Washer setting
What washer setting for bedding?
Use normal for sheets and pillowcases, bulky for comforters, and gentle for delicate bedding. Separate large items so they can move freely.
Cycle
Normal, bulky, or gentle depending on item
Temperature
Warm for sturdy cotton, cold for colors or delicate fabrics
Spin
Medium or high spin for sheets, lower spin for bulky items
Care-label caveats
- Bedding is a category, so the item care label matters more than a single rule.
- Do not overload the washer with sheets, blankets, and comforters together.
- Down, wool, silk, linen, waterproof protectors, and weighted bedding need specific care.
- Dry-clean-only bedding should not be machine washed.