Washing schedule for household items and clothes - we find out what is better not to wash often

Having a washing machine significantly saves the housewife’s time, but frequent refreshing of clothes can be detrimental to the fabric. Knowing how often to wash bed linen, curtains and jeans will keep things and textiles in good condition for a long time. A drawn up schedule can save not only time, but also money wasted on electricity bills.

How often should bed linen be changed?

Every day we spend 6-8 hours in bed, during this period there is a gradual accumulation of sweat and dirt, which is often added by pets. All these factors lead to the proliferation of pathogenic bacteria and the appearance of small mites that live in pillows, blankets and mattresses.

The frequency of changing bed linen and washing it depends on the time of year. In summer you need to completely remake the bed every week; in winter you can do this less often, once every 10-12 days. Fresh linen will improve the quality of your sleep and make your rest complete and safe for your health.

More frequent washing of bed linen and exposure to powder destroys the structure of the fibers and washes out the color. Experts recommend cleaning fabrics at a temperature of 60-70 °C.

How often to wash underwear

Regardless of cleanliness and freshness, clothing that comes into contact with our body must be changed daily, this is especially true in the summer, but there are exceptions.

If things have just been purchased, are tightly packed and look clean, washing is mandatory, because you do not know under what conditions they were made and stored.

Underwear change schedule:

• the bra can be worn 3-4 times before washing, but you should not wear the same bra every day, it is advisable to change it every two days;
• panties require regular changes, underwear needs to be refreshed after each dressing;
• socks and tights cannot be reused, especially for children's items;
• thermal underwear must be refreshed after 2-3 wearings and strictly follow the recommendations and rules how to wash thermal underwear, otherwise the fabric may lose its heat-saving function;
• Pajamas need to be changed and washed twice a week.

Advice. Underwear is often made from delicate fabrics that require proper handling. Experts recommend washing things at a temperature of 40-50 °C and without strong spinning, then they will retain their shape, color and beautiful appearance for a long time.

How often to refresh tulle and curtains

The fabric accumulates dust, but does not need frequent washing. The frequency of refreshing tulle and curtains depends on the room in which they hang and the time of year.

In winter, there is less dust in the air than in summer, and you can not remove textiles from the window, but limit yourself to processing with a steam generator and a hand-held vacuum cleaner. This will remove accumulated dirt, unpleasant odors and freshen the curtains. The exception is textiles in the kitchen, which often get dirty, but it is advisable to wash tulle and curtains in this room at least 5-6 times a year. This will protect the fabric from stubborn dirt, which is very difficult to remove.

In summer, dust from open windows accumulates more intensely in curtains and tulle, so it is recommended to wash textiles once every 2-3 months. If you do not wash regularly, the risk of respiratory diseases and allergies increases, especially if there are small children living in the house.

Advice. It is recommended to wash curtains and tulle at a temperature of 30-40 °C without spinning. To avoid ironing the fabric, let the water drain and hang the textile on the windows slightly damp; under the influence of its own weight it will straighten out and will not look wrinkled.

Frequency of washing bath and kitchen towels

Fabrics that are constantly in contact with our hands and body and often get wet can be a source of intestinal infections. If the towel is dried after a shower and can be changed once a week, then kitchen utensils need to be washed much more often.

Cooking and constantly drying hands after washing is a humid environment, which is favorable conditions for the growth of bacteria. To avoid diseases, experts recommend washing kitchen towels 2-3 times a week.

Recommended temperature is 60 °C for colored fabrics and 80-90 °C for white fabrics. If there are severe stains, then the kitchen towels must first be soaked for 2-3 hours and then put into the washing machine.

How often should you wash jeans?

Wear-resistant and durable fabric does not require special care. Clothing manufacturers recommend washing jeans no more than once a month, provided there are no heavy dirt or stains.

Features of caring for denim clothing:

1. You should not subject things to regular wetness if you wear them rarely and wear them irregularly. This causes the color to be lost and the structure of the fabric to deteriorate.
2. Wash jeans inside out; you also need to dry the item, preferably in a horizontal position.
3. Do not use powders with a bleaching effect on dark-colored clothing.
4. Washing temperature for denim is no more than 40 °C without spinning. To dry, you need to let the water drain and hang the pants with the zipper fastened by your waistband or lay them out on a table or other horizontal surface covered with a towel.

If you follow simple rules, you can keep your jeans in their original condition and wear them for many years.

How often to wash outerwear

Jackets, down jackets and raincoats should not be wetted frequently, this is especially true for items with fur and down; the insulation partially loses its properties when exposed to water and powder.

Experts recommend refreshing seasonal clothes once every three months, but if you don’t have washing experience, it’s better to take them to the dry cleaner.

When refreshing a jacket or down jacket at home, it is better to soak them in a mild detergent in water at a temperature of 20-30 ° C for 30 minutes. Gently rub the stained areas by hand, rinse and let the water drain without spinning. It is better to dry such things on hangers, away from sunlight.

Do I need to wash soft children's toys?

Teddy bears and bunnies can be dangerous for children. The fabric accumulates dust and dirt, where germs multiply, so it is necessary to wash them. If the manufacturer does not recommend getting their products wet and this is a child’s favorite toy, then you can place it in the freezer for 2-3 days.

If washing is possible, it is recommended to soak the bunny or bear in warm water with baby powder or gel for 2-3 hours, gently wash by hand and rinse thoroughly.

Knowing the basic recommendations on the frequency of washing things, you can create an approximate operating schedule for the machine. At the same time, you save water, electricity and keep the fabric in good condition.