How Often Do You Really Need to Change Your Bed Sheets?

Key Takeaways

Change and wash your bed sheets weekly—or at least every two weeks—to keep buildup of sweat, skin cells, and allergens at bay.

Pillowcases need more frequent changes, ideally every few days, since they’re in constant contact with your face and hair.

To reduce how often you wash duvet covers, use a top sheet; otherwise, plan to wash them weekly too.

When life gets busy, the to-do lists can feel endless—cooking, running errands, taking care of our homes, and of course, doing laundry. And one of the least enjoyable tasks on that list? Washing bedding . After all, it’s a multi-step process: Strip the bed, wash the sheets, and either put them back on or fold them and grab a fresh set. And if you sleep with a duvet, there’s an entirely separate set of steps to tackle.

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