Don’t touch that teddy bear until you follow this stuffed animal cleaning guide!
Do you remember the last time you disinfected your kids' favorite plush toy?
We’ll show you how to clean stuffed animals correctly so they remain germ-free.
If you or your child have been sick or had lice, disinfect and clean stuffed animals right away.
And, of course, clean stuffed animals if they smell or look dirty.
Considerations Before You Get Started
Alwayscheck the labelon the stuffed animal for care instructions.
Some stuffed animals should not be machine-washed, like those stuffed with plastic pellets rather than cotton batting.
Also, be mindful of batteries and electronic parts on stuffed animals.
If the toy is very old or falling apart, adelicate hand washor at-home dry cleaning is best.
Add to the washing machine.
You want enough water to soak the toy.
Submerge the stuffed animal and move it around in the soapy mixture.
Rinse any soap and remove excess water.
The baking soda will help absorb oils and odors from the plush toys, giving them a refreshing look.
Shake the bag for two to three minutes to spread the baking soda.
Place the plush toy in a pillowcase.
Add the pillowcase-covered stuffed animal to your dryer and execute the tumble dry setting.
When storing stuffed animals for an extended time, individually wrap them in tissue paper.
This way, they’ll be protected from dust and will keep their form better.
For a quick clean in between washing stuffed animals, try these alternative methods:
