Caring for Brushed Cotton Flannel Bed Linen
Caring for brushed cotton flannel bed linen
Brushed cotton flannel is made by weaving fat cotton yarn into fabric then brushing the surface to create a soft fluffy feel, creating bedding that’s perfect for cosy winter beds.
Following our brushed cotton flannel bed linen caring tips will lengthen the life of your sheets and duvet cover sets to keep them looking and feeling beautiful for longer.
Care instructions for washing flannel bedding
Our flannel bedding is slightly oversized to allow for shrinkage during washing, this will ensure your fitted sheets will still fit the bed after laundering.
Shake flannel sheets before laundering to remove loose fibres and dust.
For the first wash, use a cold machine wash and warm tumble dry to remove excess lint, it may take a few washes for linting to subside. Clean out the dryer filter regularly as it will fill up quickly with flannel fluff - don't be alarmed by the volume.
Thereafter, we recommend line drying to increase the longevity of your flannel fabric. Regular tumble drying causes friction which may create pilling. Shake each flannel item after drying, before folding or putting on bed (best to do this outside).
Avoid laundering flannel with dark bedding or clothing.
Do not soak. Do not use bleach or fabric softeners. Bleach can weaken bed linen fabric, and fabric softener contains silicone which creates a waterproof coating on textiles.
Our flannel bedding collection
Create cosy sleep sanctuaries for the whole family this autumn and winter with super soft brushed cotton flannel bedding. Perfect for the chilly months, our flannel bedding collection includes duvet cover sets, sheet sets, fitted sheets and pillowcases. Designed in classic colours and patterns for toasty warm, versatile styling on every bed in your home.
Top Tip – did you know that every Wallace Cotton product has a care label specific to that item? Follow these instructions carefully to ensure your item will be enjoyed for many years to come.
General washing tips
Discover our recommendations for general laundering and information about laundry powders and keeping your whites pristine white.
Our tips for fabric end of life care
When you’ve loved and used your cotton bedding so much that you’ve worn it out, we’ve come up with a few suggestions for recycling or repurposing the fabric, for a sustainable ‘end of life’. From cutting fabric into smaller pieces and use as cleaning cloths and dusters to repurposing for sewing and kids craft projects, discover our tips for extending the life of your cotton bedding.