Sihaiwang: in the hot summer, a mat can be said to be the necessary artifact to eliminate heat and heat. It can be said that every family has a mat. Many people like to sleep on the mat will sweat, then can the mat be exposed to the sun? Below will bring you some knowledge of the mat.
Is the mat machine washable
Depending on the situation, different mat materials are different. General mat materials and body shape factors cannot be placed, and it is estimated that they cannot be placed in the washing machine. However, there are two kinds of mats, namely bamboo fiber mats and ice silk mats, which can be washed in the washing machine. These two are soft and a bit like cloth. You can knead and fold them at will. However, the mode of washing ice mat with washing machine must be adjusted to chemical fiber. Of course, hand washing is more recommended. The service life of the mat will be seriously lost if it is washed in the washing machine.
Chemical fiber mode of washing machine
The "chemical fiber" marked on the washing machine refers to the clothing category made of chemical synthetic fiber. The clothing products made of chemical fiber are those made of non cotton, non wool and non silk fabrics, such as polypropylene, nylon, etc. General washing machines are divided into four categories in the washing process: cotton fabric, chemical fiber fabric, wool fabric, super soft (silk fabric). Each type of program provides different washing time and water temperature or mixing mode to choose from. 'chemical fiber' means that the washing material is the clothing made of chemical fiber material, which can also be used for washing dirty clothes.
Bamboo fiber mat
Bamboo fiber mat is a kind of bamboo fiber home textile products. Like other bamboo fiber products, the raw material is bamboo pulp fiber. It has the cool characteristics of bamboo mat, and it will not cause some diseases due to long-term sleeping. In addition, the bamboo fiber mat has a good moisture absorption, and will not feel sticky after sleeping in summer. Now, as a new healthy and environment-friendly new fabric, bamboo fiber is replacing some traditional materials, such as cotton and hemp, with the characteristics of moisture absorption, ventilation, antibacterial, comfortable and soft.
Ice mat
Ice silk is actually a kind of man-made silk, which is obtained from the optimization of raw materials of viscose fiber, viscose filament and polyurethane fiber. Therefore, ice fiber is more pure than cotton fiber and wood fiber. The moisture content of ice silk is suitable for the physiological requirements of human skin. It is smooth, cool, breathable, antistatic and colorful. And the mat can be folded and placed, convenient for storage, greatly saving storage space.
Cleaning methods of all kinds of mat 1. Bamboo mat
Use a hot wet towel to scrub slowly. It can be slightly wet for the first time. It needs to be dried for the second time and then wiped. Finally, it can be dried in a dry and ventilated place. Do not expose to the sun.
2. Mahjong mat
Use vinegar and salt to mix warm water for cleaning, or directly use warm water for cleaning. It's better to wipe with warm water every day, so as to keep the mat clean and maintain it. In fact, this kind of mahjong mat is easy to clean, as long as it is not stained with oil, it generally does not need cleaning agent. In the South and humid areas, special attention should be paid to drying thoroughly to avoid mildew.
3. Linen mat
Linen mat can be washed and dry cleaned. When washing, soak in warm water for 10 minutes, and the water temperature is 30 ℃. After washing, it should be smooth and dry in the shade. Do not screw it hard. When it is 80% dry in the shade, iron it with high temperature to make it smoother.
4. Cowhide mat
Cowhide mat is the most high-grade mat, cleaning should pay special attention to. During the normal use of the cowhide mat, the mat surface must be cleaned regularly with a slightly wet towel. Do not use it in the sun, rain, baking or flushing. If there is any stain, just wipe it gently with a wet towel and air dry it naturally.
5. Bamboo fiber mat
Bamboo fiber mat is the most convenient mat, because it can be washed directly with home washing machine, and it is easy to fold and keep. However, when cleaning bamboo fiber mat with washing machine, we need to pay attention to several points. First, we need to soak it in warm water for 10 minutes. Second, we need to use washing machine for weak washing and neutral detergent. Finally, we need to place the ventilation place for natural air drying.
6. Iced silk mat
It can be washed with water. If it's a new one, it can be washed directly with water. If it's just put out for use in a season, it can be washed with a little washing powder. It can also be washed by washing machine. The washing mode is chemical fiber. But hand wash is more recommended. The service life of the mat will be seriously lost if it is washed in the washing machine. The cleaned ice silk mat can be dried in a ventilated and dry place. It's better not to expose it to the sun for a long time.
Can the mat be exposed to the sun
Mat can and should be more in the sun, this is conducive to sterilization, in addition to moisture, can also kill mites. However, it is recommended not to expose to the sun. It's better to put it in a place where the sun is not so strong. The straw mat will change color and become hard when exposed to the sun, and the cowhide mat will change shape and deteriorate, especially the bamboo mat. Never expose to the sun. The bamboo mat should not be exposed to the sun, otherwise it will become brittle. Before use, it should be wiped with warm boiled water and then dried in the shade. The best way is to dry it for two or three hours when the sun is not very strong, so as to sterilize and not affect the life of the mat.
Why can't bamboo mat be exposed to the sun
Bamboo is a kind of pure natural wood. Although it is the strongest and the best waterproof wood in all plants, compared with other natural wood, its waterproof function is very good, and it will not be damaged if it is touched by water for a short time, but it can not be completely waterproof and dry. If it is not dried or exposed to the sun, it will still be damaged, making it appear hair Mould appearance, or brittle and easy to break, reduce the use of bamboo mat life.
Usually, the bamboo mat is ventilated and dried, or slightly dried when the sun is not strong, so that it can dry faster. Users with bamboo mats at home should pay attention to that the best way to clean bamboo mats is to wipe them with a cloth dipped in warm water, then dry them in the air, and then use them. It is not suitable for exposure.
How long does the mat dry properly
No matter what kind of mat, it should not be exposed to the sun for a long time. Airing is the most effective way to kill the mites in the mat, but not more than 3 hours, half an hour or so, turn once, gently roll up after drying, and use the next day. It is better to dry it once a year before and after use.
How often do you dry the mat
It is recommended to have a sun exposure once a week for 30 minutes at noon. This can prevent mites very well.