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6 Tips in cleaning Down Comforters
Added: (Sat Oct 11 2008)
To keep your down comforter in the best shape and last longer , It is recommended to take care of them in the following manner to protect your investment for years to come.
1) Pillows and comforters should always be used inside a cover. The may be a duvet cover which are commercially available.
2) Comforters may be spot cleaned for spills and aired out occasionally. It is important the the comforters are completely dried to avoid mold and odors.
3) Pillows should always have on a protector in addition to a cover especially if used for toddlers and infants. This uusally used to prevent moisture from absorbing in the comforter or pillow.
4) While frequent washing is not advised, down products may either be washed or dry-cleaned. The method of washing in oultined below for the best results.
5) Dry cleaning should only be performed by a company experienced with Down products, as dirty cleaning fluid will cause the Down to clump, lose its lofting ability and occasionally develop a mild odor.
6) We recommend washing ONLY in a front-loading commercial capacity washer. No machines with agitators as these are too rough and will tear the baffles, which would void the warranty. Use a low sudsing detergent or a product specifically designed for washing down products. Run through the rinse cycle twice to remove all soap. Place in large capacity dryer on lowest heat setting and dry for several hours. This step is very important, because if down is not thoroughly dried, it may develop mold and odors.