Can You Wash a Weighted Blanket?

Because of the heavier construction of weighted blankets, they cannot be washed as easily as a regular blanket. ... If the blanket only needs to be spot cleaned, then use a gentle soap, detergent, or stain remover to treat those stains, rinse with cold or warm water, and let your blanket air dry.

How do you wash a 20 pound weighted blanket?

"Blankets over 20 pounds should be taken to a laundromat and washed in a commercial-size machine simply to spare your home machine from wear and tear," she says. If your blanket clocks in at under 20 pounds, wash it at home on the gentle cycle using cold water and a mild detergent.

Can you wash a 15 lb weighted blanket?

Yes, your weighted blanket can go in a washing machine. You may want to go to the laundromat if you don't have a large front-loading washer, though.