How to Whiten Sheets and Bedding

Unfortunately, keeping your white bedding in pristine condition can become difficult over time. Due to sweat, body oils, and makeup residue, washing them less often makes the sheets dingy and yellowed.

But you should know there is a way to renew your sheets and have crisp, white bedding again. All you have to do is pre-treat, soak, or wash with Vanish, and your sheets will gleam in no time.

Read along for step-by-step guidance on how to whiten sheets and bedding with Vanish — a reliable expert in stain removal, whitening, and clothing care.

To maintain the whiteness of cotton sheets and bedding and prevent them from discoloration, it is important to remove the sweat, bodily oil, and makeup residue stains using Vanish Oxi Action Crystal White Powder. 

There are three methods for utilizing Vanish products to eliminate stains: Pre-treat, Soaking, and adding directly to the Wash. 

Although pre-treatment and soaking are typically reserved for tough stains, the in-wash method is the simplest and can be combined with pre-treat or soaking.

INSTRUCTIONS

Option 1: Pre Treat

1. Add ¼ scoop (15g) of Vanish Oxi Action Crystal White Powder in the water (MAX 40°C)

2. Stir for 30 seconds.

3. Apply the mixture directly onto the stain, rub it gently, and let it sit for 10 mins (do not allow Vanish to dry on the fabric. 

4. Wash as usual. 

Option 2: Soak

1. Add 1 scoop (60g) of Vanish Oxi Action Crystal White Powder in 4L of water.

2. Stir for 30 seconds.

3. Soak colored clothes in the solution for 1h max, and for whites, it's 4h max.

4. Wash as usual. 

Option 3: Wash

Add Vanish Oxi Action Powder to your machine on top of your laundry detergent. Below are the recommended stain remover dosages:

• ½  scoop (30g) for normal stains.

• 1 scoop (60g) for tough & dried stains.

Linen sheets are renowned for absorbing moisture, drawing heat away from the body. It also has a light massaging effect on your skin, making it even harder to get out of bed in the morning. 

Thanks to Vanish Crystal White Liquid, keep your linen sheets and bedding white even after 50 washes. Here’s how to remove yellow stains and whiten your dingy linen bedding: 

INSTRUCTIONS

Soak

1. Add 10ml of Vanish Crystal White Liquid to 1 litre of water (40°C max).

2. Leave the item for 1h max (colored) and 4h max (whites) 

3. After soaking, wash as usual or rinse thoroughly.

Wash

1. Add a dose of 100ml of Vanish Crystal White Liquid to your normal wash for tough and dried-in stains.

2. Wash as usual.

Below are some suggestions to help you maintain fresh white sheets and bedding for years.

• Avoid washing bedding with bleach, as this can cause fading or discoloration, making it yellow and brittle. Alternatively, use Vanish, a no-chlorine-bleach stain removal, whitening, and clothing care expert, to leave your whites brighter than ever.  

• Regularly wash your bedding at least once a week to maintain cleanliness by removing dust, dirt, stains, oil, and makeup residue. Add 1 scoop (60g) of Vanish Oxi Action Crystal White Powder to your washing machine cycle to help restore whiteness.

• Avoid eating in bed, as food stains and spills can be hard to clean out of white sheets and may permanently damage your mattress. In addition, food particles or residue left on the bedding can become a breeding ground for germs and bacteria, increasing the risk of diseases. 

• The average sheet or bedding set must be replaced after two to three years of regular use. Apart from yellowing, tears and rips are also common signs that bedding items are near the end of their lifespan.

How often do I need to wash white sheets?

Washing white sheets once a week is standard. However, the frequency of washing depends on factors such as usage, exposure to stains, and personal preference. 

Does baking soda whiten bedding?

While baking soda can help whiten bedding, it is advised not to use it too much or too often because it can cause fading, leaving your fabrics looking dull and discolored. 

Can I wash white sheets and bedding with colored fabrics? 

Mixing colored and white fabrics in the laundry can harm your white sheets and bedding. It is best to separate whites from your brights and darks during laundry to prevent a grayish and dingy hue.