Maintenance and upkeep of children’s toys

1. Maintain indoor cleanliness to minimize dust and frequently use clean, dry, and soft tools to clean the surface of toys.

2. Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight and keep the inside and outside of the toy dry.

3. When cleaning, necessary measures can be taken according to the size. For small toys, use tape to first touch the parts that are afraid of wear and tear, and directly put them into the washing machine for gentle washing, drying, and hanging in a cool place to dry thoroughly. Intermittently tap the toy to make its fur and filling material fluffy and soft. For large toys, you can find filling seams, cut seams, and take out special parts of the filling material (nylon cotton). You can use tape to stick parts that are afraid of wear and tear without removing them (to better maintain appearance). Clean and dry the outer skin, then put the filling material into the toy skin, shape it, and sew it together.

4. For wool/cloth or dolls equipped with highly intelligent electronics, electronics, and sound systems, it is necessary to remove electronic components (some are not waterproof) or batteries before cleaning to prevent damage from water.

5. After the cleaned toy is dry, use a clean comb or similar tool to comb it neatly in the direction of the fur, making its fur smooth and beautiful.

6. Check if the internal organs of plush toys are clean and hygienic. Unqualified toy fillers include discarded plastic, fiber ropes, paper scraps, and even black cotton, which is prohibited by the government.

7. Twist the eyes, nose, and mouth of a plush toy to see if they are sturdy. If the small parts on the toy do not meet national standards in tension, they are considered unqualified products.

8. For the sake of good health, plush toys should be regularly consumed and cleaned.

9. A simple and easy method for sterilization and disinfection, which can be gently pressed back and forth on the fluff with a high-power steam iron, also has a certain sterilization and dirt removal effect.

10. The key to washing plush toys at home: toys with few small parts can be washed by hand or machine in 30-40 ℃ warm water, and neutral detergent can be used when cleaning. For plush toys, cashmere detergent will be better.

11. How to make toys less likely to get dirty and extend their lifespan? When purchasing toys, do not discard them, whether they are cardboard boxes or plastic bags, in case of dust accumulation during storage. In areas with humid climates, to prevent toys from getting damp, desiccants can be placed during storage, and stuffed toys should be stored to avoid accumulation and deformation damage.