How to wash a large blanket by hand: tips from housewives

A double duvet usually does not fit in the drum of a washing machine. There are several ways you can wash it at home.

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How to wash things that do not fit in the washing machine:

1. Fill the tub with warm water, preferably at 40 °C.
2. Add a gentle laundry detergent or gel to the water. If there are greasy stains on the fabric, add a little dishwashing liquid.
3. When the powder has dissolved, place the blanket or rug in the bathtub so that the fabric is completely submerged in water.
4. Wait 3-4 hours, then get in and start walking on the fabric. You can do this with bare feet or wear clean rubber boots.
5. If the item was very dirty, you can drain the dirty water, fill the tub again, add powder or gel, and repeat the process.

After that, the blanket should be rinsed several times, changing the water, and then squeezed. Wet blankets or rugs will be very heavy, so it is important to squeeze out the remaining water.

After that, place the items on stools or other support and leave them to dry for several hours or even overnight.

As a reminder, we have already written how to prepare an effective detergent.

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