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As spring arrives, the warm sunshine brings a sense of comfort and joy. Many people take this opportunity to bring out their winter quilts and expose them to the sun, eager not to miss a single moment of the precious sunlight. However, 43-year-old teacher Liu made a mistake by over-drying his quilt on a rare sunny day. Instead of benefiting from the sun, he ended up suffering from an allergic skin reaction due to improper drying.
Experts explain that while sunlight can help dehumidify and soften a quilt, it’s not always true that the longer the better. Prolonged exposure to the sun can actually be harmful. For cotton quilts, extended drying may cause the fibers to oxidize, making them shorter and more prone to falling apart, leading to a “hollow†feel and reducing both softness and warmth. Chemical fiber quilts, when left in the sun for too long, risk shrinking and losing their shape. Similarly, down and wool quilts may suffer from changes in their natural oils, leading to unpleasant odors.
It is therefore recommended to air dry synthetic and cotton quilts for about two to three hours, while down and wool quilts should avoid direct sunlight altogether. Instead, they should be placed in well-ventilated areas like balconies for about an hour.
Dr. Jiang Ping, deputy director of dermatology at Wuhan City Hospital, reminded people that sunlight’s ultraviolet rays act as a natural disinfectant, and proper sun-drying can be beneficial for health. However, it’s best to choose open spaces away from flowers and trees to minimize allergen exposure. Also, avoid beating the quilt too hard, as excessive force can damage the surface and potentially leave behind dust, bacteria, or even mites. In addition, with the dry spring weather, it's important to avoid over-drying, as it could lead to “overfire,†a term used to describe the drying out of materials beyond their optimal level.