Your comforter, duvet, or quilt can easily become a safe haven for allergens like dust mites, as a result ruining your precious good night’s sleep. That’s why it is vital to know how to wash bed comforters the right way. Washing comforters twice or thrice (or more depending on its use) can keep the dust mites at bay, leaving your bed refreshingly clean. Fortunately, washing a comforter is nearly as easy as tackling your regular pile of laundry.

If you don’t have time to wash the comforters at home yourself, getting them done from a professional dry cleaner is also a great option. In fact, some experts would argue getting your household bedding professionally dry cleaned is far superior than throwing them in the washing machine.

But if you wish to still give home washing a try, here are some simple steps to follow: 

Check Comforter Label

Buying a new comforter is always exciting. But the thrill dies down once you neglect its cleanliness. That’s why before throwing your comforter in the machine, check the label to see instructions on how to best wash it. Some materials, like silk or wool, can shrink or be damaged in the washer, so if the tag states “Dry Clean Only,” let the professionals handle it.

Repair Tears & Treat Stains

Before throwing the comforter in the machine, spot-treat stains (if any). You must also check for any loose threads or torn seams and repair them immediately to prevent further damage in the machine.

Use A Spacious Washing Machine

Ensure that the machine you’re using to wash the comforter has enough room to spare. If your comforter does not have sufficient space, its filling might become compressed and might not get fully clean.

Use A Mild/Natural Detergent

Harsh detergents might ruin the fabric of your comforter. Therefore, consider using a natural or mild laundry detergent. In addition, choose the delicate or gentle cycle for extra care.

Use Tennis Balls for Drying

After washing the comforter, transfer it to a dryer. Add down fluffer rings or tennis balls to the load to ensure the filling is evenly distributed.

Expert Dry Cleaning by 5th Avenue EnRoute Cleaners

Your comforter is likely much dirtier than you realize. Apart from surface dirt, it most probably even harbors skin cells, dust mites, and oil. These can infiltrate the comforter’s fabric, making it almost impossible to fully clean in a regular machine wash. This is where a professional deep cleaner can help. By using special cleaning agents, they effectively remove grime and surface dirt as well as get rid of concealed allergens.

So, if you wish to retain the freshness of your bedding, don’t look far. Trust in the expert comfort cleaning services of 5th Avenue EnRoute Cleaners. We’re conveniently located in Willow Lawn, Ladysmith, Ashland, Fort Gregg Adams and Mechanicsville and have been providing expert dry-cleaning services at unmatched prices for over two decades. We provide comforter cleaning, bedding cleaning and linen cleaning services for hostels, bed and breakfasts, hotels, Airbnb’s, and more.

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