What are the precautions for washing and caring for polyester throw

When washing and caring for blankets, preliminary preparation is crucial. First of all, carefully reading the washing label on the clothes is the basis for understanding key information such as its material characteristics, suitable washing methods and water temperature. Especially for fabrics of special materials such as blankets, if there are parts that are easy to pilling or fade, they can be pre-treated by soaking in salt water or applying milk to ensure the smooth progress of subsequent washing.

When choosing detergents, you must be extremely cautious. Polyester throws have different tolerances to acidic and alkaline environments, so neutral detergents should be used first, and bleach and strong alkaline detergents should be avoided to prevent damage to the fiber structure and color of the clothes. Neutral volatile detergents are also an option worth considering, which can effectively remove dirt without negatively affecting the blanket.

Control of water temperature is also a key factor in the washing process. It is generally recommended to use warm water (30-40°C) for washing polyester fiber clothing, and never use overheated water. High temperature will not only cause polyester throws to harden and shrink, but may also cause clothing to deform, and detergents will remain on the clothing, affecting its appearance and safety.

In terms of the choice of washing methods, hand washing and machine washing each have their own unique precautions. When hand washing, it is recommended to put the blanket in a laundry bag, use a neutral detergent, and rub it gently, and avoid rubbing it hard. Rinse with clean water after washing should also be thorough, avoid wringing, but choose to gently squeeze the water, and finally lay it flat to dry. For machine washing, the blanket needs to be placed in a laundry bag, and the gentle or hand wash mode should be selected for washing. Also, avoid using bleach and strong alkaline detergents.

The control of washing time and soaking time should not be ignored. Polyester throws should not be soaked for a long time to avoid irreversible damage to the fabric. At the same time, avoid excessive stirring and strenuous exercise during washing to prevent the blanket from deforming or pilling.

In the washing process, preventing color matching and color mixing is a very important link. Blankets of dark and light colors and easy to fade should be washed separately, and dark blankets should be handled separately when they are washed for the first time. You can test whether the clothes are easy to fade by rubbing the hidden part of the fabric with a cotton swab or a white towel corner dipped in clean water. If the cotton swab is obviously stained, it should be washed separately to ensure the safety of other clothes.

After washing, the choice of drying method should not be ignored. Polyester fiber clothing should not be exposed to the sun for a long time, because ultraviolet rays will cause the clothes to fade, yellow and damage the fibers. It is recommended to choose a cool and ventilated place for drying, or use an indoor clothes drying rack. At the same time, the use of the dryer should also be cautious. High temperature may cause deformation, shrinkage and fiber damage to the clothes. The best way is to dry the clothes naturally until they are 80% to 90% dry before ironing.

When ironing, you should choose the low temperature mode and control the temperature below 130℃. If necessary, you can spray water or pad with a wet cloth to ensure uniform heating and avoid deformation or burning caused by local overheating.

In terms of storage, polyester fiber blankets should be stored in a dry and clean environment and folded to avoid long-term hanging. At the same time, keep away from sharp objects, fire sources, and chemicals to prevent fiber damage or accidents. Through these meticulous cleaning and care measures, the service life of the blanket can be effectively extended and its good appearance and function can be maintained.