Washing down comforters and other down-filled items falls to the end of the laundry list all too easily. While these items tend to be pretty bulky, most are safe toclean in a washing machine. Comforters for full-, queen-, and king-size beds may be too big for standard-size home washing machines. Credit:Brie Goldman Props: Breanna Ghazali Art: Margot Cavin For best results, use a large-capacityfront-loading washing machine, such as those at a local laundromat....

Electricity and water don’t mix. Here’s how to safely wash your electric blanket without breaking it. Getty Images / Freer Law Heated blankets are comfortable and convenient solutions for staying warm. Credit:Getty Images / Freer Law They have electric heating elements for regulating heat through a thermostat connected to inner wiring. As with all blankets, regular cleaning is paramount to maintaining quality and functionality. However, it’s possible for you to’t just toss a heated blanket into the washing machine....

These delicate textiles require a bit of TLC on wash day. Regardless of how a quilt is used in the home, eventually, it will need to be cleaned. Quilts that are not colorfast should be professionally dry-cleaned. Credit: David Tsay It is important to check usage instructions to ensure a stain treatment product will not damage the quilt. Typically, a bathtub or a large utility sink is the best option....

Jacob Fox Like any bedding, a sleeping bag needs to be washed. Fortunately, sleeping bags can be easilylaundered in a washing machine. Before Getting Started Before washing a sleeping bag, check the label for care instructions. Credit:Jacob Fox Most sleeping bags can bemachine-washed at home. Sleeping bagscanbe hand laundered, but it is only recommended when other options are not available. Avoid it if you’ve got the option to! Credit:Jacob Fox...

Weighted blankets are more popular than ever. Like any piece of bedding, they need to be washed regularly. But if you sleep or lounge with a weighted blanket, it will eventually need to be cleaned. Credit: Edmund Barr Here’s how to wash a weighted blanket. Always check the tag for care instructions. The weight and fabrication of your weighted blanket will inform how it is washed and dried. Credit:Better Homes & Gardens / Dera Burreson...

Our Test Kitchens trick research-backed as the most effective way to remove pesticides. And when it comes time to enjoy them, hereshow to sliceandfreezethem to preserve your bounty. But in between storing and slicing, its important to consider how to wash apples. Credit:Grant Webster Yes, we know this might sound elementary. Just trigger the apples under cool tap water, right? Theres actually a better way to clean apples (and its not withproduce wash)....

Its officially blackberry season! Christine Rose Photography / Getty Images Its officially blackberry season! With a rich, earthy flavor, blackberries are in season from July through August. Credit:Christine Rose Photography / Getty Images Here’s the right way to wash blackberries, including tips for storing the berries so they stay fresh. Avoid berries that appear dehydrated or soft, and inspect packaged berries for any signs of mold. If picking berries from the plant, select ones that separate easily from their stems....

Think you could skip it since youre trimming them and removing the outer leaves? While the leaves are designed to act as protective coating for that core, the entire sprout is edible. Each of the buds should include tightly-wrapped leaves and give off a fresh, light, and herbaceous aroma. Credit:Getty Images / The Picture Pantry The question of should you wash Brussels sprouts? has popped up onRedditfor just this reason....

Yes, your cashmere sweater can be machine-washed. The Basics of Caring for Cashmere The best way to wash cashmere is by hand. Cashmere can also be washed in a washing machine, provided some precautions are taken. Credit:Evrymmnt / Getty Images Cashmere should not, however, be dried in a dryer. To prevent shrinking, fraying, or pilling, always air-dry cashmere. Between washes, use a technique called spot-treating to remove stains and light soiling from cashmere....

Sometimes you just gotta wash it by hand. Use these expert tips to make hand washing dishes less of a chore and to get better results. Here are a few easy tips to make hand washing dishes easier, more efficient, and more effective. Credit:Johner Images/Getty Images Using the right kind of sponge is a must. Since sponges are in close contact with food, they are susceptible to harboring bacteria if overused....

The amount of grime that could be lurking in the folds of your favorite blanket is astounding. So gather them up from your sofa, bed, and everywhere else. Here’s exactly how to wash every bang out of blanket in your house. Credit:BHG / Sarah Crowley To prevent pilling or matting,wash fleece blankets separately in cold wateron a gentle cycle. Use only a small amount of detergentmore soap won’t necessarily make your blanket cleaner....

There’s nothing complicated about washing fruit or veggies. And they’re good for you, so there’s no excuse to skip them. How to Wash Salad Greens Salad greens require special attention. Credit:Abbey Littlejohn First, discard the wilted outer leaves; then prep and wash greens as directed for each punch in. A simple side ofOven-Fried Veggiesis a nutritious addition to a chicken or beef dinner. Have a meal ready when you walk in the door with thisvegetable casserole, complete with protein-rich beans....

Turned off by that white film on the skin? Were spilling about how to take that off and get your grapes spick and span. Mushy, wrinkled, moldy, or acidic-smelling grapes should only be food for yourcompost. Credit:Brie Goldman. Food Stylist: Annie Probst Prop Stylist: Joseph Wanek Washing grapes also gives the fruit a boost in terms of its appearance. Many grapes build something called a bloom that essentially acts as an all-natural preservative for the fruit....