Bed sheets are a hub for the natural oils and sweat our bodies release during sleep, making them one of the laundry items that require regular washing. Jade Crooks, head of product at Dusk, has shared her expertise on keeping bed linen fresh, recommending that typically, bed sheets should be laundered twice a month.
For those who've been under the weather or are tackling heightened allergy symptoms, she suggests more frequent cleaning may be needed. Delving into the specifics of the washing process, Jade explained: "When it comes to washing your bedding, set the temperature of your washing machine to between 30 to 40 degrees."
Explaining the logic behind this temperature setting, she further adds: "This is the best temperature to properly remove dirt, and body oils and to kill bacteria, while still protecting the fibres of your bedding."
This approach doesn't just keep the bed clean; it also extends the lifespan and quality of your linens, reports the Express.
Echoing Jade's sentiments, home maintenance experts from Fantastic Services recommend the identical temperature range for bed sheet bliss. "Generally speaking, the best temperature to wash bedding is between 30 to 40 degrees," they said.
However, they caution that leaving longer intervals than a fortnight between washes may necessitate cranking up the heat.
Melt's laundry specialists weigh in, suggesting a 60-degree wash cycle becomes essential when regular washing falls by the wayside, ensuring cleanliness even when habits wane.
They contend that bacteria can persist on fabrics if washed at lower temperatures for prolonged periods, leading to the swift comeback of disagreeable smells. Linen specialists at Belledorm also suggest that 40 degrees is typically the "optimum temperature" for laundering bed sheets.
However, they advise a warmer cycle for those who have postponed their laundry routine. The experts advised: "If you've left your sheets a little longer than you should have, consider a higher wash."
