To properly wash a queen-size comforter, you'll need a high-efficiency washing machine (no agitator) with 3.5 cubic feet or more, depending on its fluffy factor (it should fit snugly but without cramming). Jumping up to 5.2 cubic feet will let you wash a king-size comforter and the sheet set all in one load.
A 7 kg drum can wash a double duvet or the towels and sheets for a small family. An 8 kg drum can wash a queen or a lightweight size duvet. This is suitable for a medium size family.
As a general guideline, you'll want a washer with a capacity of at least 6kg to efficiently wash the doona from a single-sized bed. Doubles will need 7kg, Queens 8kg, and Kings 9kg. And for a full-sized set of floor-to-ceiling curtains, you'll want a washer with a capacity of at least 10kg to clean them well.
The bigger the washing machine, the more laundry you can wash at one time. A 10kg washing machine can easily fit up to 50 items, a king-sized duvet, or even a set of curtains!
Can I wash a king-size duvet in a 7kg washing machine? Generally, a 7kg washing machine can comfortably wash a duvet for a double bed but not a king-sized bed. Although your duvet might fit after squeezing it into a 7kg drum, it probably won't get a reliable and thorough cleaning.
Can you wash a king size duvet in a 8kg washing machine? No, the largest duvet that will fit into a 8kg washing machine is a queen sized duvet.
A 9kg washing machine is a good option for most people. It fits into a very similar footprint to 7kg and 8kg washing machines - it's only a tiny little bit bigger but gives you so much more flexibility. 9kg washing machines are great for even medium sized loads because they don't compress the laundry into a small area.
Duvets, Blankets and Curtains
They could also still be dirty when you remove them from the machine. Duvets! To wash a single duvet you want a machine with a capacity of at least six kilograms, for a double you'll need 7kg and for kings and queens up to 10kg.
When it comes to placing your duvet in your washing machine, fold it in half and try to spread the weight as you feed it into the drum. If your washing machine is not big enough, you could take the duvet to a launderette. Their washing machines are the perfect size for cleaning and drying duvets.
What Do You Do If Your Comforter Is Too Big For Your Washing Machine? As mentioned before, there are two ways to clean the duvet which does not fit your washer. You can take them to a laundromat and pay for the service. On the other hand, you can wash the bedcover at home by hand with the support of your bathtub.
King size: 2.1 kg. Queen size: 1.6 kg.
The best washing machines for comforters are a front load washer or a High-Efficiency(HE) top-loader.
A bulky cycle can also work well for large items like blankets, comforters, or sleeping bags. A bulky wash cycle will often fill the washer tub with more water to ensure the items are fully soaked and rinsed well.
According to Compact Appliance (opens in new tab), “four cubic feet is enough to wash 12-16 pounds of laundry. A larger capacity unit at 4.5 cubic feet can hold up to 20 pounds of laundry.” A 3.5 cubic foot washing machine will fit a queen-size comforter, but it will struggle to accommodate a king-size.
As a rough guide most 7kg capacity machines will cope with a 10-tog double. But check with the machine's manufacturer first if you are in any doubt. Use about one third of the usual amount of detergent and wash at as high a temperature as the care label allows (above 60°C will kill dust mites).
1. Defy 8kg Front Loader: 45-litre water consumption.
More specifically to successfully wash a king-sized comforter, you need a washer that has a drum capacity of 5.0 cubic feet or larger. The washer should be a front-loading washer or a top-loading washer without or with a removable center agitator.
A medium capacity washer (which has a drum size of around 6-7 kg) should be enough to meet the needs of four people.
Because larger drums can hold more items of clothing at once, you'll be able to cut down on the number of washes that you have to do. So, you can spend less time on the laundry, and more time doing what you love.
Smaller households with one or two people will be fine with a small-capacity washing machine (5-7kg). However, households with more than 4 members or those who wash clothes more than once a week should consider large-sized washing machines (9-10kg).
When should I replace my duvet? A good quality duvet should last several years – the higher the quality, the longer the lifespan. As a rule , we recommend you think about replacing it every five to ten years. Duvets will often outlast pillows because they rest on top of you, and don't take weight like pillows do.
How often should you wash your duvet and pillows? The GHI recommends washing your duvet every few months, or at least twice a year. You should also wash pillows every other month.