How to Care for Cotton Blankets — Washing, Drying, and Tips for Longevity
Caring for a cotton blanket essentially means simply washing it in a washing machine. No special effort is required. We've compiled tips for washing, drying, and daily care to ensure your blanket stays comfortable and lasts a long time.
Cotton blankets can be machine washed
"Do blankets need to be dry-cleaned?"
Some people might think so, but 100% cotton blankets can generally be washed in a home washing machine.
The beauty of cotton is that it doesn't require delicate handling like wool or cashmere. Since it's something you use every day, ease of care is very important.
Washing tips
Put it in a laundry net
When washing a blanket, it's recommended to put it in a large laundry net.
This prevents pilling caused by friction and tangling with other clothes.
Use the delicate or hand wash cycle
Choosing the "delicate," "hand wash," or "gentle cycle" on your washing machine reduces stress on the fabric.
While you can use a regular cycle, a gentler setting is recommended if you want to use it for a long time.
Use a neutral detergent
Using a neutral detergent for delicate clothes helps protect the fibers and maintain the fabric's texture.
Bleach can damage the fabric, so it's safer to avoid it.
Drying tips
Shade drying is essential
Cotton fibers can stiffen if exposed to direct sunlight for too long.
It's best to dry it in a well-ventilated, shaded area.
Spread it out to dry
If you hang it folded over a clothesline, the overlapped parts can take longer to dry.
If possible, spread it out so air can circulate, which speeds up drying and results in a fluffier finish.
Hanging it in an M-shape over two poles (using two clotheslines and letting the middle of the blanket sag) creates an airway, allowing it to dry efficiently.
When using a dryer
If you use a dryer, a low-temperature setting for a short duration is recommended.
High heat for a long time can cause shrinkage.
Daily care
Spread it out after use
If you store it folded, moisture can accumulate.
After use, simply spread it over a sofa back or a chair to allow air to circulate.
This alone will naturally reduce the frequency of washing.
If pilling occurs
Cotton may develop some fluff or pilling with use.
This is a characteristic of natural fibers and does not indicate a defect in quality.
If you're concerned, gently remove it with a fabric shaver to clean it up.
Be careful not to pull too hard, as this can damage the fabric.
When storing
If storing for the off-season, wash it and dry it thoroughly first.
It's recommended to wrap it in a breathable bag or cloth and store it in a low-humidity area.
It's safer to avoid sealing it in a plastic bag, as this can trap moisture.
Adapting with each wash
100% cotton blankets gradually change their texture with each wash.
What was initially a firm texture becomes softer and more comfortable against the skin with continued use.
This is not deterioration, but rather the process of it becoming uniquely yours.
iMPeRF's art blankets are 100% cotton jacquard weave.
The design is woven into the fabric, so the pattern is less likely to fade with washing.
All 29 designs are reversible, machine washable.
Use them freely, wash them easily. They are a blanket that will be a long-lasting companion in your life.
