Let's start with the fact that a blanket and wool are a perfect pair – a combination of luxury and everyday functionality. This combination provides not only exceptional comfort but also long-lasting warmth. Moreover, wool is a noble and timeless material – appreciated for years for its properties, making it hard not to love.
Natural wool not only provides excellent heat insulation, but is also soft, durable, hypoallergenic, and antibacterial. It doesn't absorb odors or dust, and is exceptionally easy to care for.
This is why wool blankets do not require complicated care – just a few simple steps are enough to enjoy their quality and appearance for many years.
1. AERATION AND REMOVAL OF LOCAL DIRT
Natural wool doesn't need frequent washing. Instead, simply air the blanket out regularly – it's a quick way to refresh. For minor stains, simply gently remove them without scrubbing. Heavyweight wool blankets stay fresh very well thanks to this simple method.
2. HAND WASH
However, if washing is necessary, it's best to hand wash the blanket in lukewarm water (approx. 30°C) using a gentle detergent designed for wool . Don't wring it out—just gently squeeze it out and blot excess water between towels. Dry it flat in a well-ventilated place. Tumble drying is not recommended. If the blanket needs ironing, it's best to do so with a damp cloth, setting the iron to a maximum temperature of 150°C.
3. DRY CLEANING
For heavier stains, we recommend professional dry cleaning . Natural blankets, such as those made from 100% New Zealand wool , deserve special care to maintain their appearance and properties.
4. REMOVING FLUFF
Pilling, or the so-called pill-forming of the surface, is a natural process, especially in natural wool products. To restore a wool blanket's original fluffiness, simply carefully comb its surface with a special wool comb .
Choose a wool blanket with a checkered pattern (HIPI) or a calm blanket with organic shapes (GAJA) and enjoy it for years!