Chenille throw, can I put in washing machine?

[pjsmum]

Last nigh DD launched a cup of milk over the chenille throw on the sofa, not impressed!! Anyway, the label states professional dry clean only. Can i put in washing machine on a cool, gentle wash? Anyone any ideas please before the stench of stale milk drives me mad!! Thanks

[franke]

Personally I'd risk it, but don't take my word for it! Is it cotton chenille or synthetic? If it's cotton you could even tumble dry it to keep it nice and soft. The risks are colour run and/or shrinking if you wash it.

[babygrand]

I put everything in the washing machine! I think if it's milk you have to risk it.

[babygrand]

Wouldn't tumble dry though.

[pjsmum]

Thanks, I'll risk it. Won't matter if it shrinks a bit cos its huge!!

[diplodocus]

I once put a chanille jumper in and it disintergrated, making a hideous mess of the washing machine! I'd be a bit careful if I were you.

[Blackduck]

If you are going to risk it DON'T USE FABRIC CONDITIONER!

[ChippyMinton]

Put it inside an old pillowcase/duvet to save clearing up the fluff if it does shed?