How to Keep White Bedding Wonderfully White

White bedding will forever be the  ultimate classic . However, a bed full of crisp white bedding might feel a little daunting to take care of. That's why we’ve turned to our very good friends and washing wizards,  Wilton London , to share their magic tricks on how to clean white bedding and keep your whites looking wonderful for years to come. Over to you Wilton...

It can be tricky to know how to clean white fabrics. If you still have that white blanket stained with red wine or the bedding in the guest room that just needs a little refresh; we have some Wilton top tips to keep those whites sparkling.

Preparation is key to keeping white sheets white. The best way to keep white sheets looking their best is to prevent stains and fading from the start. If you do spill something, there’s no need to panic; just rinse it off as quickly as you can. Most people know to wash their whites separately, but being super thorough about this will keep your whites looking extra fresh.

If you have enough white washing, make sure to also separate out any heavily soiled items as this can avoid dirt transferring. If you don't have enough to run a separate load, pre-treat or soak the heavily soiled items. Check out some of our best planet-kind pre-treatment tips in our  sustainable washing guide.

Make sure you're dosing your laundry liquid correctly. Too much liquid will mean excess suds which will make cleaning less effective. The suds won’t get rinsed properly, then will stick to your items, carrying any dirt with them.

Don't forget the washing machine, either. A clean washing machine is essential for keeping your whites looking wonderful. Try our vinegar cleaning trick to easily get rid of any build-up.

For white sheets that just need a quick refresh or pieces that have patterns of white and other colours, wash below 40 degrees. This will help prevent fading or whites becoming dull after a few washes.

For stains, oxy bleach can help remove them. Unlike traditional chlorine bleach, oxygen bleach uses much gentler sodium percarbonate to get the job done while being kinder to your items and the environment. You can use it in the wash and as a pre-treat soak. Check out our tips for using oxy bleach here.

Hang your whites outside, even through the winter months. If we’re lucky enough to get a clear winter day, and there’s no rain on the forecast, don’t be afraid to get the washing line up. Heat isn’t needed to dry items, the wind and air circulation is most important. Plus, the sun’s UV rays are amazing at naturally bleaching to keep your pieces wonderfully white.

Thank you Wilton for the helpful guide on how to wash white bedding and make caring for whites seem like a breeze - now, to fill the linen cupboard with stacks of wonderful white bed linens. For tips on styling your white bed linen, we have you covered here.