Wash new sheets before using to remove chemicals, dust, and allergens while making them softer. Skipping the wash can cause skin irritation and make sleep less comfortable. Use cold water, gentle ...

There’s nothing like opening up a fresh package of sheets. Most of the time, they’re perfectly ironed—almost crisp—and they never feel softer or luxurious than before that first use. While you're ...

Here’s a fun fact that might make you want to strip your bed immediately: after just one week, pillowcases and sheets contain between 3 and 5 million CFUs (colony-forming units) of bacteria per square ...