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The thought of wrangling a doona back into its cover is enough to put anyone off washing it for another week.

But it doesn’t have to be that way. This hack for putting your doona back in the cover will make you want to wash your doona cover.

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How to put a doona cover on (the easy way) 

Taking to TikTok, Chantel Mila (aka @mama_mila) shows her followers the easiest way to put a doona cover using the burrito method. Here’s how she does it. 

Here are the step-by-step instructions

Step 1

Turn your doona cover inside out and lay down on the mattress with the opening at the foot of the bed.

Step 2

Lay your doona on top of that. 

Step 3

Roll both the doona and cover like a burrito towards the bottom of the bed.

Step 4

Flip the cover over the ends (like in the video above.)

Step 5

Do up the fastenings on the cover.

Step 6

Unroll it. Voila! You are done. 

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How to put a doona cover on without rolling it

If rolling your doona seems too complicated, there’s another way to make the job a little bit easier. 

  1. Lay your doona cover flat on your bed. 
  2. Feed the left corner of your doobna up into the matching corner of the cover. Now do the same on the bottom corner. 
  3. Repeat on the other side. 
  4. Pick up the top corners of your doona, then give it a good shake.
  5. Fasten the cover. 
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How often should you wash your doona cover?

This one depends on if you’re using a top sheet or not. If you have a top sheet, you can get away without washing your doona cover for longer. But ideally, you want to wash it every 2 weeks.

How often should you wash your doona?

Similar to sheets and pillows, the doona can accumulate sweat, body oils, and dead cells. Over time, if it’s not cleaned properly; it can attract dust mites and bacteria. As a general rule of thumb, it’s recommended that doonas be washed every six months to a year.

Just make sure you read the care instructions before washing. Follow our instructions for washing a doona when it won’t fit in the washing machine.

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Writer Livia Gamble Senior Digital Content Producer

With a Bachelor’s degree in communications and over a decade of industry experience, Livia is a seasoned content producer and editor who has a knack for crafting articles brimming with helpful information you never knew you needed (but you do). She has covered various topics, from home decor and gardening to health and wellness, showcasing her versatility and expertise. Livia's writing has been featured in publications such as the lifestyle section of the Sydney Morning Herald. Additionally, she has worked as a content editor for various parenting and lifestyle brands, including Babyology and Essential Kids. When she isn’t reporting on ways to improve your home and garden, she can be found crocheting ponchos and attempting to master the perfect homemade pizza dough.

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