The correct cleaning method of quilted quilt: The key to extend the service life

Introduction

Quilting is used as a common bedding, with its beautiful appearance, comfortable touch and good thermal performance, deeply loved by people. However, if quilting is to maintain these advantages for a long time, the correct cleaning method is crucial. Improper cleaning may not only destroy the appearance of the quilted quilt, make it lose the original beauty, but also affect its internal material structure, and then shorten the service life. In this article, we will explore in detail the proper cleaning methods for quilting quilts and why these methods are key to extending their service life.

Understand the material composition of quilting quilt

Before exploring the cleaning method in depth, we first need to have a clear understanding of the material composition of the quilting quilt, because different materials have different requirements and precautions in cleaning.

(1) Fabric

There are many kinds of quilting quilt fabrics, common cotton, linen, silk and a variety of synthetic fiber fabrics.

Cotton fabric

Cotton quilting quilt is the most common one. It has the advantages of soft, breathable, hygroscopic and so on, making people feel comfortable. But because of this, cotton fabrics are prone to stains and may shrink after cleaning.

Hemp fabric

Hemp quilting gives a rustic, cool feel. It has excellent air permeability and is relatively durable. However, if the hemp fabric is cleaned improperly, it is easy to wrinkle and affect the appearance.

Silk fabric

Silk quilted quilt is high-grade, gorgeous, feel silky smooth. However, the silk material is more delicate, and the requirements for cleaning are very high, such as avoiding the use of too alkaline detergent, otherwise it is easy to damage the luster and fiber structure of the fabric.

Synthetic fabric

Quilted quilt made of synthetic fibers such as polyester fiber has the characteristics of anti-wrinkle and easy drying. However, some synthetic fabrics may not be breathable and may be deformed at high temperatures, so pay special attention to temperature control when cleaning.

(2) fillers

Quilting quilt filling is also diverse, mainly including cotton, down, silk, chemical fiber and so on.

Cotton stuffing

Quilting filled with cotton is well insulated and gives a natural and warm feeling. However, cotton is easy to harden, and if it is not handled properly after cleaning, it will be more difficult to restore the fullness.

Down stuffing

Down quilting is lightweight and warm, and is the first choice for many people in the cold season. However, down cleaning is relatively complex, and special attention needs to be paid to prevent down clumps, while ensuring thorough cleaning and odor removal.

Silk stuffing

The quilted quilt filled with silk is soft, skin-friendly and has good health function. However, silk is easy to become fragile after contact with water, so special care should be taken when cleaning to avoid excessive rubbing.

Chemical fiber filler

The quilting quilt of chemical fiber filler is relatively affordable and has certain durability. But in the cleaning should also pay attention to prevent deformation and other problems.

Preparation before routine cleaning

(1) Check the washing instructions

Each quilted quilt is usually accompanied by a washing instructions label when purchased, which is an important reference for us when cleaning. Different brands, different materials of quilting quilt may have different washing requirements, such as whether it can be machine washed, appropriate water temperature, the type of detergent used. Before cleaning, be sure to read carefully and strictly follow the washing instructions.

(2) Prepare suitable detergent

For quilting quilt of natural fiber fabrics such as cotton and hemp, you can generally choose mild neutral detergent. Such detergents can effectively remove stains without causing excessive damage to the fibers. Avoid using detergents that contain bleach, unless specifically permitted by the washing instructions, as bleach may discolor the fabric.

The quilting quilt of silk fabric uses detergent specially designed for silk, and its pH is more suitable for the fiber characteristics of silk, which can protect the luster and softness of silk.

For quilted quilts filled with down, there are special down detergents available. This detergent cleans down better, while helping to keep it fluffy.

(3) Prepare cleaning tools

Laundry bag: If quilting is allowed for machine washing, it is recommended to place it in a laundry bag. The laundry bag can play a protective role to prevent quilting from being excessively stirred and pulled in the washing machine, especially for the quilting quilt with decorative edges and more complex quilting patterns, the laundry bag can effectively avoid its damage.

Clean towel: used to absorb excess moisture on the quilted quilt after cleaning, speed up the drying speed, but also to protect the surface of the quilted quilt to a certain extent.

Gentle brush: When dealing with some local stains, if the stain is more stubborn, it may be necessary to use a gentle brush to scrub gently, but pay attention to the strength to avoid damaging the fabric.

 

The specific cleaning method of quilting quilt of different materials

(1) Cleaning of cotton quilting quilt

Machine washing procedure

First of all, according to the above preparation work, choose the appropriate neutral detergent, and pour the appropriate amount of detergent into the detergent tank of the washing machine.

Place the quilting in a laundry bag and then place in the washing machine. Set the washing machine to gentle mode, and choose normal temperature or warm water (generally not more than 30 ° C). Because too much water can cause cotton fabrics to shrink.

Start the washing machine for cleaning. During the cleaning process, pay attention to the operation of the washing machine to ensure that the quilting is not overly wound or pulled.

After cleaning, immediately remove the quilted quilt, do not let it soak in the water in the washing machine for a long time, so as not to cause problems such as yellow fabric.

Hand washing procedure

Add an appropriate amount of warm water in the basin (also not more than 30 ° C), pour an appropriate amount of neutral detergent, stir well, so that the detergent is fully dissolved.

The quilting is gently put into the basin, let it completely soak in water, and then gently rub with your hand, focusing on the parts where the stain is more concentrated. Be careful not to overexert, so as not to cause wrinkles or deformation of the fabric.

The soaking time should not be too long, generally 10-15 minutes. Then pour away the water in the basin, add fresh water, and rinse the quilting quilt repeatedly until the detergent is completely washed away.

Finally, use a clean towel to gently absorb the excess water on the quilting quilt, and then air it.

(2) Linen quilting quilt cleaning

Machine washing procedure

Again, prepare a suitable neutral detergent and put it in the laundry bag. Set the washing machine to gentle mode and the water temperature to room temperature. Because hemp fabrics tend to wrinkle at high temperatures, the water temperature should be strictly controlled.

Start the washing machine for cleaning, and pay attention to observe during the process to prevent the hemp quilting from being over-stirred and serious wrinkling.

After cleaning, remove the quilted quilt quickly to avoid prolonged soaking.

Hand washing procedure

Add normal temperature water into the basin, pour appropriate amount of neutral detergent, stir well.

The hemp quilting is gently put into the basin, after soaking for a moment, gently rub with the hand, especially pay attention to the stained parts of the treatment. But avoid rubbing too hard to avoid wrinkling.

The soaking time should not be too long, generally 5-10 minutes. Pour out the water in the basin, add fresh water again, and rinse repeatedly until the detergent is completely washed out.

Dry excess water with a clean towel and allow to dry.

(3) Cleaning of silk quilting quilt

Silk quilting is generally not recommended for machine washing, because machine washing can easily damage the fiber structure of the silk, causing it to lose luster and softness.

Hand washing procedure

Prepare a special silk detergent, add an appropriate amount of normal temperature water in the basin, add an appropriate amount of silk detergent according to the detergent instructions, stir well.

The silk quilting is gently put into the basin, let it completely soak in water, and then gently rub with the hand, pay attention to the strength of the kneading to be very light, almost the feeling of gently stroking, mainly in order to let the detergent evenly distributed on the fabric, remove stains.

The soaking time should not be too long, generally 5-8 minutes. Then pour out the water in the basin, add fresh water again, and rinse the silk quilting quilt repeatedly until the detergent is completely washed.

After washing, do not forcibly wring the silk quilting quilt, but to gently wrap it with a clean towel, gently press, let the towel absorb excess water, and then the silk quilting is spread flat in a well-ventilated, cool and dry place for drying.

(4) Cleaning of down quilting quilt

Down quilting is generally not recommended frequent machine washing, because machine washing is easy to cause down clumps, affecting the thermal effect. However, if you do need to clean, you can follow these steps:

Choose a special down detergent, according to the instructions in the basin or washing machine detergent tank to add the appropriate amount of detergent.

If machine washing, to put down quilting into a larger laundry bag, set the washing machine to gentle mode, the water temperature choose warm water (generally not more than 30 ° C). During the operation of the washing machine, it is necessary to closely observe to prevent down clumps.

If washing by hand, add warm water (not more than 30 ° C) in the basin, add an appropriate amount of down detergent, stir well. The down quilting is gently put into the basin, gently rub with your hand, focusing on the parts where the stain is more concentrated. But be careful not to overexert, so as not to cause down clumps.

Whether it is machine washing or hand washing, after cleaning is completed, it is necessary to rinse several times to ensure that the detergent is completely rinsed.

After rinsing, use a clean towel to absorb excess water, and then the down quilting is spread flat in a well-ventilated, cool and dry place for drying. In the process of drying, gently pat the quilted quilt from time to time to help the down to restore the shagginess.

(5) Cleaning of silk quilting quilt

Silk quilting is also not recommended for machine washing, because machine washing can cause serious damage to the silk fibers.

Hand washing procedure

Prepare mild neutral detergent, add an appropriate amount of normal temperature water in the basin, add an appropriate amount of detergent, stir well.

The silk quilting is gently put into the basin, let it completely soak in water, and then gently rub with the hand, pay attention to the strength of the kneading should be very light, mainly in order to let the detergent evenly distributed on the silk fiber, remove stains.

The soaking time should not be too long, generally 5-8 minutes. Then pour away the water in the basin, add fresh water again, and rinse the silk quilting quilt repeatedly until the detergent is completely washed.

After washing, do not forcibly wring the silk quilting quilt, but to gently wrap it with a clean towel, gently press, let the towel absorb excess water, and then the silk quilting is spread flat in a well-ventilated, cool and dry place for drying.

Precautions

First, drying related precautions

(1) Choose the right place for drying

Well-ventilated indoor space: If the weather is bad or it is not convenient to dry outside, choose a well-ventilated indoor area of your home, such as a place near a window and where air can flow smoothly. The window can be opened to create air convection and speed up the speed at which the quilting is dried. However, be careful to avoid placing it at the air outlet, so as not to be blown off by the wind or excessive turning caused by quilting deformation.

Outdoor shade: If drying outside, choose a completely cool place, such as under a tree or a place with an awning to block the sun. Avoid choosing the side close to the wall, because the wall may reflect heat after sunlight, indirectly causing damage to the quilting. At the same time, to ensure that the environment around the drying place is clean, to avoid dust, debris, etc., on the quilting quilt.

(2) The correct way of drying

Dry flat:

Thick material (such as cotton, hemp) quilting quilt: When it is spread flat on the drying rack, it should be spread as far as possible to smooth so that all parts of the quilt can fully contact the air. You can start with one corner of the quilt and slowly unfold the whole quilt, taking care not to let the edges of the quilt drop or curl, so as to avoid uneven drying. If the area of the drying rack is not large enough, you can air it several times, air half of it first, and then air the other half after this part is basically dry.

Quilted quilt of delicate materials (such as silk, silk) : When spread flat on a clean, dry sheet or large towel, place gently to avoid wrinkles. You can first lay the sheet or towel on a flat surface, and then carefully place the quilting on top of it, adjusting the position to ensure that the quilt is completely covered by the sheet or towel, preventing the edge part of the direct contact with the drying surface and damage.

Pat assist (for down quilted quilt) : During the process of drying down quilted quilt, gently pat it every once in a while (about every half hour). When slapping, gently pat all parts of the quilt with the palm of your hand, starting from the center of the quilt and gradually spreading to the edges. Pay attention to moderate patting force, too light may not be able to effectively help the down to restore the fullness, too heavy may damage the quilting or lead to uneven distribution of down. Each stroke can last a few minutes to feel the down gradually becoming fluffy.

Second, drying related precautions

(1) Observe the degree of dryness

Surface and internal inspection: In the drying process, it is not only necessary to judge whether the quilting is dry by touching the surface, but also pay attention to check the internal situation. For quilted quilts with padding, you can gently press different parts of the quilt to feel whether there is still a feeling of moisture. If slight water vapor comes out after pressing or the fingers feel cold, it indicates that there may still be moisture inside and it needs to continue drying.

Focus on different parts: pay particular attention to the corners of the quilting quilt, the quilting line and the thicker parts of the filling, which are relatively easier to retain moisture. The quilt can be properly folded or turned to allow for a more complete check of the dryness of various parts.

(2) Avoid excessive drying

Timely stop drying: When the quilting is completely dry to the touch, and there is no longer a wet feeling when pressed, and there is no obvious trace of water vapor on the surface, you can consider stopping drying. But don’t wait until the quilt becomes too dry, such as feeling that the fabric has begun to become a little hard, and the stuffing has lost its original elasticity. Generally speaking, after reaching the basic dry state, the quilt can be moved to a place with indoor ventilation but slightly higher relative humidity, so that it can further adapt to the natural environment for a period of time (about one or two hours).

Humidity adjustment assistance: If the climate in the area is dry, you can place a basin of water in the room or use a humidifier to appropriately increase the indoor humidity to prevent quilting from being overly dry. However, pay attention to the use of the humidifier distance and time, to avoid water vapor directly on the quilt caused by a large number of wet.

3. Precautions for storage

(1) Choose the right storage container

Material consideration:

Storage bag: Choose a storage bag with good air permeability, such as cotton or hemp storage bag. This kind of storage bag can allow air to circulate inside and outside the bag to a certain extent, preventing quilting from being odors or mildew due to air incirculation during the storage process. At the same time, it is necessary to ensure that the material of the storage bag is thick and can effectively prevent dust, bugs, etc.

Storage box: If you use a storage box, prefer a plastic storage box, because the plastic material is relatively strong and can better protect the quilting from being squeezed. But pay attention to choose non-toxic, tasteless plastic to avoid pollution to quilting. Moreover, the storage box should have good sealing, which can prevent dust from entering, and maintain the internal dry environment to a certain extent.

Size adaptation: The size of the container should be selected according to the size of the quilting quilt, which can not be too large to cause the quilting to be shaken at will inside, which may cause wrinkles or deformation, and can not be too small to make the quilting be overly squeezed. In general, the length and width of the storage bag or storage box should be slightly larger than the actual size of the quilted quilt (about 10-15 cm more), and the height is determined according to the thickness of the quilt, to ensure that it can easily accommodate the quilt and close the lid or zip up.

(2) Folding method

Follow the quilting pattern: When folding the quilting quilt, carefully observe the original quilting pattern of the quilt, and fold according to the direction and layout of the pattern. For example, if the quilting pattern is chequered, it can be folded along the lines of the squares, which can minimize the damage to the quilting structure and maintain the flatness of the quilt. If it is not folded according to the quilting pattern, it may cause the pattern to deform, affecting the beauty of the quilt, and it may also put extra pressure on the quilting area, increasing the risk of opening the seam.

Layered folding (for multi-layer quilting quilt) : For a quilt with a multi-layer quilting structure, each layer can be folded according to the above method first, and then the folded layers are stacked together. This can avoid excessive squeezing and confusion caused by multiple layers folded together, ensuring that each layer can be maintained in good condition, easy to quickly expand and maintain the original shape for the next use.

(3) Placing anti-moth drugs

Drug selection: You can choose natural anti-moth drugs, such as lavender, camphor wood tablets, etc., these drugs have a better anti-insect effect and the smell is relatively pleasant, will not pollute the quilting. Professional anti-moth agents can also be used, but pay attention to choose low-toxicity, no residue products.

Packaging treatment: No matter which anti-moth drug you choose, do not let it directly touch the quilted quilt. If it is a natural medicine such as lavender, you can wrap it in a clean gauze or small cloth bag, tie the mouth of the bag tightly, and then put it in the corner of the storage container. If it is a professional agent, it can be placed in a special slow-release container in accordance with the requirements of the instructions, and then placed in the storage container, also away from the main part of the quilted quilt to prevent damage to the fabric or stuffing of the quilt.

Through the strict control of these precautions, it can better protect the quilted quilt after cleaning, further extend its service life, so that it can still provide us with a comfortable sleep experience when it is used next time.

The harm caused by the wrong cleaning method

(1) Fabric damage

Use bleach or strong alkaline detergent: If you use bleach or strong alkaline detergent when cleaning quilting quilt, for natural fiber fabrics such as cotton and hemp, it will cause the fabric to fade, the fiber becomes brittle, and reduce the service life of the fabric; For silk fabrics, it will seriously damage its luster and fiber structure, so that it loses the original sense of beauty and softness.

Improper machine washing: If the quilting of silk and silk that are not suitable for machine washing is machine washed, these delicate fabrics will be excessively stirred and pulled in the washing machine, resulting in fiber breakage, fabric wrinkling and other problems, which will also affect the service life of the fabric.

(2) The filling is damaged

High temperature cleaning: If the down, silk and other fillers are cleaned at high temperature, for down, high temperature will lead to clumps, loss of fluffy, thus greatly reducing the thermal effect; For silk, high temperature will make the silk fiber fragile, easy to break, affecting its quality and service life.

Excessive rubbing: In the cleaning process, excessive rubbing of stuffing such as cotton and down will lead to problems such as cotton bunching and down clumping, which not only affects the thermal effect, but also makes it difficult to restore the stuffing to its original state, thereby shortening the service life of the quilting quilt.

(3) Overall structural damage

Improper drying method: If the quilting is directly exposed to the sun, it will lead to fading of the fabric, aging of the filler, and other problems, but also may cause the quilting pattern of the quilting quilt to be deformed because of the heat of the sun, destroying its overall structure; If the quilting is excessively squeezed or pulled when drying, it will also affect the integrity of its structure, so that it will have problems such as opening seams in future use.

The wrong way of storage: if the quilting is excessively squeezed in a small space, or is not folded according to its original quilting pattern, it will lead to the structure of the quilting being destroyed, and there may be uneven and thermal effects decreased in the next use.

Conclusion

Quilting is regarded as an important bedding in our daily life, and the correct cleaning method plays a key role in extending its service life. By understanding the material composition of the quilting quilt, do a good job of preparation before regular cleaning, clean according to the specific cleaning methods of different materials, and pay attention to the matters after cleaning, we can make the quilting quilt always maintain a good state, not only provide us with a comfortable sleep experience, but also make it play its due function in a longer period of time. On the contrary, the wrong cleaning method will bring a lot of harm to quilting and shorten its service life. Therefore, when we clean the quilted quilt, we must follow the correct method and carefully care for it, so that the warmth will accompany us for a longer time.