Storage and Maintenance Tips from Fire Blanket Suppliers

Fire blankets are essential tools that can be used to help extinguish small fires at home or work. If it’s time to pull out your fire blanket, you definitely want to ensure it’s reliable and works like new: The best way to achieve that is to ensure you know how to take care of it. Here’s what to know about storing and maintaining your fire blanket.

How to Make Your Fire Blanket Last Longer

To ensure your fire blanket is long-lasting and works how it should, you need to be careful with it. When putting out a fire with the life blanket, try to keep it out of the flames. And after you use it, make sure the blanket cools down completely before you fold it back up.

Storing Your Fire Blanket The Right Way

If you want to ensure that your sound attenuation fire blanket is ready to be used at a moment’s notice, you should store it in a location that it is easily accessible in the event of a fire. Don’t place it next to heat sources, or in damp places (since that can harm the material). Keep it clean and dry: Since you never know when a fire will occur, it’s best to hang your fire blanket up on a wall or store it in a dedicated cabinet spot.

How to Inspect Your Fire Blanket

It’s important to check your vehicle fire blanket frequently to ensure it is in good condition. Inspect them for damage, such as tears or holes. If you notice any damage, replace the blanket immediately so it will function in an emergency.

How to Keep Your Fire Blanket Clean

In order to maintain your fire blanket in optimum condition, regular cleaning is recommended. You can hand wash it with a mild soap and water solution. Just be sure to air dry it completely before you store it away again. Machine hem or do not use any strong chemicals to wash it as it may destroy it.  

Consult an Expert: How to Care for Your Fire Blanket

MERNUS experts share these easy tricks to take care of your insulation fire blanket and keep yourself safe:

Ensure your fire blanket is accessible whenever there is a fire.

Inspect your fire blanket regularly for damage and replace it if necessary.

Keep your Fire Blanket in a cool dry spot away from any heat.

Do rinse your fire blanket with a mild soap and water, and steer clear of harsh chemicals.

Caution Handle your fire blanket with care and do not expose it to fire.