Ariel Kaye, founder and CEO of Parachute, told Apartment Therapy the secret to perfectly-washed, unwrinkled bed sheets is all in how you dry them.
In fact, she suggests that to get that hotel-room feeling when you climb into bed, you should avoid drying your sheets properly. Take them out of the dryer or off the line while they are still a tiny bit damp.
"Then, immediately make your bed and smooth away wrinkles."
Voila! Soft, unwrinkled sheets.
If you’re still looking for more help with washing sheets, here’s everything you need to know.
A guide to washing sheets perfectly
- When cleaning sheets, always read the care label on your sheets.
- Take the label into consideration when washing sheets. Use the hottest setting the fabric can tolerate. The hotter the water, the more germs will be killed.
- Separate colours just like you would when washing your clothes. And avoid washing your sheets with other garments.
- Use a liquid detergent with no fillers. (What are detergent fillers?)
- The sun is a natural disinfectant so drying your sheets on the line is always preferable. If you prefer the dryer, use a low-heat setting.
- If your sheets feel crunchy once dry, you're probably using too much detergent.
How to wash linen sheets
The marvellous thing about owning linen sheets is that they get softer over time. Wash Linen sheets in cool water with mild liquid detergent (less is more).
Make sure your linen sheets are always thoroughly rinsed. Run an extra rinse cycle on your washing machine to make sure. Linen is best dried on the line but if you pop them in the dryer, use low heat.
As always, read the manufacturer's instructions when washing sheets. Importantly, stay away from bleach and fabric softeners.
How to wash bamboo sheets
Similar to line sheets, bamboo bed sheets will soften over time. They are also best washed in cold water, and hot water might cause your sheets to shrink.
Dry your bamboo sheets in the sun. However, bamboo can take longer to dry than other fabrics. But if you need to use the dryer, opt for a cool setting.
Choose liquid detergent, avoid bleach and fabric softener and enjoy that new sheet feeling after every wash.
Best bed sheets
So which are the best bed sheets? To help you choose the best cooling bed sheets for you this summer, we've rounded up our 10 favourites on the Australian market right now.
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