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4 Common Bedding Washing Mistakes Everyone Makes – And How to Fix Them

4 Common Bedding Washing Mistakes Everyone Makes – And How to Fix Them

Think washing bedding is simple? As laundry experts from Good Housekeeping note, avoiding these four pitfalls keeps your linens looking new longer.

1. Using Too Much or Too Harsh Detergent

Your bedding doesn't get as soiled as sportswear or underwear, so opt for a mild detergent in small amounts. Overdoing it leaves residue and fades fabrics prematurely.

2. Washing Towels with Bed Linens

Towels shed lint that clings to sheets and duvet covers. Their rough texture also wears down delicate bedding fibers, shortening their lifespan.

4 Common Bedding Washing Mistakes Everyone Makes – And How to Fix Them 4 Common Bedding Washing Mistakes Everyone Makes – And How to Fix Them

3. Over-Drying Bed Linens

Leaving pure cotton bedding in the dryer too long causes shrinkage. Once it happens, replacement is often necessary.

4. Tossing Wrinkled Sheets into the Dryer

Dumping damp sheets straight from the washer leads to deep creases. Shake them out first for smoother results without extra ironing.

Images: Getty Images. Sources: Good Housekeeping, Girlfriend.

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