How to Take Care of a Burrito Blanket
Sometimes, all you need in order to be more comfortable is to wrap yourself up in a cozy blanket. Therefore, a few geniuses came together to put all the comforts of life in one amazing blanket. The burrito tortilla wrap blanket is a cozy burrito-looking blanket you can roll yourself up in.
Not only do these blankets exist, but they actually have burn marks and a beige-brown color just like real burritos. They can also work as wrap-around blankets, throw blankets, snuggly blankets, blankets for the bed, and even baby blankets. Another plus is you can literally turn yourself into a snack with this uniquely designed blanket.
Cleaning Tips for a Burrito Blanket
Since these burrito wrap tortilla blankets are made of plush and soft microfiber, cleaning them up should not be a big deal. Here are some tips for cleaning it:
- Follow the instructions on the label or tag
These burrito blankets come with either a label or tag that gives care instructions. Note that the instructions should be carefully read and adhered to before you begin to clean the blanket.
- Use a dishwashing liquid to pretreat stains on the blanket
First, put a drop of dishwashing liquid or any other mild liquid on the stained or discolored parts of the burrito blanket. Let the detergent soak in for about 10 minutes, then use a wet paper towel to gently blot it. Make sure you remove as much stain as you can.
Moreover, try not to scrub too forcefully at the stains to avoid worsening the stain by spreading it around. Also, you can sprinkle a little amount of corn starch on oily or greasy stains and allow it to soak for 5-10 minutes. The corn starch will absorb the oils that stained the blanket, and then you can easily wipe it off.
- Place the blanket alone in the washing machine
Next up is to place the blanket inside the washing machine without any other item. However, ensure that you avoid rubbing together different items with the burrito blanket.
- Wash the blanket
First, set the washing machine on either warm or hot wash, along with some drops of the mild detergent. Washing the blanket on a gentle cycle saves time and will ensure the blanket is cleaned without being roughed up. Wash and rinse on this setting.
Avoid using fabric softeners on your burrito blanket especially if water-repellant finishes have been used to treat it. If possible, avoid these softeners completely.
Drying Tips for a Burrito Blanket
Your tortilla blanket, as it is fondly called, can be dried in different ways. You can pick a way that works best for you.
- Hang your blanket outside to dry naturally
You can hang your burrito wrap blanket on a drying rack or clothesline to dry naturally. This will help to retain its softness. Drying a completely wet blanket may take about 24 hours.
Alternatively, you can spread the wet blanket over a portable standing fan or air conditioning vent to dry it properly. You can also hang it over a chair and turn on the overhead fan in the room. The main aim of these alternate methods of drying this blanket is to encourage circulation of air around it.
- Air-fluff or tumble-dry your blanket
This method, known as air-fluff or tumble-dry, is the gentlest setting on your dryer. When you activate this setting, your dryer will begin a continual movement to get rid of lingering moisture. This setting does not include the use of heat in drying the blanket.
You should closely observe the burrito blanket so that you will take it out of the dryer when the process ends. Leaving this blanket in the machine beyond its drying time may cause wear and tear. Do not use timed drying cycles because they actually apply the same heat amount as other press settings.
- Be sure to use low heat setting on your dryer
In order to properly dry this fluffy blanket, you will need to set your dryer on the lowest heat setting. Although this setting will make your blanket dry slowly, it is the safest. Your blanket will last longer and maintain its new look and feel.
Too much heat just might cause your burrito tortilla wrap blanket to shrink or even scorch the fabric.
Care Tips for a Burrito Blanket
In as much as you enjoy burritoing in your blanket, equally as important you should also ensure it is well taken care of. Here are some tips to help you take better care of your comfy blanket:
- Do not iron your blanket
Remember that you are not advised to set the dryer on high heat when drying your blanket. Therefore, ironing your blanket is unadvisable because this blanket type has small fibers that irons will easily melt or burn. The weight of the iron on the blanket can result in piling and matting.
As a matter of fact, this kind of burrito blanket does not require ironing most times. Also, you can smoothen out the wrinkles on this blanket by folding it after drying, then drape it over your couch. Another way is by stacking the folded blanket under a heap of blankets.
Other Important Care Tips for a Blanket
- Do not use bleach of harsh chemicals on your blanket
In fact, most chemicals like bleach are very abrasive and can make your blanket stiff and scratchy after some time. The color of the fabric can also be washed out due to these harsh chemicals. If your burrito blanket is discolored or stained, you can use hydrogen peroxide, white vinegar, or other cleaning products having oxygen.
- Use a disposable razor to take off pilling on your blanket
Note that when you wash your blankets frequently, they will start bunching up and lead to the formation of pills. Getting rid of these pills cane be done easily by lightly running a disposable razor over the blanket’s surface. This razor will get rid of all the clumps, leading you with a smooth and soft blanket.
It is important to avoid pressing down the razor on the burrito blanket too forcefully, in order to avoid scraping and mistakenly cutting the fabric. Razors will, however, not work quite well on matting and some other textural defects.
Conclusion
Lovers of the burrito dish have found a way to incorporate it into their everyday lives. Therefore, it is our belief that this guide will help you take better care of your burrito tortilla wrap blanket.
