How to Wash Kids Animal Print Duvet Set

Quick answer

Wash your kids animal print duvet set at 60°C on a gentle cycle with a mild detergent, and tumble dry on low. Avoid bleach and fabric softener to protect the organic cotton and print.

Step-by-step washing guide

1. Pre-treat stains: Spot-clean any visible marks with a mild soap and cold water before the main wash. Avoid rubbing the print directly; dab gently. Do not use bleach or stain removers with optical brighteners.
2. Turn inside out and zip up: Turn the duvet cover and pillowcase inside out to protect the print. Fasten any buttons or zippers so they don't snag other fabrics. Inside-out washing reduces friction on the animal print.
3. Select the right cycle and temperature: Use a gentle or delicate machine cycle with warm water at 60°C. Avoid hot water above 60°C, which can shrink organic cotton. 60°C is the sweet spot for sanitation without damage.
4. Use a mild detergent, skip softener: Add a small amount of liquid detergent designed for colors or delicates. Fabric softener coats cotton fibers and reduces absorbency; skip it entirely. Fabric softener can also cause pilling over time.
5. Tumble dry on low or line dry: Dry the set on a low-heat tumble cycle or hang it outdoors out of direct sunlight. High heat can shrink the duvet cover and fade the print. Remove promptly from the dryer to prevent wrinkles.
6. Iron on the reverse side if needed: If the cotton looks wrinkled after drying, iron the duvet cover and pillowcase on the reverse side at a medium setting. Avoid ironing directly over the print. Steam can help remove stubborn creases without high heat.

Product details

• Kids animal print duvet cover & pillowcase set 140x200: 100% organic cotton, certified GOTS-30886, washable at 60°C. The high-temperature tolerance means you can sanitize the bedding effectively while keeping the organic cotton soft and the print bright.