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Cleaning well-loved stuffed animals and toys properly and regularly is essential.
If there is atag with care instructionsattached to the toy, follow the directions to prevent any damage.
Keep reading to learn how to properly and easily clean washable and non-washable toys.
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How Often to Clean Stuffed Animals
Remove dust and surface dirt at least once a month.
Nap time or night hours are good cleaning times.
Use a soft-bristled brush or the vacuum upholstery tool to prevent dust from becoming the base for heavier soil.
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Just a few simple steps might just return the animal to your child in nearly new condition.
Work slowly one small section at a time to prevent tangling and pulling out the fibers.
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If the stuffed animal has a tag, check for care directions.
When using a washing machine, protect stuffed animals by placing them in a mesh bag or zippered pillowcase.
Ibfelt T, Engelund EH, Schultz AC, Andersen LP.
Effect of cleaning and disinfection of toys on infectious diseases and micro-organisms in daycare nurseries.J Hosp Infect.
2015;89(2):109-115. doi:10.1016/j.jhin.2014.10.007
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