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Wool blankets: air and brush before you wash

Air and gentle brushing often refresh a wool blanket. Check its own care label before washing, especially when heavily soiled.

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For wool blankets, everyday refreshing can be gentler than repeated washing. Woolmark suggests airing, shaking out dust and brushing with the grain. Whether a blanket can be machine-washed depends on its individual care label—not simply on the fact that it is wool.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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1. Read the blanket's care label for washing, drying and ironing limits. If it specifies dry clean only, do not wash it in water at home.
2. Take the blanket to a shaded, airy place and shake it gently to release dust. Avoid vigorous beating and prolonged direct sunlight.
3. Lay it flat and gently brush along the direction of the wool fibres with a soft garment brush. Avoid stiff brushes and hard rubbing.
4. For a fresh liquid spill, blot promptly using a soft cloth. Use a small amount of a mild cleaner only if the item's care instructions allow it; do not scrub.
5. Machine-wash only if the specific care label allows it. For washable wool, Woolmark recommends cold water, a gentle wool cycle and wool detergent.
6. Follow the label to reshape and dry the blanket fully away from direct heat and sunlight. Fold and store it only after it is clean and completely dry.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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