Care Guide
Yes, it goes in the wash.
Couch naps. Movie snacks. The occasional spill. Your favorite blanket is made to be used. Here’s how to keep it feeling like your favorite.
Wash cold
Gentle cycle
Dry with no heat
Air Dry setting
Keep it simple
No bleach or softener
Always check the care label on your blanket before washing.
Wash cold
Yes, it’s machine washable. Choose cold water and a gentle cycle.
- Shake out loose dust or crumbs.
- Wash on its own, away from towels, zippers, and hooks. Leave room to move freely.
- Use mild liquid detergent as directed for your machine and load. Skip bleach and fabric softener.
Cold water + a gentle cycle, every wash.
Washer settings by brand
Common settings to look for; availability varies by model. Some cycles allow less laundry than the machine’s full capacity. Look for “maximum load” beside the cycle name in your manual, and leave your blanket room to move. Brand names below link to the manufacturer’s guide.
| Brand / machine | Wash settings |
|---|---|
| LG manufacturer guide (opens in a new tab) | Delicates + Cold Some panels also offer Tap Cold. ColdWash is an option, not the gentle cycle itself. |
| Samsung manufacturer guide (opens in a new tab) | Delicates or Hand Wash + Cold / Tap Cold Select the coldest water setting available for that cycle. |
| GE manufacturer guide (opens in a new tab) | Delicates + Cold / Tap Cold |
| Whirlpool manufacturer guide (opens in a new tab) | Delicate, Hand Wash, or Gentle + Cold |
| Maytag manufacturer guide (opens in a new tab) | Delicate + Cold |
| Amana manufacturer guide (opens in a new tab) | Delicates + Cold Choose Delicates for gentle movement; a Cold Wash cycle alone does not specify gentle movement. |
| Electrolux manufacturer guide (opens in a new tab) | Delicates + Cold |
| Speed Queen manufacturer guide (opens in a new tab) | Delicates/Bulky + Cold Wash / Cold Rinse This front-load guide uses a combined Delicates/Bulky cycle. Set the wash/rinse temperature separately; other models have different controls. |
| Bosch manufacturer guide (opens in a new tab) | Delicates + Cold Delicates may allow a smaller load than other cycles. Look for its maximum load in your manual and leave the blanket room to move. |
| Miele manufacturer guide (opens in a new tab) | Delicates + Cold Use the maximum load listed for Delicates in your manual, which may be smaller than the machine’s overall capacity. |
| GE stacked laundry centers manufacturer guide (opens in a new tab) | Delicates + Cold / Tap Cold Documented on GUD-series units; controls differ by model. |
| Samsung Bespoke AI Laundry Combo manufacturer guide (opens in a new tab) | Delicates + cold water, with drying turned off Choose washing only, then select Air Fluff separately or hang to dry. |
| Whirlpool stacked laundry centers manufacturer guide (opens in a new tab) | Delicates + Cold / Tap Cold Set the Wash Temp knob separately; leave Fabric Softener set to No. |
For any all-in-one combo, turn off automatic drying before starting the wash. Choose the drying method separately. Keep automatic fabric-softener dosing off, too.
Manufacturer guides checked November 2026. This covers common controls, not every model.
Dry with no heat
A no-heat tumble helps fluff your blanket and remove loose fibers. Hanging is fine, too.
- Clean the lint filter before and after each cycle.
- Loosen any bunching so it can tumble freely.
- Dry fully, including the thick folds.
Low heat is still heat. Use a no-heat cycle or hang to dry.
Dryer settings by brand
Common settings to look for; availability varies by model. Some cycles allow less laundry than the machine’s full capacity. Look for “maximum load” beside the cycle name in your manual, and leave your blanket room to move. Brand names below link to the manufacturer’s guide.
| Brand / machine | No-heat settings |
|---|---|
| LG separate dryers manufacturer guide (opens in a new tab) | Air Dry Delicates and Ultra Delicate still use heat. |
| Samsung separate dryers manufacturer guide (opens in a new tab) | Air Fluff A timed, room-temperature cycle. Delicates uses low heat. |
| GE separate dryers manufacturer guide (opens in a new tab) | Fluff / Air Fluff On panels with a separate temperature dial, use Timed Dry + Fluff (No Heat). |
| Whirlpool manufacturer guide (opens in a new tab) | Air Only / Air-Fluff If this is a temperature option, pair it with Timed Dry. |
| Maytag manufacturer guide (opens in a new tab) | Air Only / Air-Fluff If this is a temperature option, pair it with Timed Dry. |
| Amana manufacturer guide (opens in a new tab) | Air Only / Air-Fluff If this is a temperature option, pair it with Timed Dry. |
| Electrolux manufacturer guide (opens in a new tab) | Air Fluff May appear as a cycle or temperature setting, depending on the model. |
| Speed Queen manufacturer guide (opens in a new tab) | Time Dry + No Heat Set the Fabric Selector to No Heat; Delicate is a heated setting. |
| Bosch manufacturer guide (opens in a new tab) | Time program cold, where available Look for the maximum load beside this cycle in your manual; it may allow less laundry than other cycles. Do not substitute Time program warm. |
| Miele manufacturer guide (opens in a new tab) | Cold Air, where available Documented on TXI680WP. Other models may call it Cool air; check your program chart. |
| GE stacked laundry centers manufacturer guide (opens in a new tab) | Timed Dry + Quick Fluff (No Heat) Some GUD panels label the temperature No Heat (Quick Fluff). The 10-minute Quick Fluff cycle is for freshening dry items. |
| Samsung Bespoke AI Laundry Combo manufacturer guide (opens in a new tab) | Air Fluff Choose this separate dry cycle after washing; it uses room-temperature air. |
| LG all-in-one washer/dryers manufacturer guide (opens in a new tab) | Hang dry unless your manual confirms a no-heat cycle LG’s combo guide lists Low Temperature drying, which still uses heat. Do not assume a separate LG dryer’s Air Dry cycle is available. |
| Whirlpool stacked laundry centers manufacturer guide (opens in a new tab) | Air Only Use the dedicated Air Only cycle. The ordinary Timed Dry cycle in this guide uses high heat. |
| GE Profile UltraFast Combo manufacturer guide (opens in a new tab) | Use only a documented no-heat dry cycle; otherwise hang dry The Pet Hair feature’s Air Fluff is a pre-wash step. It does not make the following drying cycle heat-free. |
No no-heat option? Hang to dry. Low Heat, Eco, Steam, and a heated cycle’s cool-down stage do not replace a full no-heat cycle. Airing cycles may need repeating; check the blanket’s thick folds before putting it away.
Manufacturer guides checked November 2026. This covers common controls, not every model.
Shedding & loose fibers
Birdie’s long fibers give it its soft, plush feel. Some can loosen during stitching and remain on the blanket’s surface.
A no-heat tumble helps release those loose fibers, while the dryer’s airflow carries them into the lint filter. This can help even after hanging your blanket to dry.
Follow the washing and drying instructions above to help manage shedding. A few extra no-heat tumble cycles can help catch more loose fibers each time. Clean the lint filter between cycles.
Still shedding, or notice thinning or loose seams? Send us a photo so we can help.
Spills & stains
Treat food and drink spills promptly and gently.
1. Blot, don’t rub
Lift away food and blot liquid with a clean white cloth. Avoid pushing the spill into the fibers.
2. Dab with cold water
Use a damp cloth. Before using a stain treatment, check both labels and test a hidden spot. No bleach.
3. Wash, then check
Wash cold on gentle, then check the spot. Repeat gentle spot cleaning if needed. Tumble with no heat.
Everyday care
Protect the fibers
Keep hooks, open zippers, and Velcro away from the fabric. If it catches, gently free the caught fibers instead of pulling the blanket away.
Store fully dry
Check the thick folds, then fold loosely and store in a clean, dry place.
Care questions
Need help with your blanket?
Cold wash. No-heat tumble. Back to your favorite spot.