Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, especially for wool coolers. Wool by itself can either be laundered or dry cleaned. The care label instructions are based on either the dye used to color the wool and/or the trim and binding material. In any case we have found, even though we use only cold water, that shrinkage is a concern, especially the first time wool is cleaned.

If you don’t pre-rinse, the soap will combine with the surface dirt and will be consumed before it can reach the dirt, urine, sweat, hair and feces embedded in the blanket. There are at least two pre-rinses programmed into all of the cycles.

Don’t store them dirty. The chemical products in horse urine and feces will degrade the fabric, stitching and waterproofing.  Also, dirty blankets attract little furry critters looking for a home.  We operate year round call us whenever you have blankets to be cleaned. Don’t wait until  “blanket season” is over.  Fix small repairs. Don’t wait until they get large and expensive.

Because they are air dried, we cannot be sure that the insulated blankets are completely moisture free, especially in the humidity of the summer months. The stuffing tissue will absorb any of this residual moisture and prevent mildew during storage. We have recently acquired a moisture tester to better measure residual moisture.

We can repair anything the horse wears, including tack.  There are three seamstresses available, three commercial Janome sewing machines and all the fabric, thread, hardware, binding and strapping material needed to professionally repair any blanket.  We specialize in cleaning show drapes and banners. We also offer water repellent treatment.

Yes, size does matter when choosing washing machines for cleaning horse blankets. You need a small (40-50lb) commercial, programmable front loader for cottons, polar fleeces, wool cooler and saddle pads. They must be run on a gentle cycle without too much agitation. This machine is also used for turnouts that are severely damaged and must be washed alone.

The large commercial, programmable front loaders, (we have an 85 lb and a 100 lb machine) are used for turnouts, insulated or otherwise. Turnouts, being waterproof in various degrees, hinder the flow of soap and water through the fibers and subsequently, the dirt and soap cannot be completely rinsed out.

You end up with what is called “re-deposition;” where some of the dirt & soap is re deposited back onto the blanket.  This is easily seen on the black shiny lining of the blanket when it is dry.  It appears as streaks or swirls. Not only is some of the dirt not rinsed out, neither is the soap; left behind to irritate your horse.

To prevent this condition and to insure proper water circulation, we limit our 85 & 100 lb machine to 3 & 4 turnouts respectively.

Yes.  We service these shops on a regular basis.  Check with your favorite for our service schedule.

Yes, we accept American Express, Discover, MasterCard and Visa.      

We serve all of Northern and Central New Jersey and Orange Counties in New York state and Bucks & Northampton Counties in Pennsylvania. Click HERE to view our schedule.

Yes. However, we are primarily a pick up & delivery service and don’t maintain regular business hours. Please always call ahead to schedule a drop off.

They learn by training with an established blanket seamstress. We are fortunate to have one in our area and she has spent numerous hours with our staff and continues to be our “consultant.”

Yes. Please email or call for more information.

Generally it is two weeks. During blanket season, April thru August, always inquire our current lead time and let us know your specific needs.

Embedded hair in the Velcro can impede its function. If the Velcro pulls opens, it can put excess stress on the blanket fabric, possibly causing damage.

No. Clear garbage bags do not breathe. Any residual moisture cannot escape during storage. Also, with our breathable comforter bags, the blankets are easily stackable and the label and invoice are clearly visible, making for easy identification.

As much as we have researched machine cycles, static reducers and air flow options, it comes down to the old fashioned lint roller. While we have “industrial strength” lint rollers, they still require a person to do the rolling. During the blanket season there are five “fur rollers” on our staff.

Yes, for everything the horse wears except saddles. On the “Human” side of the equine equation; paddock boots, tall boots, half chaps, etc.. We can also repair any leather clothing; snaps, zippers, rips, etc.

There is some risk no matter what you do. Call us and discuss your particular situation.

Generally, they will not. Remember, the dry cleaning machine cleans people clothes and has several types of filters. The excessive hair may clog the filters requiring an expensive filter change. Also the soil from the tail cord goes into the solvent, requiring premature cleaning of the solvent. 

While computerization does not eliminate errors, it does establish a electronic trail should something go wrong. We are computerized with a bar-code tracking system that follows the blanket from mark-in to final delivery. Your blankets are photographed upon delivery and a text notification is sent to you when they arrive.

Our facility consists of the following:

• 2500 square feet
• Three Unimac Commercial machines, 40, 85 & 100 lbs
• Custom made drain trough & hair filter
• 60 rolling drying racks
• Four custom made rolling and packaging tables with individual ceiling lights for visibility
• Repair area with sewing machines, hardware, fabric, strapping & more than 50 blanket parts

Things we don’t have:

We do not have boilers & dryers. Everything is washed in cold water and air dried to take the best possible care of your horsewear.

We cleaned more than 3,000 in 2024.  We are not a “Mom & Pop” shop.  We do not have other jobs and do this part-time.  Horse blankets are all we do, period.

Review these FAQ’s and feel confident that we are a white-glove service. Ask your blanket cleaner if they use the same procedures and then ask yourself if your horse deserves a REALLY CLEAN BLANKET.

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During the summer months that the blankets are stored, the residual moisture is host to the growth of mold and mildew.  We also place a large sheet of stuffing tissue in the folds of the blankets to further absorb moisture.