I don’t wash my comforter nearly as much as I should.

Experts from The Laundress and Grove Collaborative are here to teach us all how to wash a comforter.

Im pretty good aboutwashing my sheets, but my comforter is all too often totally neglected.

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And thats not good.

Regularly washing comforters removes this buildup as well as unwanted odors.

When it comes todifferent types of comforters, the difference comes down to the filling.

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But for the most part, the washing routine remains pretty similar.

For duvet inners and comforters, you might wash by hand or in the washing machine.

The washing machine is your easiest method.

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Common mistakes when washing a comforter

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Adding too much detergent

Resist the urge to double up on laundry detergent, says Bell.

How to wash a comforter properly

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Remove the duvet cover

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Dixon recommends treating stains with a stain spray, like theGrove Collaborative Stain Remover Spray($5).

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cleaning expert at Grove Collaborative

Keep the machine setting gentle

snag the woolens or delicate cycle on your washing machine, says Whiting.

And double-check the water temperature is cold and spin is on medium or low.

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Down comforters, she recommends theWool & Cashmere Shampoo($19).

For comforters made of cotton or a durable synthetic she likes theSignature Detergent($21).

If youre hand-washing, take your time

First things first, clean out your tub.

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Agitate the water with your hands to create a soapy solution.

Drying your comforter

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Move around any remaining clumps with your hand before replacing.

confirm its fully dry to prevent mildew.

If the filling still clumps together, excess water is present.

Be sure to use at least three balls at once for optimal results.

Maintaining your comforter

To extend the life of your comforter, consider swapping it seasonally.

Be sure to launder before packing away for the next season.

For extra freshness, fold a dryer sheet into the comforter before stowing it away.

And be sure to treat it well.

And seriouslyif you havent already, consider getting a duvet cover.

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