Photo: Wikimedia Commons To keep your home fresh, wash your bed sheets every week, bath towels after three uses, and kitchen towels every two days. Larger items like heavy blankets, curtains, and pillow inserts only need washing every three to six months. Following a set routine keeps your space clean without taking up all your free time. How Often to Wash Everything in Your Home for Bed and Bath Bedding and bath linens pick up skin oils, sweat, and dust faster than anything else in the house. Washing them on a predictable schedule keeps your bedroom smelling fresh and protects your skin. You do not need to wash every single piece every week, but keeping to a baseline prevents buildup. Stick to these basic timelines for your sleep and bath spaces: Bed sheets and pillowcases: Wash every 7 days in warm water. Bath towels: Wash after 3 or 4 uses, and always hang them to dry fully between uses. Hand towels and washcloths: Wash every 2 days, or daily if you have a large family. ...