Keep this self-care essential looking (and smelling) as new as the day you brought it home.
Is your blanket machine washable but on the larger side?
Always wash a weighted blanket separately due to its size.
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Don’t add other bedding or clothes to the load to avoid stressing your washing machine.
If you don’t use it regularly, wash your weighted blanket once every three to four months.
For all machine washable blankets, do these things.
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To make the cleaning solution, mix warm water andmild detergentin a bowl.
Immediate spot cleaning will help keep your blanket clean between washings.
Always use cold or lukewarm water when cleaning stainshot water will cause the stains to set.
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Wash it on a gentle cycle, using cool water and mild detergent.
Dry the Blanket
Dry your weighted blanket in a dryer or byletting it air-dry.
Whichever method you choose, it’s important not to use your weighted blanket until it has dried thoroughly.
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If using the dryer, set it on the low-heat setting.
The process is surprisingly speedy since glass and plastic pellets don’t readily absorb water.
Stop the drying cycle periodically and fluff up the weighted blanket to see to it it dries evenly.
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Alternatively, air dry the blanket on a large, clean, flat surface.
Weighted blankets take about 24 to 48 hours to air dry completely.
To speed up the drying process, turn the blanket every four hours.
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How to Wash a Weighted Blanket by Hand
Many weighted blankets can be hand-washed.
You’ll need ample space to wash your weighted blanket.
Stir the water to distribute the detergent evenly.
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Submerge the Blanket
Add the blanket to the soapy water mixture, ensuring all parts get wet.
Let it soak for 10 to 30 minutes, up to an hour.
Clean the Blanket
Gently scrub any areas on the blanket that are particularly dirty.
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Use a soft brush or an old toothbrush toclean stainsor spots.
Lay the blanket flat on a large, clean surface to air dry.
Be sure it’s completely dry before using it againremember, this can take one or two days.
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Turn the blanket every few hours to speed up the process.
(The less you better machine wash a blanket, the better.)
The easiest, most surefire way to remove odors from a blanket is to air it out.
Frequently Asked Questions
Avoiding high heat is the best way to reduce fading on a weighted blanket.
Use cold water and low heat options when washing and drying your blanket.
Additionally, avoid direct sunlight as this can cause fadinglet your weighted blanket air-dry in a well-ventilated indoor area.
To prevent your weighted blanket from shrinking, consider air-drying it instead of placing it in a dryer.
When washingl, use a gentle cycle with cold water.
