How To Care For And Wash A Quilt Cover To Feel Fresh And Well Rested

We spend so much of our lives sleeping and resting up, so our bedding plays a key role in our day-to-day functioning. A comfortable bedding arrangement will have you revelling in a cosy night's sleep. It can leave you feeling relaxed and well rested for the next day, or for those working the night shift ready to conquer their shift at work. The crucial feature of comfortable bedding is that it is clean.

It's important to regularly wash your bedding for both hygiene and comfort purposes. Your bedding is made up of a number of elements, including your fitted sheet, a flat sheet and most importantly your quilt cover.

Transform your bedroom into a peaceful sanctuary with a clean quilt cover.

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• What Is A Quilt Cover Used For?
• How Often Should You Wash Your Quilt Cover
• How To Wash Your Quilt Cover
• Drying Your Quilt Cover
• How To Put On A Quilt Cover

What Is A Quilt Cover Used For?

In learning how to wash a quilt cover, you may first be wondering what is a quilt cover used for and what's the importance of it in your bedding arrangement? First and foremost, a quilt cover is designed to protect your quilt, acting as a barrier that prevents natural body oils and dust mites from damaging your quilt. Secondly, with so many patterns and colours to choose from, quilt covers can also act as a decorative piece in your room, bringing style and aesthetic charm to any bedroom. In smaller bedrooms, quilt covers can serve as the focal point, establishing your bedroom decor style. For larger spaces, they can be used to complement your overall decor scheme. While they offer both style and practicality, quilt covers are a bedding essential, so its important we keep a regular maintenance routine to maintain their quality.

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How Often Should You Wash Your Quilt Cover

As their purpose is to act as protective layer for your quilt, quilt covers should be washed more regularly than your actual quilt. Quilt covers come in to direct contact with your skin meaning dirt, dead skin cells, sweat, and other natural body oils that can build up on the surface so we should maintain a regular cleaning process for this bedding necessity.

Your quilt cover is used every day, every time you get into bed and snuggle up for a good night's sleep. Its best practice to wash your quilt cover around once every two weeks or at least once a month. If your pets sleep in the bed with you or you enjoy a midnight snack in bed, its a good idea to wash your quilt cover a little more regularly.

How To Wash Your Quilt Cover

Now its time to wash your quilt cover! Washing your quilt cover with the quilt still inside may overload your washing machine, damaging the appliance. So, before washing your quilt cover make sure you have removed your quilt or duvet from inside your quilt cover. Before washing, its also very important to read through any care instructions provided. This outlines the specific washing instructions based on the materials that make up your quilt cover.

If your quilt cover does not include instructions for washing, there is a basic process you can follow:

1. Remove your quilt from the cover and zip or button it up so its closed
2. If there are any stains you want to take care of, pre-treat these before putting your cover in the machine
3. Place your quilt cover in your washing machine by itself. Avoid washing your quilt cover with clothing or other garments as they can damage each other.
4. Pour the recommended amount of mild or light detergent in your machine's detergent drawer
5. Turn your cold water on
6. Switch your settings to a gentle cycle and start your machine

Handy tip: Always wash your quilt covers before use. It can help soften the fabrics and remove any dust they may have accumulated from the packaging.

Drying Your Quilt Cover

Again, its important to follow any provided care instructions when it comes to drying your quilt cover. Quilt covers can be easily dried outside on your washing line, secured in place by pegs. This is also a great opportunity to air out your quilt cover with the comforting breeze of outdoors. However, most quilt covers can be dried in a dryer, using a low or medium setting.

How To Put On A Quilt Cover

Putting on a quilt cover can seem to be quite difficult. We'll take you through the standard process to make learning how to put on a quilt cover a breeze:

1. Lay your quilt flat on top of your bed
2. Turn your quilt cover inside out
3. Take the two top corners of your quilt and hold it with the two top corners of your quilt cover
4. Flip your quilt cover back over your quilt
5. Holding the two top corners, shake your quilt and quilt cover to move the cover further down
6. Once the quilt is completely inside your quilt cover, secure the cover in place
7. Finally position on your bed as you wish, decorating with pillows and quilt covers to complete the look

Discover How To Wash Quilt Cover For An Instant Bedroom Refresh

The amount of sleep we gain plays a major role in how we function daily. A comfortable bedding arrangement will transform the way in which we sleep. So, its important that this bedding arrangement is kept nice and clean for both hygiene and practicality purposes.

At Spotlight, you can find an exceptional range of bed linen, including stylish quilt covers, comfortable pillowcases and soft sheets. You can even find some helpful tips and tricks by reading through our inspiring bed linen and sheets buying guide. Shop our full range of bed linen, online or at a Spotlight store near you and transform your bedroom into a peaceful oasis.