A comforter does a lot of work and rarely gets cleaned. Here is how often to clean one, how to do it at home, and when it is easier to let a professional handle it.
How often should you clean a comforter?
Most people clean a comforter a few times a year. Clean it more often if you have pets, allergies, or a child in the bed, or if it has been stained or spilled on. A washable duvet cover or top sheet helps keep the comforter itself cleaner between washes.
Check the care label first
The label tells you whether the comforter can be machine washed, whether it needs dry cleaning, and what temperature to use. If the label says dry clean only, or you cannot find a label, do not guess.
Cleaning a comforter at home
- Check the size. A large or bulky comforter may not fit properly in a home washer, and cramming it in cleans poorly and can strain the machine.
- Use a gentle cycle and a mild detergent, following the label.
- Run an extra rinse to remove detergent.
- Dry thoroughly on low heat, pausing to fluff and redistribute the filling. A comforter that stays damp inside can develop odor or mildew.
When a professional is easier
- The comforter is king-size, down-filled or very bulky.
- The label says dry clean only.
- It has stains, pet odor or heavy soiling.
- You do not have the machine capacity or time to dry it completely.
At Top Hat Cleaners, comforter cleaning is $30.99, blankets are $22.99, sheets $14.99 and pillows $11.99. Bulky and down-filled bedding is assessed individually, and final pricing is confirmed after inspection.
Save on pickup and delivery
Pickup and delivery is free on qualifying orders of $45 or more, with a $45 minimum. A single comforter is below that, so many customers add sheets, blankets or wash & fold laundry to the order. Select monthly laundry plans also include comforter cleaning: the Couple plan includes one comforter a month and the Family plan includes two.
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