Tips for Washing Large Items: Blankets, Comforters, and More

🛏 1. Know Your Item’s Care Label

Before tossing anything in the machine, check the tag! Comforters, duvets, and even mattress pads often have specific instructions about water temperature and drying. Look for notes like "machine washable," "cold wash only," or "low tumble dry" to avoid damage or shrinkage.

🧺 2. Use Oversized Machines for Oversized Items

At Wet Cat Laundromat, our extra-large washers and dryers are perfect for heavy or bulky items. Trying to stuff a thick comforter into a home washer can lead to uneven washing and poor rinsing. Our commercial machines spin faster and deeper, giving you a thorough clean without stressing your fabrics.

💡 Pro tip: Use our Fascard app to check machine size and availability before you arrive!

💧 3. Don’t Overload the Washer

Even though our machines are built for big loads, it’s still important not to pack them too tightly. Items like weighted blankets and duvets need space to move freely for an even wash. If it’s too tight, it won’t rinse properly, and that can lead to mildew or lingering detergent.

🧴 4. Use the Right Detergent (And Not Too Much!)

Less is more with detergent, especially for bulky items. Use a high-efficiency (HE) detergent and skip the fabric softener for items like blankets, as it can coat fibers and reduce fluff. For sensitive skin or pet bedding, opt for a fragrance free or natural option.

🔥 5. Dry Thoroughly (But Gently)

Thick items take longer to dry, and rushing it with high heat can cause damage. Our energy-efficient dryers at Wet Cat have multiple settings to help you dry safely and evenly.
Throw in a few dryer balls or clean tennis balls to help fluff the material and prevent clumping inside comforters or pillows.

🧼 Bonus: Sanitize Without Worry

Our machines are cleaned and maintained regularly, so you can feel confident washing personal items like pet bedding, bathroom rugs, or baby blankets without concern. For extra peace of mind, try a hot water cycle with an extra rinse.

Bring It to the Wet Cat — We’ve Got You Covered

From king-sized comforters to oversized blankets, Wet Cat Laundromat has the machines (and the team!) to help you get a deeper, faster clean. With our Fascard app, double-your-money promotion,(June 2025) and sparkling clean facilities, doing laundry just got a whole lot easier.

📍 Stop by today and bring your biggest loads, we can handle it.
📱 Don’t forget to download the Fascard app to check machines and get rewarded!

Wet Cat Laundromat, Purr-fectly clean, no matter the size.