Down Comforter Washing and Cleaning Tips

Down comforters require proper care for best down comforter results

by Pacific Coast Feather

We hope that these simple guidelines help you to protect your investment and instruct you how to care for your comforter.

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• We recommend that you professionally launder your bedding every 3-5 years. It is possible to wash your bedding yourself, but you may jeopardize the life of your comforter.
• We are reluctant to recommend non-professional laundering because:
1. Home washers are often too small.
2. Most household washing machines have an agitator in the center which places unnecessary stress on the comforter.
3. Harsh detergents and heat can cause down to become dry and brittle and will result in the down clusters breaking.
4. If the product is not dried completely the fill may mildew or disintegrate.
5. Most fabric used in natural bedding is 100% cotton and will shrink slightly when dried.
• Should you still choose to wash your comforter yourself, please:
  1. Use gentle detergents and a low heat drying cycle.
  2. Be sure to dry the product completely for approximately 8-12 hours.

Editor's note: Please note that these are information tips only. For best results, and to maintain your product warranty, we recommend that you refer to the manufacturer's care instructions that come with the product. See the link below for more information about the allergy free comforters that we offer at AllergyBuyersClub.com

 

First Published: March 2002
Updated: May 2007

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