How to Dry Down Pillows and Blankets

This is very easy to do. This technique can also be used for jackets, vests, etc.

Steps

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    Find a heavy duty washer or use a triple loader at a laundromat.
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    Put pillows in a zippered case. If you have a duvet cover with a zipper, use for the blanket.
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    Use mild detergent.
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    Be sure they are spun well. You may need to put machine on spin again, unless you use a commercial washer which has 2 spin cycles.
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    When putting the pillow in the dryer, throw a couple of tennis balls in to fluff the down well.
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    While drying, stop occasionally to rearrange to get proper air flow.

Tips

  • Use dryer sheets for freshening as wet down does have an odor that may linger.
  • The key to drying is to have as much water out of them so try to spin as best as possible.
  • Rearrange while in dryer so proper air flow and fluffing is accomplished.
  • The more balls or tennis shoes (although be careful of the rubber soles) that you use the fluffier you can get the down.

Warnings

  • Do not leave in dryer for a long time without checking on them; they can scorch.

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Categories: Bedding and Mattress Care