Duvet washing: the complete guide to a fresh and hygienic duvet
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You duvet It is a frequently used item in your home; after all, you sleep under it every night. While doing so, you may turn and perspire, which affects the quality of your duvet. You want to prevent dust, moisture, skin flakes, and dust mites from accumulating so you can enjoy your duvet for as long as possible. Maintaining and washing your duvet correctly is therefore very important. We give you all our tips for a fresh and hygienic duvet.
Washable duvet or not?
First of all, it is important to mention that you cannot wash every duvet at home in the washing machine. Duvets filled with synthetic materials such as polyester microfiber or hollow fiber are often washable duvets. But you can also put a natural material like mulberry silk in the washing machine at 40 degrees. Duvet materials Those that are not washable bring other benefits, such as optimal insulation, featherlight weight, and a luxurious feel.
We recommend not putting any of our down duvets in the washing machine. Shaking daily, ventilating well, and occasionally wiping the ticking with a soft brush is sufficient. For a more thorough wash, you can have your down duvet dry cleaned.
Why did you wash a duvet?
The most important reason to wash your duvet is to keep it nice and fresh and hygienic. Perspiration, bacteria, dust mites, skin flakes, and oils can accumulate, and you want to prevent this for the sake of your health and comfort.
Besides being cleaner and healthier for yourself, it is also better for the quality and lifespan of your duvet. Although washing too often can cause wear and tear, a wash every now and then actually ensures that your duvet remains voluminous and therefore insulating. Accumulated dirt makes your duvet less fluffy.
How often do you wash a duvet and at what temperature?
With normal use, washing your duvet once or twice a year is sufficient. If you sweat heavily or suffer from allergies, a higher frequency is recommended. In the case of a dust mite allergy, it is advisable to choose a duvet that can be washed at 60 degrees Celsius, as dust mites have no chance at this temperature. However, please note: this is not possible with every duvet. Always carefully check the washing instructions on the label attached to your duvet.
Step by step: maintaining and washing a duvet
For the daily maintenance of your duvet, follow these steps every morning:
- Open one or more windows in your bedroom if you keep them closed at night.
- Open your duvet so your bed can air out for a bit.
- Later in the morning, fold the duvet back. Grab one side and shake it so that the filling becomes fluffier again.
- Leave your duvet lying flat during the day. Avoid sitting on your duvet.
For careful maintenance of your duvet, follow these steps once a week:
- Remove your duvet cover from your duvet and wash it in the washing machine.
- Gently sweep a soft brush over the ticking (outer side) of your duvet to remove dust.
- Would you like to air your duvet more thoroughly once a week? Do this outdoors, but avoid hanging your duvet in direct sunlight.
Generally, washing your duvet once or twice a year is sufficient. Here is how you do it:
- Check if your washing machine drum is spacious enough for your duvet; otherwise, go to a laundromat.
- Remove your duvet cover from your duvet and wash it separately.
- Check the washing instructions on your duvet label.
- Use only a small amount of washing powder. Avoid other products, even fabric softener.
- Set the temperature of your washing machine as indicated on the wash label and ensure that the spin speed is not set too high (maximum 800 to 1000 rpm).
- As soon as the washing machine is finished, take the duvet out immediately.
- Dry your duvet in the dryer on a low setting, if possible according to the washing label.
- Do you not have a dryer, does your duvet not fit in it, or do you prefer to air dry your duvet? If so, preferably do this lying flat. When drying outdoors, make sure your duvet is not hanging in direct sunlight.
