How to Repair Down Comforters

How to Repair Down Comforters
Published: Mar 1, 2011
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read

The problem might be solved by something as simple as ironing a patch to it.

  1. Cut off all the loose-hanging and worn threads around the tear in your comforter with scissors.

  2. Cut an iron-on patch to the dimensions of the tear. Cut it larger than the actual tear so it can bind with the comforter.

  3. Set your iron to the cotton setting after plugging it in and filling it with water.

  4. Set the comforter down on a hard surface, such as your floor.

  5. Place a thin piece of cotton fabric on top of the comforter’s tear and press the iron over the affected area, keeping it there for about six to 10 seconds. This preheats the tear to receive the patch much more readily.

  6. Remove the fabric from the tear and place the iron-on patch directly on it with the adhesive side down.

  7. Press the hot iron over the patch, keeping it there for about six to 10 seconds. Leave the patch alone to cool.

Things You Will Need

  • Scissors
  • Iron
  • Iron-on patch
  • Cotton fabric

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Mikhail Polenin

Mikhail Polenin has been working with computers since 1997. His experience also expands to astrophysics, masonry, electricity and general appliance repair. He's written about various different subjects regarding astrophysics and electrical…

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