How to Wash a Weighted Blanket

Before washing your weighted blanket, you should consult the manufacturer`s care instructions, either on the tag or on the company`s website. Because of the heavier construction of Weighted Blankets, they cannot be washed as easily as a regular blanket. Care instructions vary depending on the type of fill and the fabric material, so be sure to learn about how to care for your particular blanket before moving forward with cleaning.

In general, there are a few things to keep in mind when cleaning a weighted blanket. The first is how much cleaning the blanket actually needs. If the blanket only needs to be spot cleaned, then use a gentle soap, detergent, or stain remover to treat those stains, rinse with cold or warm water, and let your blanket air dry. Cleaning stains as soon as they occur may help prevent them from setting.

For blankets that have a duvet cover, consider removing and washing just the cover instead of the entire blanket. Often, duvet covers can be machine washed and dried, but check the care label beforehand.

When your weighted blanket is ready for a deep clean, you may choose to wash it in a washing machine or by hand in a bathtub or sink. Either way, choose a mild detergent without bleach and wash the blanket in cold or warm water, as many weighted blankets can`t handle hot water. Make sure to rinse the blanket thoroughly. Depending on your washing machine`s weight limit, you may consider bringing the blanket to a commercial washing center instead.

Generally, it is best to air dry a weighted blanket by laying it flat and shaking it out every so often so the fill can dry and distribute evenly. If you choose to put the blanket in a dryer, use a low or medium setting and remove it promptly once it`s dry. Make sure that the blanket is fully dried before using it again. There should be no need to iron your weighted blanket.