You can wash a goose down comforter. We inherited one from family members which was top of the line...in 1981. Appeared to be in good condition other than some surface dust from storage.
Took it to a local cleaner who expressed reluctance to clean it. He'd clean it for $65 with a release of liability. Decided against spending the money. Researched how to clean it myself instead.
Use a large capacity washer. If you don't have one, take it to a laundromat and use a washer large enough to cover the comforter with water. Use cold water and a small amount of mild liquid detergent. Set the washer to the gentle/delicate cycle. You can dry it in the dryer with no heat. It will take a few to several cycles. Make sure to take it out of the dryer between cycles and adjust it and make sure it's not winding on itself. Alternatively, you can air dry it.
This 38-year-old goose down comforter is good as new now! And, I saved $65. :) I plan to invest in a good duvet cover to protect it, too.
November 16, 2018 at 01:02PM
