Before hurrying to wash your comforter in the washing machine, read the manufacturer’s label carefully on how to clean a comforter. Some comforters can be machine washed but some need dry cleaning only. Generally, comforters made of wool and silk need to be dry cleaned and comforters made of down and polyester fillers can be machine washed at home. Act according to the washing instructions mentioned on the label to maintain the durability of your comforter.

If your comforter can be machine washed, always follow certain pre-wash steps on how to wash a comforter at home before you put your comforter to wash. Check for loose threads, tears, or holes and get them mended to avoid further impairment to your beautiful comforter. Also, clean the stains with a mild detergent before putting the entire comforter to wash.

If you are the lucky one whose comforter can be machine washed at home (and avoid expensive dry cleaning), you need to follow certain steps diligently on how to wash a comforter. Firstly, make sure that your washing machine (whether front load or top load) has a large capacity to offer enough room for your comforter to move around. If yes, then evenly load your comforter in the tumbler. Wash the comforter in cold water with a gentle cycle (or as specified by the manufacturer) with mild detergent.

Once taken out of the washing machine, you can use a high-capacity dryer to dry your comforter. If you don’t have a dryer, comforters should be dried in a well-ventilated area, maybe on a drying rack, without getting exposed to direct sunlight.

Before folding your comforter in neat layers, make sure that it is completely dry otherwise it is prone to damage and smell in the presence of any moisture. Also, if not required immediately, store your comforter neatly stacked in your cupboard or bed. You can use naphthalene balls to avoid getting damaged due to insects or pests.

We understand that it is not easy or feasible to wash the comforters regularly. As prevention is better than cure, keeping your comforter dust-free and folding them immediately when not in use can surely help in the long run to keep your comforter in a great position without machine wash or dry cleaning.

Thus, now we have learned how to clean a comforter or how to wash a comforter in washing machine and also realized that it is not as difficult as we assume it to be. Day-to-day simple tips and habits can be very useful in keeping our comforters clean and splendid for years to come!

Yes, some comforters can be machine washed at home, and others need to be dry cleaned. Check the instructions before buying a comforter.

Try not to eat or drink while using a comforter, clean the stains immediately if anything spills and fold and store the comforter in a proper way.

Comforter should be washed quarterly, depending upon the usage. However, if it seems to be really dirty, it should be washed immediately. If you use the comforter only a few months in a year, then it should be washed before and after storing it each time.

Bedding should be cleaned on a regular basis and dried in a well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight.