Whether your bedroom scheme is calm and contemporary with clean lines or frilly and flouncy, when it comes down to the bare bones, it’s all about your bed – and best possible night’s slumber. Moreover, with a switch in season after the warm, sticky nights of summer, open windows with dust and pollen settling on sills, drapes and bedding, a deep clean is a no-brainer. And with The Sleep Charity ’s annual awareness campaign, Sleeptember, reminding us of the benefits of sleep for your health and wellbeing, it’s time to give your bed a refresh.
.. Wash sheets and pillowcases weekly “Your sheets and pillowcases bear the brunt of nightly wear, collecting sweat, skin cells, and dust,” highlights Deyan Dimitrov, laundry expert at Laundryheap .
“Regular cleaning is crucial to keeping them clean and fresh.” “Aim to wash your sheets weekly,” adds Dimitrov. “If you sweat heavily or suffer from allergies, consider washing them more frequently.
“In colder months, when you might sweat less and the sheets take longer to dry, you could extend this to every 10 days to two weeks.” When washing, he says to use a gentle detergent and opt for cool or warm water to prevent fading and damage to the fibres. “Hot water can weaken the fabric over time.
Ironing sheets isn’t necessary with modern wrinkle-resistant fabrics, but if you prefer the crisp feel of ironed sheets, use a low-heat setting to avoid damaging the fibres,” he adds. For an added touch of luxury, Dimitro.