Ironing bed linen or buying wrinkle-free bedding?
Do bed linens need to be ironed?
Freshly ironed bed linen has a special appeal for some people, as its smooth, wrinkle-free surface looks especially inviting. For others, ironing bed linen is a huge time commitment that they would rather avoid.
There are some bed linen materials where ironing is not necessary or even not advisable. For example, seersucker bed linen, with its typical textured surface, is naturally wrinkle-resistant and should not be ironed. Other materials do not tolerate heat well, so ironing could actually damage the bedding.
You should be cautious with the following materials:
- Seersucker
- Microfiber
- Polyester
- Silk
- Satin
Ironing bed linen: what to keep in mind
Always check the care label before deciding whether to iron your bed linen. It will tell you not only whether ironing is allowed, but also the appropriate iron setting.
For example, our LUXURY and NOBLESSE collections include the instruction: “Iron at a maximum soleplate temperature of 110°C.” You can find out which setting this corresponds to on your iron in its user manual.
Ideally, you should iron your bed linen while it is still slightly damp. The residual moisture helps the fabric become softer and makes it easier to remove wrinkles.
Pros & cons of wrinkle-free bed linen
Choosing wrinkle-free bed linen comes with some clear advantages—but also a few disadvantages.
| Advantages of wrinkle-free bed linen | Disadvantages of wrinkle-free bed linen |
| - Time-saving: bed linen is ready to use faster | - Hygiene: no ironing heat means fewer germs are killed |
| - Eco-friendly: skipping ironing saves energy | - Appearance: bed linen usually wrinkles at least a little |
| - Convenience: no extra step required |
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Having bed linen ironed: a practical alternative?
Maybe you like freshly ironed bed linen but find the process of ironing inconvenient? Especially with bed linen beyond standard sizes, ironing boards can quickly become too small, and ironing fitted sheets can be exhausting. A laundry service can help here. Instead of ironing, the linen is pressed or smoothed using professional machines. This is especially practical for large items.
By the way: You can find out how often and at what temperature to wash your bed linen in this article: How to properly wash bed linen.