Do you shower before bed or in the morning?

Before bed; In the morning; It varies

Do you sweat at night?

Rarely; Sometimes; Yes, regularly

Do you have allergies, asthma, or sensitive skin?

No; Mild allergies or occasional sensitivity; Yes, significant allergies or skin issues

Do pets sleep in your bed?

No pets in the bed; Sometimes; Every night

No, full pajamas; Light clothing; Yes

What's the climate where you live?

Cool or temperate; Warm; Hot and humid

How Often Should I Wash My Sheets?

Answer a few quick questions and we'll tell you exactly how often you should be washing your sheets.

Published March 30, 2026

Questions in this guide:

Do you shower before bed or in the morning?
- Before bed
- In the morning
- It varies
Do you sweat at night?
- Rarely
- Sometimes
- Yes, regularly
Do you have allergies, asthma, or sensitive skin?
- No
- Mild allergies or occasional sensitivity
- Yes, significant allergies or skin issues
Do pets sleep in your bed?
- No pets in the bed
- Sometimes
- Every night
Do you eat or snack in bed?
- Never
- Occasionally
- Regularly
Do you sleep naked?
- No, full pajamas
- Light clothing
- Yes
What's the climate where you live?
- Cool or temperate
- Warm
- Hot and humid

Most people should wash their sheets every one to two weeks, but the right frequency depends on your habits. If you shower before bed, sleep in a cool room, and keep pets out of the bedroom, every two weeks is fine. If you sweat at night, have allergies, eat in bed, or share your sheets with a dog or cat, weekly washing keeps things fresh and reduces allergens. The key factors are sweat, skin contact, and what else is getting into your bed.

Sources

The Role of Water Temperature in Reducing Dust Mite Populations in Bedding — PubMed
How Often You Should Wash Your Sheets — Cleveland Clinic
How Often Should You Wash Your Sheets? — Sleep Foundation