Your Plushie Care Guide

Keep Them
Fluffy Forever

Our simple, step-by-step guide to cleaning, caring for and storing your Soft Plushies R Us companions — so they stay as soft and huggable as the day they arrived.

Step-by-Step

How to Care for Your Plushie

Follow these simple steps and your plushies will stay irresistibly soft for years to come.

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Spot Check First

Before washing, check the care label attached to your plushie. Most are machine-washable but some special editions require hand-washing only.

💡 TipPhotograph the label so you always have it to hand!
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Spot Clean Small Marks

For minor stains, use a clean damp cloth with a drop of mild soap. Gently dab — never scrub — then blot dry with a clean towel.

💡 TipWorks best on fresh stains and surface dirt.
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Use a Pillowcase

For a deeper machine wash, place your plushie inside a pillowcase or laundry bag and tie it closed. This protects it from tumbling damage.

💡 TipUse a mesh laundry bag for extra protection.
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Gentle 30°C Cycle

Set your machine to a delicate cycle at 30°C with a mild, non-biological detergent. Avoid fabric softener — it flattens the fibres over time.

💡 TipNever exceed 30°C — higher temps cause shrinkage.
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Air Dry Flat

Never tumble dry. Lay your plushie flat on a clean towel in a well-ventilated area. Reshape while damp. Full drying takes 6–12 hours.

💡 TipAvoid radiators and sunlight — both cause fading.
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Restore the Fluff

Once completely dry, use a soft pet brush or your fingers to gently brush the fur back to life. Work in the direction of the fibres with light strokes.

💡 TipA wide-tooth comb works brilliantly on longer-pile plushies.
Reading the Label

Understanding Care Symbols

Every Soft Plushies R Us plushie has a care label. Here's what the common symbols mean so you can wash with confidence.

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30°C Wash

Machine wash at 30°C on delicate cycle

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Hand Wash

Hand wash only in cool water

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No Tumble Dry

Do not tumble dry — always air dry

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No Hot Iron

Do not iron — heat damages fibres

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Mild Detergent

Use non-biological, mild detergent only

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Air Dry Only

Dry naturally away from direct heat

Quick Reference

Do's & Don'ts

✅Do These Things

  • ✅Check the care label before washing
  • ✅Use a pillowcase or laundry bag in the machine
  • ✅Wash at 30°C on a gentle/delicate cycle
  • ✅Use mild, non-biological detergent
  • ✅Spot clean small marks immediately
  • ✅Air dry flat in a well-ventilated space
  • ✅Brush gently with a soft brush once dry
  • ✅Store in a breathable cotton bag when not in use

❌Don't Do These

  • ❌Never tumble dry — heat ruins the fibres
  • ❌Don't use fabric softener — it flattens the pile
  • ❌Never iron or steam directly on the plushie
  • ❌Avoid washing above 30°C — causes shrinkage
  • ❌Don't scrub stains — always dab gently
  • ❌Never wring out — squeeze water out gently
  • ❌Don't dry on a radiator or in direct sunlight
  • ❌Avoid harsh chemical cleaners or bleach
Our Materials

What Your Plushie Is Made Of

Every material we use is carefully chosen for softness, safety and washability.

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Ultra-Soft Plush Outer

Our signature polyester plush fabric — tested to be the softest available. Non-toxic and fully machine-washable.

UKCA & CE Certified
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Polyester Filling

Premium polyester fibre filling — Maintains shape through hundreds of washes.

Baby Safe
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Safe for all Ages

Fully tested making our plushies safer for all ages and more durable over time.

Safe from Birth

Storing Your Plushies 📦

Proper storage keeps your plushies fresh, clean and perfectly fluffy between cuddle sessions.

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Use breathable bags Store in cotton or muslin bags — never airtight plastic which traps moisture.
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Avoid direct sunlight Prolonged sun exposure fades colours and weakens fibres over time.
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Allow airflow Make sure your storage spot has good air circulation to prevent mustiness.
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Clean before storing Always wash and fully dry before long-term storage to prevent mould.

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