Maintenance & Cleaning

The most important aspect of maintenance is the daily airing of your bedroom. Leave your bed open in the morning so that the bedding can breathe properly. Always adhere to the washing instructions on the care label.

Duvet Maintenance

Every night, a person loses skin flakes, which feed house dust mites. Allergies to these mites are becoming increasingly common, which is why it is advisable to wash your bed linens frequently and air your duvet thoroughly. Under normal use, cleaning your duvet itself is not strictly necessary. If you do wish to wash the duvet, we recommend taking it to a professional dry cleaner, even if the label states it is machine washable. The washing and especially the drying process requires significant care. The last thing you want is for the filling to clump or shift.

If you decide to wash the duvet yourself, check the care label carefully before you begin. Due to the nature of the filling, it is generally wise to wash at a low temperature and use a mild detergent.

• When placing your duvet in the washing machine, ensure you do not stuff it in. It is best to fold the duvet loosely first and then carefully place it in the drum. This distributes the weight better, reducing the chance of a "thumping" machine or detergent stains on the fabric.
• Pay close attention to the dimensions of the duvet and whether it fits comfortably in the drum. If the duvet lacks sufficient space to rotate, it can become too hot, leading to shrinkage and clumping!
• To dry the duvet properly, it must go into the dryer immediately after washing. Be sure to add dryer balls so the duvet is "beaten" during the cycle, keeping the filling loose and airy.
• Duvets should preferably be washed cold for the first time. This prevents shrinkage during later washes. Never use a carpet beater or vacuum cleaner to shake out or air your duvet. Due to the density of the ticking (casing) material, dust does not get trapped inside. Lightly brushing it occasionally is sufficient! Beating or vacuuming the ticking can widen the pores, allowing the filling to leak through the fabric.

How to Keep Your Duvet Like New?

A good night's rest starts with a clean and fresh duvet. Whether you sleep under luxury down, breathable tencel, or warm camel hair, each material requires a specific approach. By washing and airing your duvet correctly, you significantly extend its lifespan and maintain its optimal insulation value. In this complete maintenance table for duvets, you will find the best advice per material type for washing temperature, drying method, and daily care.

Maintenance of a Tencel Duvet

The great thing about Tencel is that, like synthetic fibers, it can be cleaned very effectively. This is a clear exception compared to almost all other natural filling materials. You can easily wash your Tencel duvet at home in your own washing machine, and drying it in the tumble dryer is also perfectly fine.

Maintenance of a Down or Silk Duvet

A down or silk duvet does not require much care. Airing your duvet ensures it remains dry. A high-quality down or silk duvet can normally be washed at 60ºC using a phosphate-free detergent. However, read the care instructions on the label carefully first. To dry your duvet properly, it must go in the dryer. Be sure to add dryer balls so that the duvet is beaten well and the filling is loosened.

Do not let your down or silk duvet dry in direct sunlight! The sun extracts moisture from down, feathers, and silk, causing them to lose their elasticity and reducing sleeping comfort. It is also unwise to sit or lie on top of a down duvet, as this can damage the down clusters. With a silk duvet, this is not an issue. To restore volume to your down duvet, it is best to fluff it up regularly.

Note! we always recommend fluffing the down duvet from left to right. If you fluff a down duvet from top to bottom, the down may shift through the baffle walls into another compartment.

Maintenance and Care of a Wool and Camel Hair Duvet

Wool and camel hair possess self-cleaning properties. This is partly because a small percentage of wool fat (lanolin) remains in the wool. Lanolin is dirt-repellent. If you air your wool duvet or underblanket regularly, it will stay fresh. Should a stain unexpectedly occur on the ticking, you can first try to remove it with a bit of ox gall soap or green soap. If this does not work, you can take your duvet to the dry cleaner without any problems, where it will be cleaned using a special wool program.

Maintenance of a Cotton or Bamboo Duvet

A cotton or bamboo duvet is washable, but we always recommend taking your duvet to a professional cleaner. Even if the label says you can wash it yourself, the washing and most importantly the drying process requires great attention. You want to avoid the filling clumping or shifting at all costs.

If you still wish to wash it yourself, read the care instructions on the duvet label very carefully first! It is also possible to hand wash the duvet in a bathtub, for example. Before removing the duvet from the bath, it is important to press out as much water as possible; do not wring the duvet!

To dry your duvet properly, it must go in the dryer. Be sure to add dryer balls so the filling stays loose and voluminous.

Duvet Washing Step-by-Step Plan

Check the care label: The tub indicates if the duvet is washable. A number inside the tub shows the maximum temperature. A hand in the tub means the item can only be hand-washed. A triangle tells you if the item can be bleached. With modern oxygen bleaches (powders), this is usually not an issue. A circle inside a square is the symbol for tumble drying. One dot indicates low temperature; two dots indicate normal temperature. The iron shows if the item can be ironed. Dots correspond to the settings on your iron.

Note: Check what material the filling and the cover are made of. A cotton duvet can be washed with standard detergent. If you are unsure, it is better to use a mild detergent. Place your duvet in the machine. Do not stuff! Fold it lengthwise and rotate it into the drum. This distributes the weight and prevents the machine from thumping. Add the detergent and bleach if necessary. Set the program (remember the correct temperature!) and let the machine run. Remove the duvet and place it in the dryer. Add dryer balls to beat the filling loose and restore volume.

Warnings! A cross through the washing machine symbol means the item must be dry cleaned. Never attempt this yourself! The chemicals used in dry cleaning can be harmful to your health if used incorrectly. A cross through any washing symbol simply means: don't do it! Pay attention to the duvet's size relative to the drum. If it cannot rotate freely, it will become too hot, leading to shrinkage and clumping!

Washing Your Duvet?

A good night's sleep begins with a clean and fresh duvet. Whether you sleep under luxury down, breathable tencel, or warm camel hair, each material requires a specific approach. Correct washing and airing significantly extend its lifespan and maintain optimal insulation. Below is a duvet maintenance table providing the best advice per material for detergent type, softener, and specific care.

Maintenance and Care of a Pillow

How often a pillow needs washing depends on personal factors, such as how much someone perspires and how well the room is ventilated. Pillows should generally be washed more frequently than duvets, as people often sweat more through the head. However, we always advise using a molton or Tencel pillow protector. In addition to the pillowcase that comes with your bedding set, this provides extra protection. A protector extends the life of your pillow and ensures you always sleep in a hygienic environment. This also means you need to wash the pillow itself much less often.

Valuable pillows should not be washed in a small home washing machine. It is better to take the pillow to a specialized laundry or dry cleaner. After washing, pillows must be dried extremely well; otherwise, an unpleasant odor may develop and/or the filling may clump.

Do not use vacuum cleaners on down or synthetic pillows, as it can pull the fibers loose. If a pillow is washable, replacement is not strictly necessary for hygiene as long as the pillow still provides sufficient support. Generally, a pillow should be replaced after about five years.

Maintenance and Care of Bed Textiles

Unless otherwise stated on the packaging, wash for the first time cold (tap temperature or less than 30ºC) using a rinse cycle, or let soak for a few hours in cold water (preferably running). Do not tumble dry the first time. For colorful textiles, adding a dash of vinegar can help set the color. Subsequent washes can be done at 30ºC.

Maintenance and Care of a Mattress

To ensure the most even load distribution possible, it is recommended to turn the mattress regularly, both from top to bottom and from head to foot. If you and your partner have two identical mattresses, swapping them is also wise. Turning and/or flipping once every four weeks is sufficient and will extend the lifespan of your mattress.

Note: You do not need to flip or turn the mattresses from our Savanne collection. The pocket springs we use in these mattresses are of such high quality that wear is not an issue.

A well-ventilated room is crucial for both sleep quality and the condition of the mattress. Excessive humidity (above 60-70%) and low room temperatures (below 10-12ºC) can lead to moisture buildup, especially on the slats under the mattress. This compromises comfort and durability and can cause mold spots, which are not covered under warranty. Closed bed bases or incorrect bedding (e.g., poor breathability) increase the risk of mold. We recommend airing the mattress every morning by pulling back the covers and, if possible, opening a window. Do not beat mattresses; clean them with a soft brush or vacuum. Foam mattresses must not be exposed to direct sunlight, as the material will dry out, significantly shortening the mattress's lifespan.

Removable covers, mattress toppers, and underblankets with a virgin wool layer should only be cleaned by a dry cleaner unless stated otherwise on the label. Usually, hanging them outside in damp (misty) weather is enough to refresh them. Non-quilted covers can usually be machine-washed with the zipper closed, unless otherwise indicated.

Maintenance and Care of a Slatted Base

A slatted base requires little maintenance. Airing it occurs naturally alongside the mattress. Ensure good ventilation under the base; a closed bed frame provides insufficient airflow. A poor or worn-out base affects the comfort and lifespan of the mattress. It is essential that when purchasing a mattress, you also have a suitable base. Primarily, the mattress determines sleeping comfort; the ratio is roughly 70% for the mattress and 30% for the base.