How to Wash Blankets at Home

Fuzzy blankets are your best friend during the winter season. Whether you are watching a movie or having a sleepover with your best friend, blankets will keep you warm. Despite their durability, blankets need to be washed and maintained. 

Whether you have a comforter, a throw or a quilt blanket, it should be washed after every few months to prevent the dirt from piling up. Some people prefer to get their blankets washed from a professional service, while others are more inclined towards washing it themselves. Yes, you heard it right! Blankets can be washed at home, no matter which one you have.

Now you must be thinking how to wash blankets at home? In this guide, we will tell you how to wash different types of blankets at the comfort of your home. 

1. Woolen Blankets

Woolen blankets are probably the most soft and wanted blankets. They fulfill their purpose and are extremely easy to clean. Even the dirtiest of woolen blankets can also be cleaned with a brush.

If you plan on washing your woolen blanket yourself, you will be needing a mild detergent, a soft bristle brush and a washing machine.

Washing a Woolen Blanket

• Lay the blanket on a flat surface and use a soft brush in one direction to clean it. This will make sure that the woolen fibers are aligned and will also lessen abrasion. 

• If your blanket gets stained, make sure you clean it with a mild detergent before the stain gets absorbed. You can use a mixture of detergent and warm water to clean the stains. Do not scrub the blanket, just soak it in the water and blot with a cloth. 

• Try not to put a woolen blanket in a dryer as its softness will be destroyed.  Instead, try to air dry it at a place where it is not exposed to sunlight directly.

2. Mink Blankets

Mink blankets are machine friendly; however, you still need to be careful with them. To wash a mink blanket at home, you would need a commercial washing machine, a dryer and a mild detergent. 

Washing Mink Blankets at Home

• You will be needing a commercial washing machine because mink blankets become quite heavy with moisture which can clog your regular machines. 

• Try to use a soft detergent because a hard detergent can lessen its durability. 

• Use your mink blanket in cold water because warm water can become a cause of color leaching. 

• Dry your blanket in a tumble dryer with cool air setting as hot air will melt the fiber. 

3. Cotton Blankets

Cotton blankets are easy to wash at home and are usually used as summer blankets.  To wash a cotton blanket at home, you would be needing a dryer, a soft liquid detergent and a washing machine. 

Washing a Cotton Blanket

• All you have to do is put your cotton blanket in a washing machine. You can also choose to wash it with other cotton clothing or any other items. 

• Add a mild detergent and set the machine for a gentle cycle. Make sure you are using cold water, otherwise the blanket would shrink. 

• Once it is washed, you can use a dryer to dry the blanket on medium heat. 

4. Fleece Blanket

Fleece is a kind of blanket which needs to be washed very carefully to avoid damaging its softness and fibers. Things that you will be needing to wash a fleece blanket include a washing machine, a dishwashing liquid, bleach-free mild detergent and a dryer. 

Washing a Fleece Blanket

• If your fleece blanket gets stained, all you have to do is add a drop of dishwashing liquid and let it rest for 10 minutes. Use a paper towel and blot that area so that the stain is lifted. Remember to not rub the stain as it will be pressed deeper into the blanket. 

• You can wash a fleece blanket in a washing machine but make sure it’s set on a gentle cycle. 

• Use warm water and avoid using detergent because it destroys water repellent finish on the fleece blanket. 

• You can use a dryer to dry out your blanket but make sure it is set on low heat. Once your blanket is completely dry, fold it immediately so that there are no wrinkles. 

Blanket Price in Pakistan

Different blankets come in different sizes and varieties, so the price varies depending on these factors.

There are different blankets available in different size ranges on OLX Pakistan. Do have a look because chances are that you may find something of your liking. 

Things To Consider When Washing a Blanket

Following are some things that you should remember when washing a blanket. 

• Reading the instructions on the blanket to avoid unnecessary damage.

• Make sure you get all the dust out of the blanket before washing it, especially if it is a woolen blanket. You can either shake the blanket or vacuum it to remove the dust.

• Try not to squeeze out the water manually if your blanket is too heavy; use a dryer instead. 

• Never use bleach to wash your blankets, use a fabric softener instead. 

• Before you wash the blanket, make sure you remove the liquid stains from it by blotting it with a paper towel. You can dip the paper towel in a dish washing liquid or a mild detergent before using it. 

To wash your blankets, you would be needing a washing machine and a dryer. There are various kinds of washing machines and dryers available at OLX Pakistan. Do visit the website and see if you find something.

That is about it! We hope that now you know how to wash blankets at home.

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