How to wash soft toys in the washing machine?

Stuffed toys are a must-have accessory in every home where there are children. Sometimes the collection of such toys reaches up to fifty, and even more pieces. Unfortunately, in addition to the joy they bring to children, there are certain troubles that go to their parents. And now we are talking not only about the constant cleaning of things scattered throughout the apartment, but also about the fact that such items often collect dust and dirt, even while on the shelf. What can we say about the toys with which children spend the whole day.

First of all, it is necessary to divide all things for washing into several groups according to size, type of filler. or by the following criteria:

• toys with an internal musical mechanism that cannot be reached;
• expensive fabrics that require delicate washing, such as: silk, suede, plush and brocade;
• toys with sewn small details in the form of buttons, glitter, sequins and metal objects;
• trinkets made of materials with different properties: fur and silk, leather and lace.

Depending on the belonging to this or that group, it will become clear: whether it is possible to send things to the washing machine or whether it is worth giving preference to hand wash, dry cleaning. Careful care is a good way out, but it takes more time and effort than automatic processing.

It is very important not to hurry with the start of washing, so as not to risk your kid's favorite fun. Immediately before cleaning, if you doubt the quality of the fabric and filler, it is necessary to check the durability of the paint in a small area. For this action you will need a bandage, alcohol and literally a couple of minutes of your time. On a piece of bandage need to put a little alcohol and wipe the material.

The above actions will help to avoid such effects as fading, moulting, oxidation of metal parts, loss of shape and damage to decorative stripes. It is important to know exactly the material from which the toy is sewn, its filler, whether it is possible to wash it at all in a typewriter machine. Most manufacturers indicate this information on tags. You can get acquainted with it, looking under the tail of a bunny, dog or bear, and then proceed according to the instructions.

Toddlers often sleep with their soft friends, sniff them, apply them to their faces, and sometimes even take them by mouth, which is why it is very important to choose the right detergent.

In the case of hand washing suitable baby or laundry soap, baby shampoo or shower gel. But not all stains can be washed with your hands, so often using a washing machine for serious dirt. In this case, you need to use specially made for these purposes, children's powders, rinses with gentle and hypoallergenic compositions. To minimize the loss of the initial fluffiness, the use of an air conditioner is recommended, as hard water can damage the artificial fur of animals.

Aggressive chemical components in ordinary powders can not only cause an allergic reaction, but also damage the material of the toy itself. For example, there is a high probability that the fabric will fade, the inner filler coalesce, and some plastic parts will lose pieces of paint.

After you are sure that a soft friend can be machine-washed, you should carefully examine it. You need to get all the batteries, music blocks and other solid electronic internals that may be damaged by contact with water. To do this, as a rule, all manufacturers of high-quality and expensive toys make special velcro pockets, which are easy to empty and then re-fill with a talking unit. If washing threatens with ripping up toys, it is better to use dry or surface cleaning.

Before you load the animal into the drum of the machine, it is advisable to place it in a special net bag that will protect the soft fabric from metal parts and contact with other objects. The regime must necessarily be delicate, after all, there are children's things inside. Water temperature is not more than 30-40 degrees. Do not forget that the spin machine is strictly prohibited, otherwise the favorite heart of your daughter or soft machine son will inevitably change the original shape. Pressing soft toys will have to manually.

To be sure that the toys are completely clean and that there are no chemicals left in the tissue structure, it is recommended to rinse them additionally in a basin with water, or simply increase the rinsing time in the washing machine.

Large soft forms that do not fit in the machine, it is better to wash by hand, or cleaned using baby shampoo or soap with a damp cloth.

After washing, additional rinsing and manual spinning, soft toys should be dried before returning them to the child. Proper conduct of the drying process is also important, as is the proper washing. In the end, the baby got his friend in excellent condition, you need to know some rules.

Many dry soft animals in a hover - a good option, but it is suitable only for small sizes and thick fabric that can not be stretched. Knitted toys require a special approach, as they are most susceptible to deformation during drying. They can not hang, you can only expand on a horizontal surface. It is recommended to place the toy on a towel, straighten or shape, and then wait until it is completely dry.

Another good option is to place wet things around the battery, the heat of which will dry up much faster and without harm to appearance.

In case your toy allows drying in a suspended state, it is recommended to do it outdoors, in a well-ventilated place, with access for the sun. This option not only allows you to quickly dry, but also provides good ventilation of the product, relieves it of unwanted odors.

There is a certain type of soft beasts that cannot be machine washed. This is only suitable for hand washing or dry cleaning. There are several signs that will help make a choice:

• they are sewn from several types of fabrics at once;
• there are small glued items: eyes, nose, mouth, buttons, bows or other decorative items;
• the toy easily stretches and changes its shape, made of a very soft and soft material;
• painted plastic parts are available that may be damaged by water or lose their color;
• the filler is made of a different type of cereals, such as buckwheat or rice, as well as cotton or cotton;
• the material has a silk pile that can lose luster when in contact with water;
• the toy is supplied with the electronic fixed mechanism.

Unfortunately, dust mites have become very common parasites in recent times and, first of all, they appear on children's toys. You can get rid of these unpleasant guests, the main thing is to know exactly how to do this in the case of a particular toy.

For example, if your toys have no contraindications for washing in a typewriter machine, you can safely throw them inside and wash at a temperature of 60 or 70 degrees. Do not forget to rinse it in addition and dry it properly.

If contact with water is contraindicated for your soft friends, they calmly fit in the freezer, just put them in a plastic bag and send them for a cold in three days. In winter, you can use the balcony. Frost - the best method of dealing with dust mites. After the children's fun will thaw, it will be not only clean, but also completely safe for the baby.

For more tips and advice on how to properly wash soft toys, see the following video.