Overview

• Experts now agree that sheets and pillowcases should be washed at least once a week and more often during heatwaves, heavy sweating, illness or pet co-sleeping.
• Pillow interiors require laundering every four to six months, while whole pillows should be washed at least twice a year according to their filling.
• Blankets and duvet covers need cleaning every two weeks or more frequently for pet owners, and duvets should be washed every three to four months.
• Mattresses should be vacuumed weekly and aired out every few days to reduce moisture buildup and dust-mite proliferation.
• Laundering best practices include washing at 60°C or higher, thorough drying or freezing of pillows and using allergen-proof protectors.