Tips for washing blankets and pillows properly - advice from experts
Blankets and pillows are items that come into direct contact with your body every day, greatly affecting your sleep quality and health. However, many people often ignore proper cleaning, leading to the accumulation of bacteria, dirt and reducing the life of the product.
Here are some tips from sleep experts to help you wash your blankets and pillows properly, ensuring they are clean and durable.
Washing pillow stuffing:
Faux feather/microfiber pillow stuffing: Machine wash on gentle cycle, use cold or warm water (below 40°C), choose a mild detergent, avoid using too much detergent.
Buckwheat pillow stuffing: Do not wash with water! Dry in the sun regularly and replace the stuffing when necessary.
Pro tip: Put 2–3 laundry balls or tennis balls in the machine when washing pillow stuffing to maintain its natural fluffiness.
Washing pillowcases & duvet covers:
Machine wash on gentle cycle, warm water 30–40°C.
Use laundry bag if it is high-quality material such as T250 cotton to protect the fabric fibers.
Limit the use of fabric softener to avoid chemical residues that affect the skin and respiratory system.
Washing cotton blankets:
Read the product label carefully.
Use a washing machine with a large drum or wash at a professional laundry.
Dry in a cool place, avoid strong sunlight that hardens the fabric fibers.
Ideal washing frequency:
Pillow stuffing: 2–3 times/month
Pillowcases & duvet covers: 1–2 times/week
Cotton blankets: 2–3 times/month or seasonally
Washing pillowcases properly not only helps the product last longer but also protects your health and improves sleep quality. Take care of your sleep scientifically so that every night is a complete sleep!
