# How to wash – Page 4 | Speed Queen --- # How to wash Complete guides to washing duvets, down jackets, curtains, shoes and specialty textiles Topics [All ](/en/blog/index.md)[How to wash ](/en/blog/how-to-wash/index.md)[Laundry tips ](/en/blog/laundry-tips/index.md)[Getting started](/en/blog/getting-started/index.md) 82 articles [![How to Wash Baby Clothes in a Machine](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/wash-baby-clothes-guide-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-baby-clothes-guide/) [How to wash · February 2, 2026 · 10 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-baby-clothes-guide/) ## [How to Wash Baby Clothes in a Machine](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-baby-clothes-guide/) [What detergent and temperature for baby clothes? 40-60 °C by item, hypoallergenic detergent, wash frequency, and eczema tips.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-baby-clothes-guide/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-baby-clothes-guide/) [![How to Wash Curtains in a Machine: Fabric & Temp Guide](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/wash-curtains-guide-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-curtains-guide/) [How to wash · February 2, 2026 · 10 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-curtains-guide/) ## [How to Wash Curtains in a Machine: Fabric & Temp Guide](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-curtains-guide/) [What temperature to wash curtains? Sheers at 30 °C, blackout at 40 °C, linen air-dry only. Fabric chart, frequency, sofa covers, and mistakes to avoid.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-curtains-guide/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-curtains-guide/) [![How to Wash a Pillow in the Washing Machine](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/wash-pillow-guide-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-pillow-guide/) [How to wash · February 2, 2026 · 9 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-pillow-guide/) ## [How to Wash a Pillow in the Washing Machine](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-pillow-guide/) [Can you machine wash a pillow? Synthetic and feather yes (40-60 °C), memory foam no. Program, drying and frequency (2-4 times/year).](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-pillow-guide/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-pillow-guide/) [![How to Wash a Puffer Jacket in the Washing Machine](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/wash-puffer-jacket-guide-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-puffer-jacket-guide/) [How to wash · February 2, 2026 · 12 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-puffer-jacket-guide/) ## [How to Wash a Puffer Jacket in the Washing Machine](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-puffer-jacket-guide/) [Flat puffer after washing? 30 °C delicate, low spin and tennis balls in the dryer to restore loft. Method for down and synthetic.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-puffer-jacket-guide/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-puffer-jacket-guide/) [![How to Wash a Rug in a Machine: Which Rugs Can Go In?](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/wash-rug-guide-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-rug-guide/) [How to wash · February 2, 2026 · 8 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-rug-guide/) ## [How to Wash a Rug in a Machine: Which Rugs Can Go In?](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-rug-guide/) [Cotton, synthetic, bath rugs: which ones are machine-washable? Temperature, cycle settings and drying. 18 kg machine for large rugs.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-rug-guide/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-rug-guide/) [![Machine Wash a Suit or Blazer Without Dry Cleaning](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/wash-suit-guide-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-suit-guide/) [How to wash · February 2, 2026 · 12 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-suit-guide/) ## [Machine Wash a Suit or Blazer Without Dry Cleaning](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-suit-guide/) [Can you machine wash a blazer? Yes, on a delicate cycle at 30 °C. Suit, trousers, jacket: guide to cleaning without dry cleaning.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-suit-guide/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-suit-guide/) [![Silk, Cashmere, Lace: How to Wash Delicate Fabrics](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/delicate-fabrics-guide-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/delicate-fabrics-guide/) [How to wash · September 23, 2025 · 15 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/delicate-fabrics-guide/) ## [Silk, Cashmere, Lace: How to Wash Delicate Fabrics](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/delicate-fabrics-guide/) [Can you machine-wash silk and cashmere? Yes -- delicate cycle at 30 °C (86 °F) with a mesh bag. Temperatures, laundry bags and drying tips by fabric.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/delicate-fabrics-guide/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/delicate-fabrics-guide/) [![Smelly Sportswear After Washing: Causes and Solutions](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/sportswear-care-guide-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/sportswear-care-guide/) [How to wash · September 20, 2025 · 13 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/sportswear-care-guide/) ## [Smelly Sportswear After Washing: Causes and Solutions](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/sportswear-care-guide/) [Stubborn odours on sportswear? Why synthetics still smell after washing and how to kill bacteria. 30 °C, zero fabric softener.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/sportswear-care-guide/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/sportswear-care-guide/) [![Washing a Duvet in a Machine: Size & Temp Guide (2026)](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/wash-duvet-guide-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-duvet-guide/) [How to wash · September 18, 2025 · 11 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-duvet-guide/) ## [Washing a Duvet in a Machine: Size & Temp Guide (2026)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-duvet-guide/) [Wash a double duvet at a laundromat: 18 kg machine, 40-60 °C by filling type, drying 40-90 min. Complete down and synthetic guide.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-duvet-guide/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-duvet-guide/) [![How to Wash Sneakers in a Machine: Program & Mistakes (2026)](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/wash-shoes-guide-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-shoes-guide/) [How to wash · September 8, 2025 · 7 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-shoes-guide/) ## [How to Wash Sneakers in a Machine: Program & Mistakes (2026)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-shoes-guide/) [Can you machine wash sneakers without ruining them? 30 °C, mesh bag, gentle spin: the method by material (canvas, mesh, leather) + 5 common mistakes.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-shoes-guide/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/wash-shoes-guide/) ## Other topics [Laundry tips ](/en/blog/laundry-tips/index.md)[Getting started ](/en/blog/getting-started/index.md)[All articles](/en/blog/index.md) ## Most read articles Selection [1](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/laundromat-prices-2026/) ### [Laundromat Prices in 2026: How Much Does It Cost?](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/laundromat-prices-2026/) [Getting started • 12 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/laundromat-prices-2026/) [2](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/choose-detergent-guide/) ### [Which Detergent to Choose: Liquid, Powder, Pods (2026)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/choose-detergent-guide/) [Laundry tips • 12 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/choose-detergent-guide/) [3](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/clean-washing-machine-guide/) ### [How to Clean a Washing Machine: Vinegar & Baking Soda (2026)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/clean-washing-machine-guide/) [Laundry tips • 10 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/clean-washing-machine-guide/)