Washing a silk blanket in a washing machine

Silk duvets are a true treasure. They regulate a person's body temperature while they rest, providing a gentle cooling effect. This product will not only ensure a comfortable sleep in the summer but also keep you warm during the colder off-season. Furthermore, silk is resistant to dust mites and other insects.

To preserve the filling's properties for a long time, proper care is essential. Let's explore whether a silk duvet can be machine washed, how to dry it properly, and what to keep in mind when cleaning.

Does the manufacturer allow washing?

It's important to read the label after purchasing a blanket. The symbols on the tag will indicate the recommended washing method. Most manufacturers prohibit washing blankets with silk filling, allowing only dry cleaning.

For some models of silk bedspreads, hand washing in water no hotter than 30°C and machine drying are permitted.

Silk bedding requires careful care. If there are a couple of stains on the bedspread, it's best to skip washing. Simply brush the soiled area with a soft brush. Clean gently to avoid damaging the delicate silk fibers.

Small stains can be removed with an alcohol solution. After treatment, rinse the blanket in cold water. A gentle stain remover can also be used.

Risky automatic washing

If you're not afraid to take a risk, you can still try washing a Chinese silk blanket in a washing machine. Select a delicate or hand wash cycle. You can also run the "Silk" cycle. Pre-soaking should be avoided, as it will damage the blanket. Prolonged contact with water will stretch the threads, causing the blanket to become misshapen.

Care should be taken when choosing detergents. Avoid powdered detergents, as their granules dissolve poorly in cold water and don't rinse completely out of the litter. Preference should be given to special gels for wool and silk; liquid detergents for children's clothes are also acceptable.

The water temperature when washing a silk blanket should not exceed 30°C.

Avoid using the automatic spin cycle, or set the spin speed to a minimum of 400 rpm. Also, consider the volume of your silk-filled blanket and remember that only large machines with a 6-8 kg load capacity are suitable for washing it. Before loading the blanket into the drum, it's best to place it in a mesh bag. This will prevent the filling from clumping.

How to remove moisture from a silk blanket?

The manufacturer does not prohibit drying the item in a washing machine. If a tumble dryer is available, don't hesitate to use it. If your washing machine doesn't have this setting, you can use the traditional method.

When drying naturally, you must adhere to the following rules:

• It's best to lay the blanket flat rather than hang it. Periodically, flip it over and shake it to prevent the silk filling from clumping.
• You cannot hang a blanket on a radiator, heaters, or even near them;
• The room in which the blanket is dried must be well ventilated.

If your blanket looks too wrinkled after washing and drying, you can straighten it with an iron or steam generator. It's important to set the heat to low or use a special setting for silk.

Entrust your item to professionals

The best solution is to take your silk duvet to a dry cleaner. Specialists will dry-clean the duvet and refresh it. Using gentle treatment, professionals will restore the duvet to its original appearance.

If you've never used dry cleaning services before, we'll explain the process. Bring your blanket to a drop-off location or hand it over to a courier. A technician will thoroughly inspect the item, examine the stains, identify the type of stain, explain the chosen silk treatment method, and quote the cost.

Care instructions

By following a few simple steps, your duvet will stay clean and fresh for much longer, and washing will be a thing of the past. Be sure to shake the duvet after use to ensure the silk filling is evenly distributed.

Silk should not be stored in vacuum bags.It is important to periodically air the silk blanket on the balcony, while avoiding exposure to sunlight. If you follow these simple rules, you won't need to wash your bedspread for a long time.

   

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