French Laundry

Comforters & Quilts

Most of us wash our sheets and blankets fairly regularly, but the other stuff—comforters, quilts, and pillows—often don’t fit in our washers, or are made of materials we don’t know what to do with. Professional dry cleaners know the best ways to treat these items to make sure they are fresh, clean, and stay in good condition. But if you know exactly what your items are made from, here are some guidelines for at-home care.

Wool

Check the care label—if it is not marked washable, do not put it in your washer.  It may be vulnerable to shrinkage or distortion.  Take it to a dry cleaner. …

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Down

If a down-filled comforter or quilt is relatively new or in good condition, it should be safe in the washing machine. Line drying is best, but down comforters can be …

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Cotton Batting

Do not put quilts stuffed with cotton batting in the washing machine—the stuffing will get bunched up and clumpy. Hand-wash in a large laundry tub or bathtub.  Use ½ cup …

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Everyday Care

Comforters and quilts can be gently vacuumed to remove dust and allergens. Do not touch the vacuum directly to them; hold the nozzle attachment about ¼ inch above the surface.