How Often You Should Change Your Bedding & Towels
Posted by The Canningvale Team on 24th Nov 2021
While some relationships are destined to last forever, others need a little TLC to rekindle the flame 🔥
That's why we've compiled a list of the ways to keep the love alive with your linen.
Sheets
Looking for a cheat sheet to help you keep your sheets sweet? 🍧
When to hit refresh: wash every 1–2 weeks
Once a week is best, but if you have allergies, get red-hot at night, or sleep with your fury friends in the bed, pop them in the wash every few days.
We recommend:
- Vintage Softwas: if you like a vintage finish and a soft touch
- Sofi Organic: if you have your heart set on an eco-warrior
- Sateen Bedding; if you like a silky-soft touch that's totally indulgent
Pillows
📸 @thewhiteshome_ featuring Cooling Gel Memory Foam Pillow, & Sogno QCS & SS Carrara White
Searching for a relationship that won't become a pain in the neck? Since your relationship with your pillow is one of the most supportive ones in your life, you need to ensure it's meeting all your needs.
When to break-up: Every 2 years
You need to have a healthy relationship with your pillow. Getting mixed up with the wrong one can lead to a whole lot of pain, so make sure you replace it every 2 years.
Need a simple guide for choosing the correct pillow for you? Here are some facts.
Stomach sleepers:
- Generally need a softer pillow
- We recommend:
Back sleepers:
- Generally need a flatter pillow
- Find one that keeps your head and neck in alignment
- We recommend:
Side sleepers:
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- Generally need a firmer pillow
- You need to keep your head elevated so that your spine is straight, soind one that is as thick as the distance between your shoulder and ear
- We recommend:
Quilts
Money can't buy love, but it can buy 5-star comfort. If you're looking for a sweet soul that won't let you run too hot or cold, these babies will take care of all your nighttime needs ✨
When to break-up: Every 5 years
We recommend:
- Lana Washable All Seasons Wool Quilt: For a long-term, year-round love
- Hypoallergenic Down Alternative Quilt: If you're a bit sensitive and need some extra attention
- Luxury Quilt: if you like to be treated like a king or queen
- Lana Washable Winter Wool Quilt: if you're looking for a love that will keep you warm at night
📸 by @buildingouraston featuring our Alessia Quilt Cover in White, & Luxury DA Quilt
Protectors
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Looking for a knight in shining armour to watch over you while you sleep? Protectors are all about keeping your bedding safe from any nighttime nasties 🛡
When to hit refresh: wash every 2 months
While these heartthrobs are here to look after you, they need a little TLC every now and then too – so make sure you're scheduling them into the laundry cycle every couple of months.
We recommend:
Mattress
Your relationship with your mattress is a long-term commitment; but to ensure your needs are always met, you will need to part ways eventually.
When to break-up: Every 5 years
To ensure your relationship with your mattress doesn't grow tired, replace it every ten years.
📸 by @lauriemo featuring Lustro Bamboo Quilt Cover - Crema Ivory
Bath Towels & Sheets
Ready to take the plunge with a new love? If you're looking to step out (of the shower) in style, make sure you're treating your towels right 🛁
When to hit refresh: wash every 2 weeks
To keep your skin healthy and clean, you need to dry off with a fresh towel. If you have allergies or skin conditions, you'll want to wash them a little more.
And make sure you say no to open relationships - never share your towel
We recommend:
- Aria: the ultimate indulgence, Aria will make your skin sing
- Sofi Organic: an eco-warrior that is gentle and kind on your skin
- Egyptian Royale: our Crown Jewel, you'll love these bathing beauties if you love to be spolied like a royal
Tea Towels
Looking for a love that not only loves helping out in the kitchen, but hangs around just to do the dishes? Your tea towels are the ultimate cooking companion, so you need to keep them in tip top shape ⏲
When to hit refresh: wash every 1–2 weeks
We recommend:
- Rosaura Waffle Tea Towels: if you love warm waffly goodness
- Aussie Tea Towels: if you're looking for some retro glam for your kitchen
Ready to start life with a new love? Share your picks with us @Canningvalelove