How often should you wash a weighted blanket?

Every 2-4 weeks with a duvet cover. Monthly without a cover. Spot clean spills immediately.

Can you dry a weighted blanket?

Yes, on low heat. It takes much longer than regular bedding. Check for damp spots before putting it back on the bed.

Check the weight. Most home washers handle 15-20 lbs. Heavier blankets can damage home machines.

Glass bead blankets are machine washable. Micro glass beads handle washing well, but check for tears first -- loose beads clog drains.

Bedroom

We spend a third of our lives in bed. A clean weighted blanket means better sleep and fewer allergens. Here's how to clean yours.

1
Check the weight and care label
Blankets under 20 lbs can go in a home washer. Over 20 lbs need a commercial machine or hand washing. Check the fill material.
2
Pre-treat stains
Spot-treat stains with a small amount of Power Wash detergent. Gently work it in with your fingers.
3
Wash on gentle cold
Use a front-loading machine on gentle/delicate with cold water and a small amount of detergent. Do not use fabric softener.
4
Dry on low or air dry
Tumble dry on low heat or lay flat to air dry. Check for damp spots. Do not hang wet -- the weight stretches the fabric.

TIPIf your blanket is too heavy for your home washer, use a laundromat's commercial-size machine.
TIPA duvet cover on your weighted blanket reduces the need for frequent washing. Wash the cover weekly, the blanket monthly.
TIPNever hang a wet weighted blanket to dry. The weight causes stretching and can pull out the fill.

XWashing in a top-loader with a center agitator, which can tear the baffles and redistribute the fill unevenly.
XUsing fabric softener, which coats the fill material and reduces the blanket's breathability and weight distribution.
XHanging wet to dry, which stretches the fabric and causes fill to shift to the bottom permanently.

Yes, if it's under 20 lbs and your machine can handle it. Use a front-loader on gentle cold. Over 20 lbs needs a commercial machine.