How to wash a blanket in an automatic machine?

A modern person loves beauty and comfort, and a plaid is both beautiful and comfortable. Probably, there is no such family that does not have it at home, and if you use it constantly, then the process of pollution, color fading will be quite natural. How to wash a blanket in an automatic machine without damaging the fabric and without spoiling the appearance and whether it can be done - you will learn from this article.

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Which plaid can be washed in a washing machine?

Plaids come in different materials - fleece, synthetic, cashmere, linen and many more types of fabrics. What kind of plaid can be washed in a washing machine so that the material does not fade or the appearance deteriorates? In any case, it is not so difficult as it seems at first glance.

Each blanket has a label - here it will help us with the temperature and the mode for washing.

Important! Such products should be washed no more than once a month.

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Washing products from different materials

So that washing the rugs is not an overly tedious procedure for you, but at the same time turns out to be effective, you must adhere to certain rules.

Important! Unfortunately, only not very large rugs are placed in the drum, usually such as fleece or baby ones.

The step-by-step algorithm of your actions will look like this:

1. We place the product in the washer - do not be afraid if it is close to the back, this will not affect the quality of the washing, and, moreover, it will settle when it gets wet.
2. You need to choose the optimal temperature for washing - + 30- + 40 degrees just right, but not higher.
3. But it is better not to play with spinning: more than 400 revolutions will be critical for the thing - the product will become stretched and shapeless.

Important! If you go too far with the temperature, the result will be about the same, only it will lose color.

4. Do not forget to set the mode delicate wash, wool or hand wash.
5. Next, add the powder - it is best if it is liquid.

Important! Liquid powder foams less and is washed well.

6. Be sure to add rinse conditioner, after which the decor will be soft and fragrant.

Important! A natural fur blanket is best attributed to dry cleaning:

1. Firstly, he is afraid of water.
2. Secondly, it is difficult to find out how the fur behaves if you clean it with “home” means.

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Wool

We treat wool products with special care and trepidation. The wool blanket is warm and cozy and I want to keep it in its original form for a longer time.

Wash

But it is not always possible to remove the ingrained dirt in this way. Here it will be difficult to do without washing. So, how to wash a wool blanket:

1. We collect cold water in a basin - and if you have a bath, it’s even more convenient.
2. Water should be no more than 30 degrees.
3. Add a detergent for washing wool products (or for products from delicate fabrics).
4. Soak the product for 10 minutes.
5. Then rinse the product in the same cold water. When you need a little glass of water, you can slide it to the edge of the bathtub.
6. We lay it on a horizontal surface and wait until the product dries.

Important! In no case do not rub, do not squeeze or unscrew the plaid from the wool. It is also important to know that wool products are not dried in limbo. They will lose both shape and appearance will be damaged.

Dry clean

You can do without washing a wool blanket:

1. Clean it from hair and dust.
2. Apply a solution - 100 ml of warm water, 1 tsp. vinegar and 2 tsp. any shampoo, whisk it until a dense foam forms.
3. Wait for it to dry.
4. Vacuum the decor.
5. Walk a little over the fabric with vinegar, dampening a sponge in it.
6. Comb with a soft brush.
7. Repeat the procedure on the other side.

The effect of such a cleaning will exceed your expectations.

Alternative cleaning

It is not necessary to wash it in a washing machine, you can keep it fresh and clean and not spoil the appearance in other ways:

• It can be hung on the balcony for several hours - it will become clean and easy.
• If there is slight dirt, they can be carefully cleaned with a special brush.

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Synthetics

Is it possible to wash a blanket in a washing machine if it is made of artificial fiber? - Yes, here you can apply this approach. You just do not need to do this more than once every 3-4 months. You can also hang it on the balcony, vacuum it or just shake it.

Process Rules:

1. Wash with ordinary powder and conditioner.
2. Gentle washing is best suited - 15-30 degrees, and no more than 500 revolutions during the spin cycle.

Important! Just do not dry it on a battery - it will definitely deteriorate from this.

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Fleece

How to wash fleece blanket? - Almost the same as wool, according to the following rules:

1. No fabric softener needed.
2. Instead of the usual powder, it is better to use a special fleece fluid.
3. It is best to do without spinning, but in extreme cases, put on a minimum.
4. Water temperature - no more than +30 degrees.
5. Ironing is not recommended. But it is best to dry it on a horizontal surface, after covering it with an unnecessary cloth.
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Now you know all the rules of how to wash a blanket in a washing machine-machine from any material. We hope this process will be easy for you and always clean decor will maintain a special cosiness in your home.