Blue Hippo Laundry Altona Meadows

We love our furry friends, but Blue Hippo stores don’t offer pet blanket washing facilities. To keep our laundromats fresh, clean and comfortable for everyone — especially customers with allergies and sensitivities—we ask that pet items aren’t washed in our standard machines.

An exception to this is our Norlane store, which has a dedicated pet blanket washer that has been part of the store offering for many years. While it’s still available there, pet washing facilities aren’t included in new Blue Hippo locations.

Thanks for helping us keep tails wagging and customers smiling! 🐾

Yes. Our large-capacity machines are ideal for doonas, comforters, sleeping bags and blankets that won’t fit in a home washer. We recommend the biggest washer available for the best clean and rinse.

Our laundromats are fitted with a range of machine sizes — from standard front-loaders right up to large-capacity washers that can handle doonas, blankets and bulky bedding. Look for the capacity label on the front of each machine, or ask our team if you need a hand choosing.

A standard wash cycle runs around 30–35 minutes, and drying usually takes 30–45 minutes depending on the load size and fabric. Larger items like doonas may need a little longer to dry fully.

Absolutely. Each machine has simple on-screen or panel instructions — just load your laundry, add detergent, select your cycle and pay. If it’s your first visit, our signage walks you through every step.

Pricing varies by machine size and cycle. The exact cost is displayed on each machine before you start, so there are never any surprises. Larger machines cost a little more but can wash much bigger loads in one go.