Question from Deborah Barnett
Debra,
I bought a 100% wool blanket that says “Dry clean only.” Could I possibly use a wool wash of some kind to wash it in a delicate cycle?
I don’t want to use any chemicals to dry clean it. What would be your suggestion?
Thanks,
Deborah Barnett
Tennessee.
Debra’s Answer
Yes, you can wash a wool blanket with a wool wash on a gentle cycle.
Heat causes wool to shrink, so it’s important to wash in cold water and hang your blanket to dry. Do NOT put it in the dryer. If you can’t hang it outdoors, fold it over the shower rod in your bathroom.
Remember, wool blankets used to be standard in homes for centuries before dry cleaning existed, so you CAN wash it yourself.
