Pilling is what happens when cotton fibers break and tangle, resulting in the tiny little fuzzballs or "pills" of fiber that appear to be stuck on the fabric. Pilling can occur with any fabric that is subject to abrasion when using or washing. Since we're all about bed linens, that's what we'll focus on.
How do you fix a pilled sheet?
5 Easy Ways To Get Rid Of Pilling On Fabric
- Use A Disposable Razor. Just like you use a razor to shave unwanted hair off your body, you can take the same product to your sweaters to remove the lint. ...
- Try A Pumice Stone. ...
- Prevent Pilling In The First Place. ...
- Choose Your Fabrics Wisely. ...
- Buy A Commercial Fabric Shaver.
Does washing sheets get rid of pilling?
If you wash your sheets in hot water, this can cause pilled sheets. When you wash your sheets, set your machine to cold water and wash your sheets on a gentle cycle. Don't wash your sheets with harsh detergents, bleach or fabric softeners.
