If your cat uses the bed, regular cleaning can keep visible hair manageable. Choose methods for the particular duvet cover, sheets, throw and mattress; they may have different care requirements.
Use a washable cover where useful
A throw on a favourite resting spot may collect some hair and make that area easier to clean. It does not replace washing your bedding or guarantee that the cat will stay on it. Choose a cover you can clean according to its label.
Remove loose hair before washing
Where practical, use a compatible tool on dry fabric. Our reusable roller can be used on suitable dry surfaces after an inconspicuous test. Work gently and stop if it catches the material. No tool is automatically appropriate for every duvet, knit or decorative finish.
Then wash and dry each item according to its care label and the appliance instructions. Avoid assuming that every duvet fits a domestic machine or tolerates the same temperature. Our laundry guide covers these checks.
Check mattress instructions separately
A mattress is not a washable cover. Follow its manufacturer’s instructions for vacuuming, attachments and spot cleaning. Do not soak it or use a household hair tool on an unfamiliar surface without checking suitability.
If allergies are involved
Removing visible hair does not show that allergen exposure is controlled. A daytime throw is not equivalent to keeping the bedroom pet-free. Discuss symptoms and exposure measures with a clinician, particularly if asthma is involved; see our cat-allergy guide.
Make upkeep practical
Keep clean bedding stored away from pet resting areas and adjust the cleaning frequency to use and soiling. Gentle grooming removes loose coat hair but does not stop natural shedding. Avoid vigorous shaking indoors, which simply redistributes loose material.
