Washing Special Items
IMPORTANT: Always follow manufacturer's care
label instructions.
Bedding
Diapers
Draperies, Curtains, Slip
Covers
Pillows
(Feather and Down)
Rugs
Slips and Nightgowns
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Warm wash and warm rinse, if available.
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PERMANENT PRESS/KNITS cycle.
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Pretreat heavily soiled areas before washing.
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When washing an electric blanket, protect the plug by stitching the edge of the blanket over
the plug. Only dryer dry if manufacturer says it can be done.
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Rinse out diapers immediately in cold water and soak in a diaper pail with a small amount
of detergent or enzyme presoak. Soak before washing.
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Limit wash load to two dozen diapers.
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Recommend an all-purpose detergent.
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Shake to remove dust. Remove hooks and close zippers.
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Sun-damaged draperies and curtains will not withstand washing.
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Use warm water.
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Wash curtains frequently. They can be weakened from soil, fumes, dust, and the sun.
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Fiberglass curtains need gentle care. Read care label to see if washable. Some fiberglass
curtains should be hand washed.
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Do not wash pillows unless they can be dryer dried. They may mildew if not dried
completely.
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Wash two pillows at a time or add towels for balance.
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Use warm wash and cold rinse.
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Shake before washing. Do not use hot water on rubber-backed rugs.
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Wash two or three rugs to balance the washer.
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Wash often using all-purpose detergent, warm or hot water and cold rinse on the
PERMANENT PRESS/KNITS cycle.
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To keep nylons and polyesters white, wash only with whites and use chlorine bleach
occasionally.
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Use fabric softener in the rinse to remove static electricity.
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