The use of organic fillers like beans, rice, and corn in weighted blankets is not recommended for washable weighted blankets. When wet, natural fillers become mushy and decompose. These organic fillers may also harbor mold, bacteria, and insects.

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Can you wash a blanket filled with rice?

It’s important to know what kind of filling is used in the blanket because fillers like sand, rice and beans should not be washed. While washing and drying glass beads and steel shot beads with warm water is generally safe, plastic poly pellets can melt and should only be washed and dried on low heat.

Why can’t you put a weighted blanket in the washer?

Using a machine to dry or wash a weighted blanket filled with poly pellets or plastic beads could cause the plastic inside to melt. Wool blankets, in particular, should not be subjected to the harsh washing and drying cycles of a machine.

Are weighted blankets machine washable?

You can wash your weighted blanket in the washing machine, so don’t be concerned. If you don’t have a large front-loading washer, you may want to use a laundromat. Depending on the weight of the blanket, a home washer may not be able to handle it.

Can you put a weighted blanket in the washer and dryer?

As long as it is made of cotton and washes well, you should be able to throw it in the washing machine and dry on a cool setting. For cotton, use the gentle laundry detergent that you normally use.