6. Spin. Twisting is prohibited. Light spin only.
7. Drying. It is better to do this in a horizontal position. Periodically turning the product over.

And yet, if one small spot or several appear on the blanket, then instead of asking whether silk blankets can be washed, it is better to ask whether it is necessary. In this case, a more gentle option would be partial washing without radical action.

Tips on how to partially wash a silkworm pillow:

• chalk. Just carefully paint over the stain on the product. The product will absorb dirt;
• salt. To do this, sprinkle the stained area and leave for 20 minutes. If it didn't help. Replace the drug with a new one and wait another 15 minutes;
• glycerol. Removes traces of tea and coffee. Apply to the dirty area and leave for 30 minutes, then rinse well with running water;
• starch. Prepare a paste by mixing 1 tbsp. l. products with a few drops of water. Apply the prepared solution to the stain and wait 15 minutes. This way, they get rid of blood stains;
• A detergent for washing silk fabrics will remove traces of decorative cosmetics;
• turpentine. If you accidentally scribbled on your favorite blanket with a ballpoint pen, you can get rid of it with the help of turpentine. It is important to use only purified composition. After this method, the area where the contamination was should be cleaned with baby soap and rinsed thoroughly;
• dry mustard powder. It is an effective remedy against ink and other types of stains. To do this, prepare a paste and apply to the stain;
• greasy stains will go away if you treat them with ammonia.

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When choosing a way to wash a Chinese silk blanket, be sure to read all the instructions to avoid damage to the item.

Is it possible to wash a silk blanket?

For most models of silk blankets, the manufacturer prohibits any type of washing, while only dry cleaning is allowed. In some cases, hand washing at a temperature of 30 ° C, tumble drying, and rarely ironing at temperatures below 110 degrees are allowed.

Silk bed linen requires special delicate care. If several stains appear on it, you can try to deal with it without washing - just clean the dirty area with a brush. Try to do this as carefully as possible so as not to damage the fibers. It is important to use only natural detergents.

You can try removing a few stains with stain remover or alcohol. After the procedure, the product is rinsed in cool water. However, it is not always possible to get rid of contaminants using these methods.

Properties and benefits of silk

A blanket made of natural silk is an elite and expensive product that guarantees a healthy and comfortable sleep. It will please even the most demanding person. And there is an explanation for this, because silk fibers are environmentally friendly, they are obtained from silkworm cocoons.

In addition, their composition is a unique combination of beneficial substances that have a positive effect on human metabolism:

• fibrous proteins (97%);
• fats and wax (3%);
• amino acids.

And this is not all of their advantages. A blanket with silk filling is incredibly light, delicate and soft. It is safe for allergy sufferers and people with sensitive skin. The advantages of such a product also include:

• naturalness;
• hygroscopicity;
• breathability;
• hypoallergenic;
• durability.

Silk is very beautiful in itself. Products made from this material will not only give you a healthy sleep, but will also provide aesthetic pleasure. And with proper care, which we will discuss below, they will delight their owner for many years.

Buying a silk blanket

Do you have a desire to buy a silk blanket? If you start buying, be curious about blankets and see what fillings they can offer you. Silk filler comes in several varieties, which differ in their properties and qualities, and, therefore, there are differences in care. Low-quality silk filling clumps and is unevenly distributed inside the blanket. What causes the blanket to lose its shape. This filler prevents washing, since water and the drum of the washing machine will turn it into a rag. To avoid such problems, learn not to skimp on your health, save your nerves and buy a blanket that is more expensive, but of better quality.

The quality of silk thread depends on the type and technology of silkworm care. Northern (wild) silkworm - Tussa, which produces threads that are inferior in quality to another species - the cultivated Mulberry. Mulberry mulberry has remarkable properties, is good for health and has a large margin of safety. This silk combines strength, elasticity and at the same time pleasant and gentle to the touch, is not difficult to care for and is several times stronger than other varieties.

Modern technologies have not bypassed silk production. The result is a more refined Mulberry silk. The intricacies of ancient methods of producing silk and modern know-how in the field of sericulture became the beginning of a new brand - Silkwash. Its characteristics are amazing - wear-resistant, stain-resistant, a natural barrier to microorganisms.

How to care for a silk blanket?

No matter how clean the housewife is, it is simply impossible to protect a silk blanket from contamination. And children and pets are simply specialists in pollution. They all strive to climb onto the blanket. As a result, things so dear to the heart get: juice stains, paw marks, dirty hand prints and other “surprises”, which are sometimes not so easy to remove. Of course, there is always a way out, largely thanks to modern technology.

Initially, silk is much more practical than other types of fabrics. It does not absorb all kinds of odors, and you cannot call it a dust collector. Previously, silk bed linen had to be hung out for airing every day after sleep and not allowed to come into contact with heating devices. Now there is no need to follow such conventions, because the new generation of mulberry blankets are not afraid of moisture, which will simply dry out and not leave an unpleasant odor inside.

Silk detergents

To wash silk baby clothes, you need to use a solution based on baby soap. If the product will be machine washed, then only products with a liquid structure should be used. Regular powder is definitely not suitable for solving this problem.

It is best to purchase a special gel for silk, which will not contain chlorine and will have a mild effect. If you don’t have this on hand, you can use toilet soap. But it should not be alkaline. It is also allowed to use clear and white shampoos that do not contain chemical additives.

The most effective and popular for washing silk products are the following:

1. Silk. Protects wet fibers from destruction, softens fabric, removes existing dirt, and rinses without residue.
2. Washing gel Eared nannies. It does not contain allergens. The gel gently washes natural silk without destroying the fibers. Ideal for items with batik on them.

Bleaching silk items

To ensure that bleaching of items made from silk fabric is gentle and does not damage the delicate material, such items should be soaked in an aqueous solution prepared with soap and borax before washing. For a liter of water you need to take a tablespoon of borax.

Bleaching silk items

The products are soaked in this solution for no more than 15 minutes so that the material does not fade. After that, they are machine washable at 40 degrees. You need to select a delicate washing mode.

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You can prepare another solution that helps wash and bleach white silk items. To do this, you need to pour regular crushed bran with water. Let the broth brew, strain it and pour it over things for twenty minutes.

To prevent white silk clothes from turning yellow over time, it is recommended to periodically bleach them in solutions based on hydrogen peroxide and table vinegar. The use of any other formulations with chemical additives is prohibited.

Drying

Silk should be dried naturally. To do this, leave the product for 15 minutes so that all excess liquid drains from it. Then you need to wrap the item in a terry towel and carefully roll it. After ten minutes, the product is taken out and hung on hangers away from direct sunlight.

You can simply lay things out on a horizontal surface with a thick terry towel underneath them. But this drying method is more suitable for small silk items such as scarves, blouses and shawls.

Drying items made of silk fabric near heating appliances is prohibited. This will contribute to the destruction of the fibers of the material itself. Do not use thick rope or clothespins for drying.

Ironing

It is best to iron silk items when they are not completely dry. Products made from such a thin material are not at all afraid of the iron, only the ironing temperature should be medium. You can iron things only from the wrong side or if you apply any other fabric to them.

How to iron silk

If the iron is equipped with modes, then you just need to select “silk”. When you need to iron an already dry item made of this material, then you need to use a vertical steamer. While steaming, touching the fabric itself is not allowed. You should also not spray a dry product with water, otherwise there will definitely be stains.

If such a thing is very dry, then it would be better to wet it again, wait until the excess liquid drains and only then begin the ironing process.

By following all the described rules and recommendations regarding washing, drying and ironing clothes and bed linen made of silk fabric, you can use them with pleasure for a long time. They will not lose their appearance, will not fade and will retain the structure of the fibers.