Weight of bed linen for washing

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The automatic washing machine occupies one of the most important places among all household appliances in the house. It saves a lot of time spent on washing. However, in order to ensure high-quality and efficient operation of such an indispensable assistant, you should pay close attention to a very important characteristic - the maximum and minimum load of products. All recommendations indicating the weight of bed linen for washing are included in the instructions for the equipment. If these rules are not followed, the clothes will be washed poorly, and the machine itself will be subject to overload and rapid wear. In this article we will introduce you to the relative weight calculation of some products, in particular, bed linen (plaid, sheet, blanket).

Important! Of course, it is not very convenient to weigh things before washing every time, and 100-200 grams of excess or missing laundry does not play a special role. We recommend writing and sticking a table on the side wall of the equipment indicating the average weight of various items.

Weight of dry laundry for washing - table

Many washing machines can weigh things on their own, but if your washing machine does not have this function, then use the following data.

The approximate weight of the bedding set is 1.5-2 kg. More precise information is presented in the table. Weight suggested for a set made of calico type fabric:

Children's set with one pillowcase - 1200 g.
1.5 bedroom - 1580 g.
2 bedroom - 1860
Euro - 2340

Using this table, you can easily load the washing machine “by eye” without fear of overload. If the maximum loading weight of the washing machine is 5 kg, then you can also add a couple of pajamas or towels to any set.

Important! A satin set will weigh even less.

If you want to wash not the entire set, but its individual components, then read the following information.

How much does a double bedding set (cotton) weigh?

Duvet cover - 800 g.
Bed sheet - 600 g.
Pillowcase - 200 g.
A double bedding set weighs 1800 g.

Minimum load

The weight of the laundry is set by the washing machine manufacturer

The fact is that both the maximum and minimum amount of laundry affects the durability and performance properties of the machine, because the degree of vibration, and therefore the service life, depends on these values. If you constantly wash in small portions, then when spinning at high speeds, things will be distributed unevenly, which will lead to an unbalanced drum, and this will cause additional vibrations and microcracks. The minimum filling of the drum for one wash is about 1-1.5 kg of dry laundry; only by observing this condition can premature damage to the machine be prevented.

Many manufacturers of washing machines do not notify customers about this requirement, arguing that in order to save money, housewives will fill the drum as much as possible. Well, those neat people who want to wash one T-shirt and one pair of panties should know that this is not only uneconomical, but also has a detrimental effect on the technical condition of the equipment.

Matching mode and weight

When washing things, it is very important to ensure that the weight and mode of the items being laid are correct. For example, if the washing machine is designed for a load of 5 kg, then this is the maximum weight for the “Cotton” mode.

But more gentle modes require fewer things:

If you need to wash items made of silk or wool, their weight should not exceed 1.5 kg.
For synthetic products, load no more than 3 kg.

All this data must be indicated in the instruction manual.

Important! The amount of laundry loaded is not the only factor that affects washing efficiency. Therefore, it is imperative to

Important nuances

What else should you pay attention to when choosing? It is better to choose a large loading hatch to make it easier to get out after washing and during the loading process to distribute the weight of the laundry over the entire area of the drum. You can ignore the number of revolutions; the maximum speed develops only in spin mode

Other nuances are much more important:

repair and warranty service - here it is not worth saving and paying for service for 5-6 years at once, rather than buying other equipment after a similar time;
purchasing spare parts in the event of a breakdown is a pressing problem, so you need to choose a model so that there are plenty of spare parts in the region;
effective energy saving is class A++, A+, A and B, which will help save water and electricity.

Take your time when buying household appliances: they should last you more than one year and not cause any inconvenience in use.

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Dry weight table:

Personal towel – 200 g.
Bath towel - 500-600 g.
Bath towel (terry) - 1000 g.
Bathrobe (terry) - 1200 g.
Tablecloth (cotton, medium size) - 400 g.
Large tablecloth (canvas) - 1000 g.
Kitchen towel - 120 g.
Kitchen napkin (cloth) - 80 g.
Women's blouse - 100 g.
Skirt - 150-250 g.
Dress - 300 g.
Nightgown - 180 g.
Pajamas - 450 g.
Lingerie set (knitted) - 150 g.
Women's winter jacket - 800-1000 g.
Men's shirt - 200-250 g.
Men's T-shirt - 220-300 g.
Trousers - 400 g.
Jeans - 600 g.
Vest - 150 g.
T-shirt - 120 g.
Socks - 40-50 g.
Handkerchief - 15-20 g.
Working clothes - 600 g.
Windbreaker - 800 g.
Men's down jacket - 1400-1800 g.

Important! The weight indicated in the table is relative, since clothes made from different materials also have different weights, for example, a silk blouse is slightly lighter than a similar cotton blouse.

Summary

Careful operation of the automatic machine guarantees its uninterrupted operation for many years. Following washing recommendations also extends its service life, and also improves the quality of the process itself, removing dirt without pre-treatment.

Conclusion: observing the weight standards of the laundry when starting the machine allows you not only to wash it perfectly, but also to rinse it well and remove excess liquid. Otherwise, things will have to be washed or dried longer than usual, not to mention possible equipment breakdowns.

I'm waiting for questions in the comments. But first, I suggest watching the video in this article with visual evidence of how important it is to comply with acceptable standards when loading laundry into the machine.

Proper washing of clothes

Of course, the weight of the bed linen is very important, but washing rules are also of great importance. Here are some of them:

Before putting your items in the wash, sort them by fabric type and color. Pay attention to the symbols on the product label, which indicate at what temperature and in what mode a particular item should be washed.

Important! We invite you to bookmark our separate article, which contains a detailed explanation of all the icons on clothing.

Do not wash calico and silk, synthetics and wool together.
Do not load colored and white items at the same time.
Load different sizes of items into the machine to improve washing efficiency.
Before loading, be sure to check your clothing pockets and fasten all zippers, clasps, and buttons.
Do not exceed loading limits. Remember that washing machine weights are for dry fabrics, not wet ones.
Set the correct wash cycle for each material. It is also necessary to set the correct temperature. For cotton and linen items, set the temperature to 60 degrees; wash colored and synthetic items at 30-50 degrees.
Wash children's sheets and duvet covers (especially for newborns) at high temperatures. If the fabric is natural, it will withstand 90 degrees.
To wash children's clothes, use special children's laundry detergents.
Do not machine anything that is old, fragile or very small. If you need to wash such products, place them in special bags.
Underwear with metal fittings (bras with wires) should not be machine washed.
Do not wash clothes soiled with products containing gasoline or other solvents.
Wash heavy items without the “Spin” function.
The minimum loading weight should not be less than 1 kg.

How to load the drum correctly?

To prevent overloading the machine, you need to know that woolen items absorb moisture the most, so you should not put them in large quantities. It is also not recommended to fill the drum to capacity with synthetic and delicate fabrics; they do not wash well, and their appearance after washing leaves much to be desired. Due to the lack of free space in the drum, they will be very wrinkled. Smoothing out such things will be very difficult, and sometimes almost impossible.

Cotton items wash well, so they should be loaded in accordance with the manufacturer's requirements, leaving free space in the drum.

Dry laundry weight chart

In fact, not all housewives have the opportunity to weigh their laundry on a scale, so a special table will help determine the weight of dry laundry for washing. For example, the weight of a women's T-shirt is approximately 70-140 grams, but in order to load a 5 kilogram drum with cotton items, you can prepare a set of bed linen and 3-4 towels. Such information will be useful to every housewife, as it will prevent overload.

However, some models of washing machines are equipped with an auto-weighing function. That is, a person does not need to “rack his brain” about how much the laundry weighs and whether the machine will withstand the upcoming test. She will independently determine this parameter and calculate how much water she needs for high-quality washing and select the optimal program without human intervention. The advantages of such models are obvious:

saving water and electricity;
quality of washing, as the best program is selected;
eliminates unnecessary hassle.

The auto-weighing function prevents damage to the washing unit, since in case of overload, the program will block the process and an error message will appear on the screen. This, in turn, will protect the drum from imbalance and other unpleasant consequences.

You can be satisfied with high-quality washed items if you comply with all washing requirements. Large and small items such as jeans and underwear should not be washed together. Outerwear is washed separately, there are other secrets. Every housewife should know how to properly sort things, because the further suitability of the clothes being washed depends on this.

It is very important to sort your laundry before washing.

Before washing, it is better to group items by type of material, soiling, size, and color. White items are usually washed separately, and the same goes for underwear. New items that have never been washed require close attention, as they can discolor adjacent fabrics. This applies to clothing of poor quality or dubious origin. The instructions on the label will help you understand such nuances as the composition of the fabric, the permitted washing mode, and the possibility of using various bleaching agents.

The fabric in the drum should not twist or wrinkle, it should rotate freely, so it is recommended not only to fill the drum correctly, but also to place items made from delicate fabrics in special laundry bags. Well, following these simple recommendations will save any housewife from unforeseen situations.

What determines the weight of bedding or wardrobe items?

This parameter depends on several factors:

The type of fabric from which the product is made. Calico, silk, linen, chiffon and other lightweight materials weigh much less than dense and heavy materials, such as drape and denim.
The amount of fabric that was used to sew the item. Typically, the larger the product, the heavier it is. So, a blouse is lighter than a dress, and a jacket is lighter than a coat. When it comes to bed linen, what is important is what size bed it is intended for. A set of accessories for a single bed is heavier than a Euro set or one made for a double bed.
The presence and number of fasteners and decorative elements. Buttons, zippers, and decorative elements also affect the weight of the item.