Do I need to iron the sheets after washing and how to do it?

The phrase “ironing bed linen” in some housewives causes a feeling of horror, while other young ladies, on the contrary, relate to this procedure with a smile.

Since the process of ironing sheets is time-consuming, some housewives prefer not to do this, using the time saved for other purposes. But there are also supporters of this process who do not imagine how to make an unguarded bed.

Each of the parties makes serious arguments in favor of its point of view. Let's see if you need to iron the laundered bedding or if you can bypass this sometimes very tedious process and whether it can be somehow simplified.

Many housewives believe that you need to iron the bed linen, leading to their advantage the main benefits that you can get at the end of this process.

• After ironing, the linen becomes soft, it becomes more comfortable and more comfortable for sleeping. An ironed bed smells better and during rest you breathe in pleasant aromas that allow you to relax and fall asleep faster.
• If after washing you do not iron the sheets, it takes up a lot of space on the shelves in the closet. If you iron such textiles, then it becomes very compact, occupying a minimum of space, since it can be folded in neat piles.
• Curled edges on bedding, a crumpled sheet or duvet cover are characterized by an untidy appearance. Even slight treatment with an iron or steam generator can transform the bed after washing.

• Cotton bedding must be ironed if you want the sleeping set to last a very long time. Under the influence of high temperature when ironing textiles made of this material, its fibers are more closely adjacent to each other, as a result of which they become much stronger. In this case, the life of the cotton bed will be significantly longer than if you do not carry out regular ironing.
• Many housewives prefer to wash things, observing the temperature regime, which does not exceed 40 degrees. This is relatively non-hot water, so a variety of pathogenic bacteria and microorganisms remain on the bedding. If you thoroughly iron and, in addition, take a steam, you can not only observe hygiene, but also minimize the risk of a number of diseases that are provoked by harmful bacteria.

• Bed linen, which necessarily requires heat treatment, includes sleeping sets for newborns and patients with various infectious diseases. Exposure to high temperatures allows for complete disinfection of bedding.
• After washing, it is imperative to iron the linen on which a person suffering from allergies sleeps (this will reduce the risk of allergic reactions), as well as chronic skin diseases (this will help protect other family members from infection and will alleviate the condition of the patient himself) .
• The baby bed needs to be ironed to make the surface perfectly flat. Extra folds and creases can rub or squeeze the delicate skin of the newborn, causing him additional discomfort. As a result, the baby becomes very restless and sleeps poorly.

Despite all the above advantages and benefits, some bed linen cannot be ironed.

The negative sides of ironing bed linen include such moments.

• If the hostess has a very sensitive sense of smell, then the ironing procedure can bring a certain amount of discomfort. The fact is that under the influence of steam and high temperatures, aromatic substances contained in a powder or conditioner disappear faster, and not all housewives like pronounced smells. When all the pleasant smell disappears during the ironing process, the linen becomes not so fragrant when it comes time to go to bed.
• Ironing bedding takes a lot of time, especially when it comes to a large family, and at one time you have to iron not one set, but several. Such a disadvantage is very relevant for busy people who find it difficult to find a free minute, not to mention the few hours spent ironing things. A similar disadvantage can be offset if you combine the unpleasant process of ironing, for example, with watching a movie or an interesting television show. Thanks to this tedious process will be much easier and faster. Some people combine this process with listening to an audiobook or learning foreign languages.

• Many housewives do not like to iron clothes in the summer, because the apartment is already very hot, and a hot iron adds a few more degrees. A similar disadvantage is not felt by people whose apartments or houses are equipped with air conditioning. The coolness created by these devices will allow you to carry out the ironing process in comfortable conditions even in a hot summer.
• Some people believe that it is harmful to iron sheets, because under the influence of high temperatures, the material that makes up sheets, duvet covers and pillowcases lose the lion's share of hygroscopicity.Thus, there is a significant decrease in their ability to absorb excess moisture and sweat, which are released during sleep. As a result, sleep quality may be impaired.

• There are also certain fabrics that do not need to be ironed. For example, you cannot iron terry sheets, because under the influence of high temperature this material becomes very stiff and it becomes very uncomfortable to hide with such a sheet. Certain fabrics cannot be ironed as they begin to become electrified. Such disadvantages can be avoided if you use high-quality air conditioning during washing.
• Irons consume too much electric energy, which significantly affects the growth of bills when paying for utility bills

To quickly iron the sheets, it is best to do this while it is slightly damp. If the bedding is dry, then you can smooth it out well, using the spray gun or choosing the “steam” function on the iron. Some housewives prefer to use an ironing press or a steam generator, which greatly simplifies the ironing procedure.

Before proceeding with the ironing process, you must carefully examine the surface of the iron. There should be no traces of any dirt, scale or rust on it, since these traces can remain on things and provoke their damage.

To facilitate the ironing process, many housewives prefer to carry out this manipulation on an ironing board. This is much more convenient than using an ordinary table. On a special ironing system, even large-sized textiles are easily placed. In addition, such devices have a special surface on which the iron glides much better, so the hostess will not spend much effort.

Here are some suggestions on how to iron various elements of a sleeping set.

• Pillowcase. This attribute of the sleeping set is characterized by small size, so it can be properly ironed without folding in half. In order to properly iron the folding part located in the middle of the pillowcase, the product should be turned inside out and ironed.

• Sheet. This element of the bed set is large, so it is recommended to fold it once in length and once in width. This will give you a much smaller rectangle. The corners and edges of the sheet should be carefully aligned and straightened. Then textile is ironed on the one hand, then you need to turn it over and iron it on the other hand. After that, you need to unfold the sheet and fold it with the ironed side inward. In conclusion, you need to iron the sheet from the remaining 2 sides.

• Duvet cover. This part of the bed set is not only large in size, but also consists of 2 layers of fabric, as a result of which it is most difficult to iron. If zipper or buttons are present on the duvet cover, they must be fastened. The corners of this product are thoroughly straightened and interconnected. To do this, a duvet cover is folded in half by analogy with a sheet. Further, the process of ironing such an attribute is no different from ironing a sheet.

The most uncomfortable element of a bed set is a sheet with an elastic band. It can be very difficult to iron to avoid unnecessary creases. Many housewives recommend this process on a stretched sheet. Step by step, this process is as follows:

1. the central part of the elastic sheet should be placed on the ironing board;
2. then you need to pull one end of such a product and walk on it with an iron;
3. the sheet needs to be moved in a circle until you get to the already ironed area.

Compliance with simple rules will greatly simplify the process of ironing.

1. Delicate material should be ironed by setting the minimum temperature.
2. Silk products should be ironed slightly moist, turning them inside out.
3. Textiles made from cotton fibers can be ironed at high temperature, so that you can quickly smooth out creases and various folds. Such material is not afraid of exposure to elevated temperature, from which it only becomes stronger.

If you still decide to iron the linen, then it is also necessary to fold it correctly so that it does not wrinkle during storage, but retains the perfect appearance, as if you just ironed it. For these purposes, it is better to choose a spacious drawer or a shelf, so that the elements of the sleeping set can fit freely without squeezing each other.

If during the ironing you used the steam function on the iron or ironed things with a steam generator, then before you put them in the closet, you need to wait a bit for the textile products to dry out well, since insufficiently dry linen during storage can get an unpleasant smell.

Many housewives recommend immediately not to lay the newly ironed bedding, allowing them to lie down for several days. This will ensure a longer textile life, increasing its wear-resistant characteristics. In addition, so that the fabric does not quickly wear out in certain places, it is necessary to periodically change the folds.

Ironing can be turned into a fascinating process, if you combine it with another occupation. In addition, ironed linen will not only have an aesthetic appearance, but will also avoid various diseases. If you carry out such a procedure in compliance with certain rules, then it will not take you much time and effort.

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