Nothing can be compared to the warm, fluffy feel of a down duvet (feather). Caring for Your Feather Duvet therefore becomes the most important step to make them last longer.
Down is a naturally absorbent material and it quickly captures the scents and oils of its environment. Because of this, the duvet may start to smell or even turn yellow over time.
Tips for keeping your down duvet fresh and clean, so you can enjoy it in the long run.
1. Use a Duvet Cover
The easiest and most viable solution to maintaining a clean down duvet is to place it in a duvet cover.
- This will help protect your duvet from body oils and other stains.
- A duvet cover is much easier to wash than a duvet.
- It will prevent the small down feathers coming out of stitch holes from flying in the atmosphere.
2. Fluff your Duvet everyday
Fluffing and flipping the duvet upside down vertically on a daily basis is recommended to maintain the fluffiness of the duvet and avoid the body oils from getting absorbed. This step also increases airflow and helps stop the clumping of feathers that can trap moisture and lead to unwanted wet smells. Additionally it prevents the duvet from slipping on one side of a duvet cover.
3. Hang Your Duvet under the Sun
On a sunny day, hang your duvet under the sun. This will air out your comforter and fight moisture, adding freshness and fluff to the down filling.
4. Take Off Makeup and Avoid Lotions and Perfume Before Bed
The chemicals in makeup and lotion can stain and add unwanted smells to your down duvet. Wash your face well before bed and steer clear of those lotions and perfumes.
5. Avoid using Harsh Chemical Cleaners
For little stains, use a non-bleach, mild cleaning agent to spot clean. Be gentle and blot the stained area with a white cloth.
6. Get Your Down Comforter Professionally Cleaned
The duvet should only be professionally dry cleaned and not washed at home.
It may seem tedious at first but following this guide and the specific instructions for your down duvet will make its cleaning and care simple. In the end, it’s all about practicing a regular maintenance schedule for your duvets.