By Patrick, Wash and Fold Pros
Let’s play a game called “Is This Gross or Fine?” Because if you’ve ever sniffed a hoodie and thought, “Eh, smells like last Thursday... that’s clean enough,” this blog is for you.
Truth is, most people are either serial washers (washing a towel after one use) or laundry procrastinators (wearing socks until they can walk away on their own). Neither extreme is ideal, and somewhere in the middle is what we like to call laundry sanity.
So, how often should you wash your everyday items? Here's a cheat sheet that won't judge your gym shorts—or you.
1. Towels
How often? Every 3–4 uses
I know, they’re used when you’re clean, but they trap moisture like a sponge auditioning for Broadway. Let them sit too long and you’re basically wrapping yourself in a bacteria blanket.
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2. Bedsheets
How often? Once a week
If you sleep like a starfish or a tornado, your sheets are soaking up skin cells, sweat, and whatever snack crumbs made it into bed. Weekly washing keeps things fresh and helps you sleep better.
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3. Jeans
How often? Every 4–6 wears (unless there’s an incident)
Yes, denim heads will argue you should never wash your jeans. We say: wash when they start feeling stiff, smelly, or haunted.
4. Bras
How often? Every 3 wears
Bras need a break, just like the rest of us. Overwashing can wear them out, but skipping too many cycles isn’t great either.
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5. Workout Clothes
How often? Every wear
No arguments here. If it saw sweat, it hits the wash. Immediately. Especially if it’s been in your gym bag for more than an hour—yikes.
6. Jackets & Coats
How often? 1–2 times per season
Unless you’re rolling in mud or eating spaghetti in a parka, outerwear doesn’t need constant cleaning. A seasonal refresh keeps them looking and smelling sharp.
7. Pajamas
How often? Every 3–4 wears
Unless you're rocking a fever dream sweatfest, pajamas can go a few nights. Just don’t push it. You want to feel clean crawling into bed—not like you’ve worn your PJs to run errands.
8. Socks & Underwear
How often? After every wear
Come on. No debate. One and done.
9. Bath Mats
How often? Once a week
They take a beating and rarely complain, but your bath mat deserves love too. Toss it in the wash weekly to avoid moldy foot funk.
The Bottom Line:
Washing too often can wear out fabrics, but skipping laundry can wear out your friends. The key is finding that sweet spot—and if the sweet spot feels like too much laundry? We’ve got you.
At Wash and Fold Pros, we treat your laundry like it’s our own (but without the laundry pile shame). Whether you're in Staunton, Waynesboro, Harrisonburg, or Charlottesville, we’ll pick it up, clean it right, and deliver it fresh—every time.
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