How to Wash a Large Blanket (Without Wrecking It)

A thick blanket is one of the hardest things to wash at home. Cram it into a domestic machine and it soaks up water, throws the drum off balance, and comes out half-rinsed and still damp hours later.

Why home machines struggle

Large blankets need room to move so water and detergent can flow through them. A standard home drum simply can’t tumble a king blanket properly - which means trapped soap, clumped fibres, and a load that won’t dry.

The easy way to do it

• Use a large-capacity machine so the blanket can move freely.
• Wash warm on a gentle cycle - hot water can shrink or matt the fibres.
• Use less detergent than you’d expect; too much is hard to rinse out.
• Dry it completely before folding or storing to avoid a musty smell.

Let us handle the big loads

Our extra-large machines at Belconnen Laundromat are built for blankets, doonas, rugs and pet bedding - or leave it with our team for a full wash-dry-fold. Come in cold. Leave warm.