1.0Green Earth Natural Cleanershttps://geaffiliatetemplate.com/greenearthnaturalcleanersGreenEarth Cleaninghttps://geaffiliatetemplate.com/greenearthnaturalcleaners/blog/author/admgetemp/rich600338<blockquote class="wp-embedded-content" data-secret="lK6xLo2nv6"><a href="https://geaffiliatetemplate.com/greenearthnaturalcleaners/cleaning-tips/">Cleaning Tips</a></blockquote><iframe sandbox="allow-scripts" security="restricted" src="https://geaffiliatetemplate.com/greenearthnaturalcleaners/cleaning-tips/embed/#?secret=lK6xLo2nv6" width="600" height="338" title="“Cleaning Tips” — Green Earth Natural Cleaners" data-secret="lK6xLo2nv6" frameborder="0" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" scrolling="no" class="wp-embedded-content"></iframe><script> /*! This file is auto-generated */ !function(d,l){"use strict";l.querySelector&&d.addEventListener&&"undefined"!=typeof URL&&(d.wp=d.wp||{},d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage||(d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage=function(e){var t=e.data;if((t||t.secret||t.message||t.value)&&!/[^a-zA-Z0-9]/.test(t.secret)){for(var s,r,n,a=l.querySelectorAll('iframe[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),o=l.querySelectorAll('blockquote[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),c=new RegExp("^https?:$","i"),i=0;i<o.length;i++)o[i].style.display="none";for(i=0;i<a.length;i++)s=a[i],e.source===s.contentWindow&&(s.removeAttribute("style"),"height"===t.message?(1e3<(r=parseInt(t.value,10))?r=1e3:~~r<200&&(r=200),s.height=r):"link"===t.message&&(r=new URL(s.getAttribute("src")),n=new URL(t.value),c.test(n.protocol))&&n.host===r.host&&l.activeElement===s&&(d.top.location.href=t.value))}},d.addEventListener("message",d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage,!1),l.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded",function(){for(var e,t,s=l.querySelectorAll("iframe.wp-embedded-content"),r=0;r<s.length;r++)(t=(e=s[r]).getAttribute("data-secret"))||(t=Math.random().toString(36).substring(2,12),e.src+="#?secret="+t,e.setAttribute("data-secret",t)),e.contentWindow.postMessage({message:"ready",secret:t},"*")},!1)))}(window,document); //# sourceURL=https://geaffiliatetemplate.com/greenearthnaturalcleaners/wp-includes/js/wp-embed.min.js </script> http://geaffiliatetemplate.com/greenearthnaturalcleaners/wp-content/uploads/sites/99/2021/04/cleaning_tips.jpg1800520Jump to: Comforters & Quilts Damage – Fire Damage – Water Drapes & Rugs Fur Care Greener Home Laundry Handbags & Purses Heirloom & Antique Fabrics Keeping Clothes Like New Leather Care Allergens Pillows Protect Your Home Shoes Stain Removal Suede Care Sustainable Fashion Sweater Care Wedding Gowns 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. Everyday Care Cleaning and Laundering Cotton Batting Down Wool Other Materials Patchwork Quilts 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. Cleaning and Laundering If you decide to wash your comforters at home, do not put them in the dryer; the stuffing may shrink or become clumpy and uneven (except for down comforters—see below). If line drying isn’t an option (especially in rainy or cold weather), take them to a dry cleaner for a thorough cleaning and drying. How a comforter or quilt should be washed depends on its stuffing. Always check care labels to see what the manufacturer recommends, but if the tag is long gone or if it never had one, here are some basic guidelines. 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 vinegar to help dissolve all the soap suds.  Do not put in the dryer—line dry outside, preferably in the sun. If line drying isn’t an option, take the comforter to a dry cleaner to be washed and dried instead. 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 safely dried in your dryer.  Use the lowest heat setting or no heat tumble dry.  Throw in a few clean tennis balls or clean shoes to help fluff it and prevent clumping.  This may take three hours or more to dry completely. Make sure your comforter is completely dry before using or storing—mildew can grow inside damp down and ruin it. Do not over-clean your down comforter—the natural oils in the material may be stripped over time. If your down comforter is old or is wearing out, take it to a dry cleaner instead. Polyester fiber or poly/cotton blend. This kind of comforter/quilt can be safely cleaned at home, unless it is very old or in delicate condition.  Follow instructions on the care label for machine washing. If care label is gone, let comforter soak in the washer for several hours before running through the wash cycle. Add ½ cup vinegar to the rinse cycle to ensure all soap residue is dissolved. 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. If it is washable, follow the instructions on the label. Other Materials If your comforter or duvet has silk, velvet, or wool—even as a small embellishment—do not wash at home. These fabrics may be damaged in water. Take it to a dry cleaner to be cleaned safely. Patchwork Quilts If a quilt is made from many different fabrics, wash it using a method that would be safe for the most delicate fabric in the mix.  If you aren’t sure, or if the quilt is old and fragile, take it to a dry cleaner.  GreenEarth solution is safe for antique and heirloom fabrics, but machine washing usually isn’t. If a quilt can be washed in water, but is starting to wear out, wash it in your bathtub with gentle liquid laundry detergent like Ivory Snow.  Make sure the detergent has been completely mixed before adding the quilt.  Let the quilt soak for several hours. Drain the tub and rinse in cool water with ½ cup vinegar to help dissolve all soap residue. Line dry in the sun.  If the quilt is sturdy, it can go in your dryer.  Use the lowest heat setting, or no-heat tumble dry.  Throw in a few clean tennis balls or clean shoes to fluff it and prevent clumping. Damage – Fire The treatment of a fire-damaged garment or fabric depends on the kind of fire it was in. Wood, plastics, and other materials leave different chemicals in their soot and odors, and may react differently to cleaning treatments. It is best to contact a professional fire restorer or dry cleaner to find out if items can be safely restored, and let the experts handle it. They have special chemicals that remove smoke and soot particles that are not available for home use. There are a few things you can do at home to help restore your garments, but be careful—an item can be ruined by improper cleaning methods. Soot and Smoke Odor Cleaning methods Soot and Smoke Do not attempt to wipe or rub away soot—the oily particles will be ground into the fabric and stain permanently. Take the garment outside and shake it as best as possible. If the item cannot be shaken (like a couch), avoid touching it until a professional can take a look at it. Larger, sturdier items (drapes, blankets, couches) can be gently vacuumed by holding the nozzle ¼ inch above the fabric. Do not use brush attachments or upright vacuuming as it could grind the soot back in. Odor Do not use perfumed sprays or disinfectants to remove odor. They will only mask odor for a