Looking for how to wash a dock a tot cover? Is your dock a tot’s cover too dirty from spitting out? Has it gathered a lot of dust and dirt?

You probably worried you could ruin the cover given the amounts you spent on it.Don’t worry we will detail how to wash a dock a tot cover ensuring your baby gets to lie on a clean dock a tot all the time.

Because as a mama you know how important it is to keep baby’s environment clean. More importantly we know how much your baby enjoys the comfort of the dock a tot, so we wouldn’t want dirty to deny them that luxury lounging time.

We have heard plenty of mamas say they are afraid of damaging the dock a tot cover. Damaging the cover is costly as it forces you to shop for another cover, which is an added expense.

Well, with this guide, there is no need for purchasing another dock a tot cover. However, your concerns on damaging the dock a tot cover are valid. Poor dock a tot cover wash practices can cause shrinkage and colour running sending you back to shop unexpectedly.

What you will need to wash the dock a tot cover;

A washing machine
Chemical free detergent (no bleach)

Detach the dock a tot cover

The dock a tot features child-safe zippers found around the bumper. This makes detaching the dock a tot cover from the rest of the product quite easy. You will only have to unzip and take off the fully removable cover and it’s ready for washing.

Place the dock a tot cover inside a washing bag

Dear mama, we understand that you may be quite busy and overlook placing the dock a tot cover inside a washing bag. We recommend that you do not skip this.

The dock a tot cover can be classified as a delicate item. You do not want other clothes in the machine causing damage to your dock a tot so it is always advisable to use a washing bag.

If you don’t have one in your possession when you intend to do laundry, don’t you worry. We recommend using a DIY version where you put the dock a tot cover in a pillowcase and it will act as the washing bag.

In case you have more delicates and you want to put them in the same washing bag, ensure they are of the same color with the dock a tot. This prevents other colours messing up your beautiful dock a tot cover in case of colour running.

What about the detergents and water temperature?

We understand that determining the detergents and the best temperature for washing your dock a tot cover can be a bit confusing. You have perhaps heard that some detergents may cause colour running, a certain temperature when washing your dock a tot cover may cause shrinkage.

What should you do?Well, first, you should wash dock a tot cover in cold, room temperature of lukewarm water. Why should you avoid hot water at all costs?

The dock a tot cover is 100 per cent cotton. This puts the dock a tot cover at a shrinkage risk as opposed to covers made from synthetic or natural fibres. Washing the dock a tot cover with cold water means the cover will be less likely to shrink or fade.

Notably, the dock a tot manufacturers have put in place special finishing and pre-washing procedures to reduce shrinkage to about 2.5-3%. However, washing the dock a tot cover in hot water may lead to shrinkage exceeding the 3%, which compromises the fit of the dock a tot cover.

An exciting and bonus advantage of washing the dock a tot cover with cold water is that it will reduce wrinkles! Ironing adds onto our to-do-list when the list is already full. So, most mamas will agree that reducing time associated with ironing is quite exciting.

What about detergents?We recommend washing your dock a tot cover with chemical free detergents and avoid using any bleach. This prevents the colours running and fading off the dock a tot’s original colours.

With all the above preparations, you can now put your dock a tot cover in the washing machine under a gentle cycle.

Drying the dock a tot cover

Safe practices for your dock a tot cover do not stop at the washing machine point. You need to dry the dock a tot cover safely to prevent shrinkage.

The dock a tot manufacturer recommends laying the dock a tot cover flat to air dry. This helps avoid color bleeding for covers with prints. Do not blitz dry, tumble dry or lay down on a radiator.

Conclusion

We believe that with this guide, washing your dock a tot cover is now a walk in the park. You can simply follow the steps above, treading lightly with heat to achieve the best results.

FAQs on How to Wash Dock a Tot Cover

Is it necessary to wash the dock a tot cover before the first time use?

Well, it is not necessary. The company pre-washes all materials and they are totally safe for your baby.

However, if you feel comfortable washing, you can do it following the detailed steps we give below. Please note that if your baby’s dock a dot is used, then you should definitely wash it.

Nonetheless, most mamas have the urge to wash everything just to be safe. Afterall, you don’t want your baby sleeping on a cover which you think has been touched by an unknown number of hands.

How often should you wash the dock a tot cover?

Baby is already here and has started using the dock a tot.There is no set time after which you should wash the dock a tot cover. We recommend washing the dock a tot cover whenever you spot dirt irrespective of the frequency. This will help facilitate a clean environment for baby.