Why POLYESTER QUILTS is not recommended for machine washing

POLYESTER QUILTS are popular among consumers for their lightness, warmth, and easy-care properties. Although polyester has many advantages, it is not recommended to use a washing machine for daily washing. In order to protect the texture and warmth of the quilt, it is recommended to use hand washing or dry cleaning to wash it, and  avoid using a washing machine for machine washing.

Polyester fiber is relatively soft and easily damaged. When washing by machine, the strong stirring force and friction inside the washing machine will cause certain wear and tear on the polyester fiber, which may cause fiber breakage, pilling, and even affect the warmth of the quilt in the long run. In addition, the rotating parts in the washing machine may hook the filling or outer fabric of the quilt, causing the quilt to deform or damage. It is also difficult to control the amount of detergent and water temperature when washing by machine. Although polyester fiber is acid-resistant but not alkali-resistant, excessive detergent or too high water temperature may damage the fiber. It is difficult for the washing machine to accurately control these factors during the washing process, so machine washing may increase the potential risk to polyester fiber quilts. Furthermore, it is difficult to fully air and dry polyester quilts after machine washing. After the washing machine spins dry, there may still be residual moisture and detergent inside the quilt. These substances are easy to breed bacteria in a humid environment, affecting the hygiene of the quilt. When drying, if the weather is bad or the drying conditions are limited, the quilt may not be completely dry, which may cause mold and deterioration in the long run.

So, how should we operate the daily cleaning of POLYESTER QUILTS? You can choose to wash it by hand. Put the quilt in a large basin, add an appropriate amount of warm water and neutral detergent, stir gently to fully dissolve the detergent, and then soak the quilt in water. Then rub it gently with your hands, and be careful to avoid pulling or rubbing it hard. After washing, rinse it repeatedly with clean water until the detergent is completely rinsed off. Finally, lay the quilt flat in a ventilated place to dry. If conditions permit, you can also choose dry cleaning. Dry cleaners usually use professional cleaning agents and equipment to better protect the texture and warmth retention of polyester quilts. However, it should be noted that when choosing a dry cleaner, you should ensure that it has a good reputation and professional technology.