With February well under way and nights growing warmer, many people are already putting away sweaters and heavy bedding. Now is the right time to pack away your winter clothes, but doing so without proper precautions can ruin those items before the next cold season. Follow simple care steps to keep quilts, blankets and woolens fresh and pest-free until next winter.
For kapok-filled quilts-often called shimul or silk-cotton quilts-take special care: these should not be washed with water or sent for dry cleaning. Instead, clean them by airing in strong sunlight and shaking them out; only the removable cover should be washed occasionally. To protect folded quilts from insects, place mothballs (naphthalene) or natural alternatives such as small sachets of neem leaves or black cumin (kala jeera) among the folds.
Many people prefer professional dry cleaning for heavy blankets, but you can safely clean most at home. Use shampoo rather than regular soap to help preserve a blanket’s softness: dissolve shampoo in water, soak the blanket for 10–20 minutes, then hand-wash gently. Never dry thick blankets in harsh direct sun; dry them in shade or under mild sunlight to avoid damaging fibers. After they are completely dry, add moth repellents or neem leaves before storing.
Standard household blankets and throws can be washed at home with detergent powder. Soak them in water with detergent for 20–30 minutes before washing. Be mindful that dust and stored fabrics can trigger allergies or asthma in sensitive people; anyone with respiratory issues should thoroughly clean the storage area before putting items away.
As a final step, when winter returns next year, take your stored items out and air them in the sun once more before use. That simple habit helps remove any stale odors, reduces moisture, and ensures your winter wardrobe is ready and safe for the season ahead.
Original Source: https://assam.nenow.in/easy-way-to-store-shawls-and-blankets-at-the-end-of-winter/
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Publish Date: 2026-02-13 06:45:00
