Finding a washing machine for your horse blankets can be the difference between having fresh horse blankets whenever you need them and ruining the blankets you already have.
However, it takes a special washer that can clean the bulky material and survive being placed near a barn.
These are our tops picks:
- GE Appliances GTW335ASNWW
- GE Front Load Washer with UltraFresh Vent System
- Speed Queen SWNNC2SP115TW01
Let’s explain each in more detail so you can choose the best fit for you.
1) GE Appliances GTW335ASNWW
Highlights
One of the highlights of this washer is that it has a deep clean cycle and the other 10 wash cycles to choose from.
The deep clean cycle ensures the toughest dirt will come out of your blankets.
There’s also a deep rinse cycle which ensures that all the detergent and soil will be out of the blankets.
Features
- 4.2 cu. ft. capacity
- 6 water temperatures
- Stainless steel basket
- 11 wash cycles
- Deep clean cycle
What We Like About the GE GTW335ASNWW Washer
The best thing about this washer is that it has a heavy-duty agitator, which ensures that you can clean bulkier materials and get out those cover stains that you might get in your horse blankets.
What We Don’t Like About It
One thing to keep in mind about this water is that it is quite loud, which means that it may not be the best if you live with children or if you want to keep the washer in your barn, the horses may not like the sound.
2) GE Front Load Washer with UltraFresh Vent System
Highlights
This washer is one of the more high-tech, with its Wi-Fi connectivity and compatibility with both Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.
There are all kinds of special settings that you can use, including an odor block that ensures you don’t get any strange smells in your washer.
This is particularly helpful when washing your horse blankets often.
Features
- Time saver option
- Wi-fi connection
- Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant
- Works with IFTTT
- Quick wash cycle
What We Like About the GE Front Load Washer with UltraFresh Vent System
This washer has tons of tech and features that you can take full advantage of, whether it’s the convenience of having a reversible door so you can open it whichever way is comfortable for you to be more high-tech stuff where you can connect it to Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.
What We Don’t Like About It
Some people have said that this washer is better at being a washer than using the dryer setting, so if you are looking for something that has both capabilities or wants to buy a matching washer and dryer set, you may be better off with a different dryer product.
3) Speed Queen SWNNC2SP115TW01 Top Load Washer
Highlights
This is an industrial washer, so it can deal with a lot of use and get banged up a little bit.
Getting an industrial washer could be a great choice if you want something available in your barn or nearby.
This washer has 27 cycles, so you can always get the perfect wash.
Features
- 3.26 cu. ft. capacity
- 27 standard cycles
- Touchpad interface
- Automatic balancing
What We Like About the Speed Queen SWNNC2SP115TW01
This washer has the most cycle to choose from, which can help if you use it for lots of different materials or bulk weights.
You could also buy a coin dispenser to go on it if you want to use it as something open to the public in your barn.
What We Don’t Like About It
This washer only has 3.26 cubic feet of capacity, which means it is the smallest capacity on this list. This may cause issues if you have many horse blankets you must wash at a time.
FAQs
Can horse blankets be washed in washing machine?
You can put horse blankets in the washing machine, although you’ll have to know some of the fabric details and the bulk. Hand washing is better for medium- and heavy-weight blankets, turnout sheets, or stables.
How do you wash a heavy horse blanket?
Put your heavy horse blankets in the washing machine using a mesh laundry bag. The laundry bag will prevent the straps and buckles from tangling together.
Wash your blanket on gentle cycle using a mild detergent specifically for horse blankets in cold water.
Avoid using fabric softener, especially if the blanket has a waterproof coating.