Mellanni Bed Sheet Set - Brushed Microfiber 1800 Bedding - Wrinkle, Fade, Stain Resistant - 3 Piece (Twin, Baby Blue)

 Mellanni Bed Sheet Set - Brushed Microfiber 1800 Bedding - Wrinkle, Fade, Stain Resistant - 3 Piece (Twin, Baby Blue)

6 mistakes you're making when washing sheets

There are few things that give us so much satisfaction at bedtime than falling into a bed covered in freshly washed sheets.

But enjoying that benefit at the end of the day certainly takes effort, and avoiding some mistakes you're making when washing sheets .

1. You wait too long between washes

You don't wear the sheets like you do your favorite gym pants or jeans, but you do spend a lot of time there.

And night after night, germs, sweat, and body oils build up quickly. So the most you can wait to change your sheets is two weeks, although once a week is even better.

2. You forget to pre-treat stains

If there are no stains there is obviously no need to treat the sheets. But it is always a good idea to check that there are no makeup residues on the covers, or to check that children's bedding is not stained with colored pencils.

A prewash stain remover can help remove any stains .

3. You overload the washing machine

We know it can be tempting to wash the sheets on your entire family's beds in one load, but in reality you will have to do two washes to get the job done, because sheets need room to turn to stay clean .

4. You don't choose the right wash cycle

Choosing a long or deep wash cycle is not necessary. It's okay to wash your sheets on the regular cycle , because this softer, shorter option will make your sheets wrinkle less.

You should also choose a temperature setting that will not damage the fabric, but is effective when it comes to cleaning. The hotter the water, the more germs it will kill.

5. You leave the sheets in the dryer too long

Bedding may take a little longer to dry than a regular load of clothes, but leaving your sheets in the dryer "just in case" is what can cause them to shrink.

The best way to dry your sheets is on a low setting for the shortest time possible. This minimizes shrinkage and helps reduce wrinkles.

6. You dry the sheets along with the towels

Not all fabrics are the same, so it is best to keep different fabrics in separate drying loads . Sheets dry faster than towels, so when the sheets are dry, the towels will probably still be wet.