Care Guides

Whether filled with fluffy feathers or cloud-soft microfiber, we make every Christy duvet with care and a commitment to quality so they'll last a long time, but to keep them cosy and comfy for years to come, take proper care of your bedding.

The guidelines below spell out the basics, but it is always worth checking the care instructions on individual products and following them closely.

Give your duvet a good shake as you make your bed every morning, as this helps any moisture that has accumulated overnight to evaporate and keeps the duvet feeling fresh.

You should wash your duvet cover every week, but thankfully, the duvet itself needs a little less attention. They should be cleaned a few times a year.

Beyond frequency, how you care for your duvet will depend on what it’s made of. Feather and down duvets often need professional help and should be taken to a dry cleaner to be laundered.

Many microfiber duvets can be machine washed at home, though they sometimes prove a challenge to wash unless you've got a machine with a generous drum. If you find yourself struggling to squash your duvet in your washing machine, you'll likely find extra-large capacity washers and dryers at your local laundromat.

To keep your duvet fresh between washes, air it in direct sunlight, as this helps to naturally disinfect it.

Most duvets and pillows are not widely recycled in the UK. However, many animal charities welcome donations to help kit out their kennels. Get in touch with the charity first to make sure they accept bedding, then give your furry friends a cosy place to rest.

Feathers are a rich source of nitrogen and compost well, so if you've got a down/feather duvet you can add it to your compost bins (make sure you take all poppers, buttons, tags, and any synthetic fabric off first).

Nearly a third of our lives are spent with our heads resting atop a pillow. It seems extraordinary when you think about it—but we clock a lot of hours of beauty sleep—and our cheeks are pressed against the cotton-softness of our pillowcases for nearly 3000 hours a year. To keep up a good night’s sleep, it’s key that we keep them clean, too.

Depending on the material that they are made of, pillows require different cleaning methods. As with all textiles it’s best to read the care label first, in case they need a bit of TLC.

To keep your pillows fresh, use a pillow protector. These zip-on covers help to keep allergies away and protect your pillows from hair and body oils.

Your pillows should be washed every 3-4 months. Always read the care instructions first, as some pillows need specialist care, though most can be laundered in the washing machine on a gentle cycle with mild detergent. If you're cleaning them at home, it’s worth noting that some experts recommend running your pillows through an extra rinse cycle after you wash them to make sure you've removed all of the soap.

After you wash, dry your pillows on low heat. Pop two tennis balls in a pair of clean white socks, and add them to the dryer with your pillows. The tennis balls help to balance the weight in the dryer and stop the stuffing from lumping together (you can also use wool dryer balls, if you have them). The white socks are to keep the tennis balls’ highlighter-green dyes from transferring to your freshly-washed pillows (nightmare).

Before you fluff your pillows neatly on your bed or tuck them tidily away in a cupboard, make sure they are completely dry. Leaving your pillows damp can quickly lead to mould.

Most duvets and pillows are not widely recycled in the UK. However, many animal charities welcome donations to help kit out their kennels. Get in touch with the charity first to make sure they accept bedding, then give your furry friends a cosy place to rest.

Feathers are a rich source of nitrogen and compost well, so if you've got a down/feather pillow you can add it to your compost bins (make sure you take all poppers, buttons, tags, and any synthetic fabric off first).

There are few things that feel better than slipping between a set of crisp, new sheets. By taking proper care of your Christy’s bed linens, you’ll snuggle up into that fresh, clean feeling, wash after wash.

Keeping your sheets in tiptop shape is simple—always follow the care instructions.

Wash your bed linen weekly to prevent a build up of body oils, dead skin cells, and sweat, which can discolour and damage your sheets in the long run.

Separate out bright colours and wash dark fabrics with dark, and light fabrics with light. Flip printed and brightly coloured pillow cases inside out to keep the colours bright. Use a mild detergent, low temperatures, and a low spin cycle for a more environmentally friendly wash.

If possible, hang your sheets on a line outside to dry. Otherwise, tumble dry them on a low heat. In any case, make sure your bed linens are completely dry before you fold them up pop them in a cool, dry, cupboard or closet. Storing linens damp can lead to mildew and musty smells. Where possible, avoid storing your bed linens in plastic containers as they can trap moisture and make any damp issues worse.

If you're storing your linens long term, line the drawers with acid free paper or undyed cotton as a buffer, as some woods release chemicals that can affect the dyes in the fabrics.

If your bed linens have a small rip or tear, consider repairing them before replacing them. Check your linens regularly and always mend them before you clean them, as holes can become bigger (and more work to fix) after being put through the washing machine.

If your linens are at the end of their life, do your best to ensure that they don't wind up in landfill. There are many ways to make use of your old bed linen; whether it’s in craft projects like patchwork and quilting, as a protective layer to keep down weeds in the garden, or by donating them to a housing shelter (call ahead and make sure that they are happy to take donations first).

Repurposing may not be right for everyone, and if so, your local council may collect textile waste or you can drop it off at a local recycling point.

Every fluffy, sumptuous Christy towel and bathrobe is made to last. You can do your part to help them stay in their best shape by properly caring for them.

Here are some tips and tricks to help extend the lives of your towels, but always check the care labels attached to your Christy products to make sure that you're looking after them the right way.

It’s best practice to wash your new towels before you use them, because the first wash will make them a little more absorbent (meaning they'll dry you more quickly).

After use, drape your towels over a bar or hook instead of folding them - the extra surface area exposed to air will mean that they dry more quickly, which is what you want. Bacteria thrive in warm, moist environments, so minimising dry time also minimises bacterial growth (so less chance of a musty towel).

Wash your towels every three days. Separate out your colours and wash like with like. Be mindful of the items you include in the wash, as zippers, hooks, and velcro can snag the loops, damaging the towel.

Begin by pretreating stains, then wash your towels in cool water on a delicate cycle. Avoid using fabric softeners as they build a film up over time that makes your towels less absorbent.

Before you put your towels in the dryer, shake each one out. It keeps them from twisting into a ball, reduces drying time, and helps stop wrinkling.

When your towels eventually wear out there are many ways to repurpose them around your home. Consider cutting them up into cloths for dusting and cleaning or using them for a craft project.

If your towels are just gently worn, you may be able to donate them to a housing shelter. If they are a bit worse off, many animal shelters will take donations of old towels. In either case, call ahead and ensure that your chosen charity is willing and able to take the donation before you turn up.

If you're keen on recycling, check with your local council as some collect textile waste. Alternatively, you can drop off your old towels at a local recycling point.

Our cushions and throws add a polished finish to any space. Keep them plump and squashy by looking after them.

Caring for your cushions isn't complicated, but there can be some tricks to managing multiple fabrics in the same cushion or throw. For best results, always follow the care instructions on individual products.

If your cushions have removable covers, take these off and launder them monthly. Wash the cushion inner every other month. Depending on the filling, you may need to take your cushion inners to a dry cleaner for a tip-top quality clean.

If your cushions don't have removable covers, they'll likely require dry cleaning.

You should wash your throw blankets every 2-4 weeks, depending on how busy your household is. Many can be washed at home in your washing machine, while others require dry cleaning.

Like duvets and pillows, most cushions and throws are not widely recycled in the UK, though some charity shops will accept them. Many animal charities welcome donations to help kit out their kennels, too. Get in touch with the charity first to make sure they accept cushions, then give your furry friends a cosy place to rest.

Feathers are a rich source of nitrogen and compost well, so if you've got a down/feather cushion inner you can add it to your compost bins (make sure you take all poppers, buttons, tags, and any synthetic fabric off first).