Solus Organic Wool Comforter

Craftsmanship

Wool fill is 100% organic, certified through GOTS. The pure wool is shorn from Corriedale sheep that have grazed only in pastures (Argentina) free from pesticides and herbicides. The wool is washed without detergents, chemicals, chlorine or bleach – just hot water. The wool fiber produced retains 3 - 4% lanolin oil; a completely natural dust-mite repellent.

Damask cotton is 100% organic, certified through GOTS. It is cultivated and hand picked in the traditional co-operative manner that has been followed for centuries in the Canete and Chincha valleys high in the Peruvian Andes. It is grown organically without the use of synthetic pesticides, herbicides or defoliants to fertilize the crop, control plant growth or fight pests. No synthetic chemicals are used to strip the leaves in preparation for the harvest or during the manufacturing process. It is woven to very high standards into the finest fabrics, in Peru and Belgium.

Care

Expose comforter to fresh air: the best way to care for your wool comforter is to expose it to fresh air and sunlight. This process evaporates excess moisture from the natural fibers, and freshens the bedding by eliminating body odors.

Place comforter in the dryer: Since airing your bedding isn’t always possible, an alternative is to place comforters in the dryer, using the delicate or air cycle to aerate the items for 15 to 20 minutes. Check the items frequently. Place one or two new tennis balls in the dryer with the comforter to fluff the fibers.

Stain removal on comforters - 3 spot cleaning methods: Mix up a solution of 1 part white vinegar to 3 parts distilled water. Thoroughly dampen the stain with the solution, and then expose the comforter to sunlight and air until dry. If necessary, repeat until stains fade and odors dissipate. Alternatively, use a non-toxic spot cleaner as directed. Ensure that the comforter has dried completely before using it. Spot clean comforter with a mixture of borax and water. Add just enough water to borax powder to form a paste. Apply the paste to the spot, and expose the item to sunlight to help fade the stain. (A protein remover such as Bio-Aid or Amaze can also be mixed with water to form a spot-removing paste.) Let the paste set, then brush, rinse with plain water, and allow the item to air-dry.

Note: Never use regular dry-cleaning methods with wool comforters. If the methods outlined above are not feasible, a professional cleaning method offered at local dry cleaning stores called Aqua Dry Cleaning or Wet Cleaning can be used.

We recommend using a duvet cover to keep your comforter cleaner longer.