How to Wash and Care for Your Bedding: A Complete Guide

Freshly laundered bedding folded neatly in a sunlit bedroom with a calm, clean atmosphere”

Clean bedding isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s essential for your health, comfort, and sleep quality. At Crushimo, we believe the right care routine extends the life of your favorite sheets and ensures every night feels like a fresh start.

Here’s how to wash, dry, and care for your bedding the right way—based on fabric, frequency, and a little love.

🛏️ Why Bedding Care Matters

From natural oils and sweat to dust and skin cells, your bedding sees a lot each night. Without regular care, it can harbor allergens and lose its softness over time.

💤 Clean bedding = better sleep. Want proof? See How Bedding Affects Sleep to learn how freshness and breathability impact rest.

📅 How Often Should You Wash Bedding?

Washing soft cotton bedding in a home washing machine as part of a regular care routine

Here’s a quick guide:

  • Sheets & pillowcases: Every 1–2 weeks
  • Duvet covers: Every 2–4 weeks
  • Blankets/throws: Every 1–2 months
  • Pillows & duvets (inserts): Every 3–6 months

🧠 Noticed yellowing or lingering smells? It may be time to replace instead. Check our guide: 5 Signs to Replace Your Bedding

🧵 Fabric-Specific Washing Tips

Every fabric has its own care language. Here's how to treat each one with respect:

1. Cotton

  • Machine wash cold or warm, gentle cycle
  • Use mild detergent
  • Tumble dry low or line dry
  • Avoid bleach—causes yellowing over time

📚 Learn more in: Cotton vs Linen vs Bamboo vs Lyocell

2. Linen

  • Wash separately in cold water
  • Use a gentle, pH-neutral detergent
  • Air dry if possible to prevent shrinkage
  • Expect natural wrinkling—it’s part of the charm

3. Bamboo

  • Wash cold, gentle cycle
  • No fabric softener—it coats the fibers
  • Tumble dry low or lay flat
  • Bamboo is naturally antibacterial—great for sensitive skin

4. TENCEL™ Lyocell

  • Wash in cold water
  • Avoid bleach and high heat
  • Tumble dry low or hang dry
  • Super gentle on skin—just like your wash cycle should be

💡 Not sure which material you have? Our Complete Guide to Bedding Sets breaks it down for you.

🧺 Washing Best PracticesBedding being air-dried in natural sunlight for freshness and fabric care

  • Always check care labels
  • Wash bedding separately to avoid pilling
  • Don’t overload the machine—bedding needs space to move
  • Skip fabric softener on natural fibers (it can reduce absorbency)

☀️ Drying & Storage Tips

  • Remove bedding from dryer while still slightly damp to reduce wrinkles
  • Fold immediately or dress the bed while warm for a smooth look
  • Store in a breathable cotton bag—not plastic—to prevent mildew

💧 Spot Cleaning & Stain Removal

  • Sweat/yellow stains: Soak in baking soda + vinegar before washing
  • Blood: Rinse with cold water ASAP, then use hydrogen peroxide
  • Wine/coffee: Blot (don’t rub) and pre-treat with an enzyme cleaner

🛍 Want Easy-Care Bedding?

Our Most-Loved Bedding Bundles are made with low-maintenance, high-performance fabrics that wash beautifully and feel even better over time.

Final Thoughts

Taking care of your bedding isn’t complicated—but it does make a big difference. With a thoughtful wash routine, you’ll enjoy fresher nights, better sleep, and sheets that stay soft for years.

🧼 Sleep clean. Sleep Crushimo.

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