How often you should wash your bedsheets has become a popular point of discussion after Stacey Solomon recently brought it up.
It can be a divisive subject as some believe they need to be cleaned more than they are in many households. And there are other mistakes that could be doing "far more harm than good" according to experts.
Thankfully, Deyan Dimitrov, laundry expert and CEO of Laundryheap, has shared some of the biggest mistakes that should be avoided, reports the Express.
Firstly, he warns against only washing sheets when they’re visibly dirty. The expert explained that more people than you might think do this.
He said: “Unfortunately, people don’t wash their sheets as regularly as they let on - some even wash them every four months. Waiting until your sheets are visibly dirty can allow for germs, sweat and dirt to build up over time, which doesn’t only affect the condition of your sheets, but isn’t great for health either.
“As a rule of thumb, make sure to wash your sheets every two weeks to keep them in peak condition - you can even schedule your laundry with a professional service, if that helps you remember.”
Deyan said there is a "common misconception" that if your sheets are extremely dirty, then they need more detergent to help them clean. He explains that this can do "far more harm than good",
The laundry pro said: “Not only can too much detergent stain your sheets, especially if they’re white, but it can also wear down their fibres, eventually causing holes and tears. Instead of detergent, I would recommend using half a cup of baking soda and vinegar to wash your bedsheets, for silky and soft results."
The expert additionally advised not keeping bed sheets in the tumble dryer for too long as this could end up shrinking them.
Deyan noted: “To avoid uncomfortable bed sheets getting in the way of a good sleep, dry your sheets naturally on a drying line or rack, preferably outside for an even fresher smell, for longevity and better results.”
The laundry expert continued: "Whilst this one may seem obvious, people often don’t check the labels of their sheets and just assume that they require the same cycle as their towels and clothes.
"This often isn’t the case for sheets, as each type of material has different washing requirements. Cotton sheets are best washed at a lower temperature, and certain fabrics shouldn’t be ironed or put in the tumble dryer. If you follow the instructions, you’ll wash your bed sheets efficiently and keep them crisp and clean.”
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