Even though washing may sound simple, there are often obstacles. Especially when it comes to cleaning and freshening bed linens, many young housewives and homemakers need some valuable advice. In addition to temperature, the right detergent is also important. If you are still looking for the best tips, you can read this article.

Step 1: Wash regularly

Doing laundry is annoying, but housewives and house husbands should keep up. Sleep experts stress that washing your sheets only once a month is not enough. Instead, you should perform it at least once every two weeks. This means that the first step to properly washing your sheets is regularity. The reason for this is that many bacteria or mites can settle on the sheets. Therefore, it is important to ensure adequate hygiene.

Step 2: Bedding should be turned inside out

If you have beautiful sheets with a special pattern, you must make sure that you turn everything over before washing. If you do this, the pattern and colors will be protected and you can enjoy your beautiful sheets for a longer period of time. Another tip is to zipper up bedding and pillows so they don't hook other items.

Step 3: How to wash the sheets properly?

Once you have done this preparation, you can throw the sheets into the machine. The important thing here is to make sure that the washing machine is not too full. Otherwise, in some cases, the water may not drain properly and the spin function of the washing machine may be limited. Anyone who has recently purchased a new machine will realize over time how much space is available and when it is better to stop stuffing clothes into the drum. At the same time, a washing machine certainly shouldn't run half-empty - it uses too much electricity, water and energy.

In addition, it is certainly important to set the correct wash program. Depending on the material of the linen set, various programs can be opened. If the sheets are made of cotton, the cotton program can be selected - otherwise it is also suitable for synthetic fabrics (for example, for satin sheets). Depending on the type of fabric, the temperature should be around 40 to 60 degrees. In this way, you can be sure to remove all dirt residues and kill bacteria. White sheet sets or children's bedding can also be washed at 90 degrees. The hot program is ideal for white linens (e.g. kitchen towels, underwear, etc.).

Of course, the right detergent also plays an important role. Many people use natural powders or liquids to protect the environment and their health. Often, eco-detergents are perfectly adequate. Fabric softeners are also not absolutely necessary. In principle, health and environmental experts recommend using powdered detergents in preference. This usually contains fewer harmful substances (fewer surfactants, etc.). Of course, the correct amount of detergent plays a decisive role in this case as well. If there is often a musty smell after washing, this may also be caused by too much detergent.

Step 4: Hang correctly

In the best case scenario, beautiful sheets are hung to dry in the sun. This ensures quick drying and the sun is also more ecological and natural than putting quality sheets in the dryer.

Step 5: Store the covers properly

Once the clothes have dried, they need to be stored properly. Clothes should be stored in a ventilated area in a linen cupboard. The cupboard door should be closed to prevent dust or other dirt from entering. If you do not use comforter covers for a long time (e.g. winter sheets or summer sheets), you can store them in vacuum bags in the meantime - these can also be stored in the basement or under the roof. Especially if the bedroom is already full. This will ensure that neither moths nor dust can get into it.

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