How to clean bed sheets: hot topics and practical guides across the internet
Recently, the topic of home cleaning has become more popular on major social platforms, especially the method of cleaning bed sheets has become the focus of discussion. The following is a comprehensive guide to cleaning bed sheets based on the hot spots on the Internet in the past 10 days, including scientific steps, common misunderstandings and practical data.
1. Top 5 hot cleaning topics on the Internet (last 10 days)

| Ranking | Topic keywords | Number of discussions (10,000) | Main platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | How to remove mites from sheets | 28.6 | Xiaohongshu/Douyin |
| 2 | Washing machine cleaning misunderstandings | 19.3 | Weibo/Bilibili |
| 3 | Natural detergent recommendations | 15.8 | Zhihu/Kuaishou |
| 4 | Cleaning sheets of different materials | 12.4 | WeChat public account |
| 5 | Disinfectant usage ratio | 9.7 | Douyin/Douban |
2. Standard process for cleaning bed sheets
1.preprocessing stage:
• Shake off surface dust (recommended to operate on the balcony)
• Pre-coat local stains with soda water (leave for 10 minutes)
2.Machine washing parameter recommendations:
| Sheet material | water temperature | Speed | Detergent type |
|---|---|---|---|
| pure cotton | 40℃ | 800 rpm | Neutral laundry detergent |
| linen | 30℃ | 600 rpm | Soft type |
| tencel | cold water | 400 rpm | Special detergent |
3.Comparison of disinfection plans:
| Disinfection method | Applicable scenarios | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| High temperature cooking and washing | pure white sheets | No more than once per month |
| sun exposure | All materials | Avoid strong light at noon |
| Disinfectant soaking | infectious period | Need to be rinsed thoroughly |
3. Recent popular cleaning techniques
1.Xiaohongshu popular methods:
• Lemon juice + white vinegar pre-treatment (for yellowing of sweat stains)
• Wash sheets after using the washing machine’s “tube self-cleaning” function
2.Douyin measured data:
• Cleaning with 60°C water temperature can kill 80% of mites
• Soaking for too long will breed bacteria (recommended <30 minutes)
4. Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do new sheets need to be washed before use?
A: Must be cleaned! The average content of residual formaldehyde in textiles reaches 37 mg/kg (2023 quality inspection report data), and more than 70% can be removed by the first cleaning.
Q: How often should bed sheets be changed?
A: Adjust according to season:
• Summer: once a week
• Winter: once every 2 weeks
• People with allergies: Recommended to change after 3-4 days
5. Expert advice
1. Wash dark and light colored sheets separately.
2. Avoid using chlorine bleach (which damages the fiber structure)
3. Turn inside out when drying (to protect the color of the fabric)
4. Make sure it is completely dry before storage (humidity <10%)
Scientific cleaning methods can not only extend the service life of sheets, but also effectively prevent skin allergies and other problems. It is recommended to collect the data table in this article and choose the appropriate cleaning solution according to actual needs.
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