How to wash a bamboo pillow in a washing machine

How to wash a bamboo pillow in a washing machine Bamboo bedding is in high demand due to its excellent quality, excellent properties and characteristics. The plant produces a special fiber that is slightly reminiscent of viscose. It is from this fiber that fabrics and natural fillers for blankets, mattresses and pillows are made. Before purchasing a product, it is best to figure out how to care for it so that the sleeping accessory performs its function for a long time. Let's figure out whether it is allowed to wash a bamboo pillow in a machine and whether this process will harm the quality of the filling.

Machine wash your favorite pillow

Manufacturers do not prohibit automatic washing of bamboo pillows, the main thing is to do it correctly. It is very important to choose the optimal parameters for the cleaning program and drying conditions for the product. The algorithm for washing bamboo bedding in the washing machine will be as follows:

Make sure there are no residues in the powder and conditioner tray from previous washes. If particles of laundry detergent or bleach remain in the system, they can have a negative effect on natural bamboo fiber.
Carefully shake off any debris and dust from the pillow, inspect it, and check that the cover is intact. If you find even a small hole, sew it up, this will prevent the filling from falling out during washing. Load the sleep attribute into the drum of the machine.
Add the required amount of detergent to the dispenser sections.
Select delicate or hand wash mode.Check that the intelligence has set the water heating temperature to no more than 40 degrees.
If necessary, adjust the parameters of the selected program. It is advisable to supplement it with an additional rinse option.
Start the wash.

The drum rotation speed during spinning should not exceed 500 rpm.

When the machine finishes the cycle, remove the bamboo pillow from the washer and carefully straighten the filling with your hands. Use light “whipping” movements to fluff the product. At the end of the cleaning process, it is very important to properly dry the sleeping attribute.

Drying bedding

You can't dry it like that When washing a pillow with bamboo filling in an automatic washing machine is successfully completed, all that remains is to properly dry the product. Housewives who have a washing machine with a drying function prefer to place a clean, wet pillow in the drying cabinet. Is it possible to do this? This manipulation is likely to negatively affect the condition of the bedding.

As a last resort, it is allowed to load a bamboo pillow into the drying chamber, but you should run the most gentle drying program and do not leave the product inside for more than a couple of hours.

The best option is to dry things naturally. When choosing this method, you need to consider a number of recommendations:

dry the product by laying it horizontally. The ideal place for this would be the grated surface of a floor-mounted clothes dryer;
if you don’t have such a dryer at home, place the pillow on well-tensioned clotheslines;
Shake and turn over the bedding from time to time to avoid clumping of the filler;
Do not dry the bamboo pillow in direct sunlight; it is better to leave the product to dry in a well-ventilated area.

You cannot dry the pillow vertically; the bamboo fibers will undoubtedly become compressed and lose some of their properties.

Ironing and steaming products of this kind is undesirable. The filler, under the influence of high temperatures, can stick together and lose its qualities.

Rules for caring for such a pillow

When purchasing bedding made from bamboo fiber, you should understand that caring for them will be slightly different than for woolen products, things filled with padding polyester, cotton wool, etc. The main rules regarding periodic home care for bamboo pillows are as follows: fluff the pillow so that the filling does not clump

do not roll products or store them in airtight plastic bags;
It is recommended to wet things of this type very rarely, only when absolutely necessary;
fluff pillows filled with bamboo fiber regularly;
Periodically remove dust accumulated on products using a vacuum cleaner.

If you notice slight dirt on the covers, do not immediately put the bedding in the washing machine. First, try removing stains using the dry method. You can do it like this:

fill a small container with water no hotter than 40 degrees;
add a little detergent to the basin, beat the foam with your hand;
Using a soft sponge or palm, apply a foam cap to the stain and gently work the area;
Wipe the soapy area of the cloth with clean water.

It is recommended to thoroughly wash bamboo pillows once every six months; more frequent cleaning is impractical. By washing your items twice a year, you will keep the material clean by getting rid of salts absorbed by the fabric and filling. There is no need to clean the pillow more often, since bamboo cellulose does not accumulate dust, does not become electrified, and is not subject to rotting.

When choosing a method for washing each specific pillow, it is worth studying the information indicated on the product label. It is there that information is provided about the optimal water heating temperature, the preferred washing mode, the impossibility of bleaching, etc.

When it comes to choosing detergents for washing, it is better to choose liquid or gel formulations. They are easier to rinse out of the material, which cannot be said about dry laundry detergent granules that remain in the fabric even after several rinsing stages. In addition, the grains lead to gluing and compaction of delicate bamboo fibers.

Washing in the classic way

If the calculated permissible load of the washing machine does not allow you to fit a pillow into the drum, you will have to wash the item manually. The process doesn't require much effort. The algorithm of actions will be as follows:

Fill a bathtub or other large container with clean warm water, about 30-40 degrees;
add the optimal amount of detergent;
foam the working soap solution with your hands;
soak the bamboo pillow in prepared water for one hour;
stretch the product with smooth, pressing movements;
Rinse the accessory several times in clean water;
gently wring out the pillow, without twisting it in any way;
Dry the product by laying it horizontally.

Please note that excess liquid will drain from the drying pillow for some time, so place a container under the dryer to collect water or place a rag there.Whip the filler every 3-4 hours to prevent deformation of the product.