How Often Should You Really Wash Bedding and Towels?
A lot of people wait way too long between washes — and don’t realize how much bacteria builds up in everyday fabrics.
Here’s a simple cleaning schedule to keep your home fresh and healthy.
🛏 Sheets & Pillowcases
Every 7 days
Why?
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Sweat
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Skin oils
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Dust mites
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Allergens
If you have pets or allergies → every 3–4 days is better.
🧴 Towels
Every 3–4 uses
Wet towels trap bacteria fast.
If they smell “musty,” it’s already time to wash.
Pro tip: hang towels fully open to dry faster.
🛌 Comforters & Duvets
Every 2–3 months
Unless:
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Pets sleep on the bed
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Allergies
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Illness
Then wash monthly.
🧺 Blankets
Monthly
Especially couch blankets — they collect tons of dust and pet hair.
👚 Gym Clothes
After every use
Sweat bacteria spreads fast and causes long-term odor.
Too Many Bulky Loads?
Large bedding and towels take forever in home washers.
Ginny’s Laundry Service uses commercial equipment that handles:
✔ Comforters
✔ Blankets
✔ Bulk towels
✔ Large family loads
Pickup & delivery makes it effortless.
Fresh bedding without the hassle.
