0
Want this question answered?
Be notified when an answer is posted
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
Can you machine wash down duvets?
Yes, down duvets may be washed and shouldn't be dry-cleaned as the chemicals in the dry-cleaning fluids can damage down and shorten its life. Although some bedding manufacturers may suggest you can wash their down duvets in your machine at home this isn't a good idea as it is very difficult to achieve a good result. Down filled duvets aren't easy to dry properly, so can lose their loft (their wonderfully light, fluffy shape) if not dried slowly and thoroughly in a large capacity machine. If your down duvet is not completely dried, the down won't smell too good and can mildew. All in all, unless you have an extra-capacity washing machine, like those available at launderettes, it is better to have your down duvets commercially laundered. Technically yes you can, but the main obstacle you will face is the size of the drum on your washing machine. If you squeeze a Super King Duvet into your machine, when the water enters the drum, due to the lack of space the load can become uneven and ruin the motor. If you have a larger machine then it is of course possible and causes no damage to the down inside. The most important part of washing your duvet is the drying process. In order to prevent the clusters lumping together it is important to shake the duvet every 5 minutes during the drying process. 5 minutes in the drier, take the duvet out and shake it and then back into the drier. Repeat this process until the duvet is completely dry. Having just attempted this, I would add a step. Although my washing machine is big enough to handle my duvet, ballooning of the duvet itself stops the machine from getting it thoroughly washed. It took several minutes of trying to work the air out to get the duvet well and truly wet. In future, I would begin by placing the duvet in a garbage bag, and vacuuming the air out of it (think of those Decosonic food sealers.) It is impressive how much air a vacuum can suck out of one of these. Then put the duvet into the washer with as little fluffing as you can, to minimise the air you reintroduce.
Would a design for a washing machine qualify as intellectual property?
An improvement to a washing machine would likely be patentable.
Does a washing machine iron clothes?
I would imagine that a washing machine is more likely to wrinkle clothes.
Why would one use a washing machine cover?
A washing machine cover is designed to cover the machine, yet allow the buttons to be complete visible and functional. The cover will help to protect the washing machine from dust, dirt, stains, and scratches.
What is the input and output of a washing machine?
the answer would be hydrogen
Is it true that Michael Jackson was dancing to the rhythm of the washing machine?
Yes when he was a toddler he would move around to the rhythm the washing machine made.
Which type of washing machine would be the best for very large loads?
Try an industrial washing machine. They can easily handle a family of four's laundry.
What would the price be for a 1992 used washing machine?
$25
You would like to direct drain the washing machine to the adjacent laundry tub should you tap into the existing drain before or after the trap for the laundry tub?
......before, but I would not recommend direct drain. The washing machine hose must extend up above the flood rim of the washing machine before entering the drain. If not, there is a possibility of sewage backing up into your washing machine.
How can the washing machine be improved?
"the washing machine can be improved by adding a 'sorter' to it. it would sort the clothes by colour so the wash is better and dyes dont mix!"
What did a washing machine look like in the 1920s?
1920's washing machines didn't have a lid. You would have to get the hose from the garden and fill the washer machine up!
How do you use my US washing machine 120 Volts 12 A 60 Hz in the Philippines?
You would need a transformer - to change the Philippines voltage to that of your washing machine.
